Environmental Engineer

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 36,436 - 51,894; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring and retention incentive of $2,500

Employee health insurance option

Generous vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A governmental agency in South Dakota seeks an Environmental Engineer to manage the Surface Water Discharge program. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's or master's degree in an engineering field from an ABET accredited college and possess strong problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include collaboration with various industries on environmental protection efforts and conducting inspections. This full-time role offers competitive salary and various benefits, including health insurance and a hiring incentive.

Qualifications

• Degree from an ABET accredited college in an engineering field.
• Demonstrated ability to solve technical problems.
• Strong desire to learn and advance your career.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of the state's Surface Water Discharge program.
• Travel within the state for inspections and collaboration.
• Work with regulated community to ensure protection of water resources.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelors or master's degree in environmental, civil, geological, or related engineering field

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerBI

ArcGIS

Job description

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Job ID: 35121
Agency: Agriculture & Natural Resources - Office of Water
Location: Pierre, SD
Salary: minimum $32.06 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: E1
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This is a Full‑Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources, working in both field and office environments. For more information on the Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources, please visit https://danr.sd.gov/.

DANR's Water Quality Program is looking for a talented Environmental Engineer to join our team. Engineers in the Water Quality Program assist with the implementation of the state's Surface Water Discharge program (commonly known as the NPDES program). Persons in this position collaborate with a wide variety of industries as well as public sector entities such as municipal wastewater operations. Our engineers work with the regulated community to solve technical problems and ensure protection of the water resource. You must be willing to travel within the state to conduct inspections and collaborate with program partners; likewise, you should be willing to travel in and out of state for training, conferences and other similar events. You must have a demonstrated ability as a technically minded problem‑solver. We are seeking highly motivated individuals who have a team player attitude, a strong desire to learn, and an interest in advancing their career.

Our team is responsible for helping grow South Dakota by working with municipalities and industries to promote economic development in an environmentally responsible manner. Entering public service provides you opportunity to become a steward of public policy and contribute to improvements that are vital to quality of life. You will join a team of engineers and scientists who work together to protect and improve South Dakota's water quality by regulating pollution and protecting human health and the environment.

DANR offers a $2,500 hiring and retention incentive, with half paid by your second paycheck and the remainder after 15 months of service. (Note: Current state employees are not eligible). DANR supports your pursuit of a Professional Engineering license and provides ongoing professional development throughout the year. This is more than a job - it's a chance to build a meaningful career in public service.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must have a degree in an engineering field (environmental, chemical, civil, mechanical, etc) from an ABET accredited college. EIT not required, but highly desired.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Our ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continual learning and strong problem‑solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills. We are looking for someone who wants to serve the citizens of South Dakota by protecting and improving water quality. Only applicants that possess a bachelor's or master's degree in environmental, civil, geological, or related engineering field from an ABET accredited college will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• principles and practices of environmental and civil engineering;
• causes and control of pollution;
• state or federal regulation such as the Clean Water Act.

Skill to:

• perform water quality/pollutant load modeling gained through academic or professional experience;
• use common productivity software such as Microsoft Office as well as other advanced software such as PowerBI, ArcGIS, etc;
• communicate and coordinate with other engineers and scientists, other local, state, and federal agencies, and the public.

Ability to:

• make appropriate decisions by applying established engineering guidelines;
• conduct detailed inspections of wastewater facilities, manufacturing facilities or other similar facilities;
• write reports, analyze data, read and interpret rules and conditions;
• provide effective customer service to a wide range of internal and external customers;
• communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• work effectively with a team of engineers and scientists to protect South Dakota's water quality.

Additional Requirements:

To be considered, please attach your CV/Resume.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=3QC
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
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