Environmental Engineer 1/2/3

Natural Resources, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Robust benefits package

Job summary

The State of Georgia is seeking an Environmental Engineer 1/2/3 to oversee voluntary remediation sites within the Environmental Protection Division. The role focuses on reviewing plans, monitoring progress, and ensuring regulatory compliance for HSRA and VRPA activities.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in engineering and strong written/verbal communication skills. Opportunities exist at levels 1, 2, or 3 based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college/university.
• Experience with risk-based cleanups and environmental laws is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee investigation and cleanup of VRP sites.
• Review and approve investigation/remediation plans and progress reports.
• Evaluate release notifications under HSRA and VRPA.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor remediation progress.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in agricultural, chemical, civil, environmental, civil-sanitary or mechanical engineering

Job description

Job Title: Environmental Engineer 1/2/3

Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Job Requisition ID: JR0000007614

Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $58,240.00-$70,470.40

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

NOTE: This position is being advertised as an Engineer but may also be filled as a Geologist. If you meet the qualifications for a Geologist, we encourage you to apply. This job may be filled at the 1,2, or 3 level based on education, experience, and preferred criteria. This position is located in the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) Land Protection Branch-Voluntary Remediation Unit of the Response and Remediation Program. The incumbent in this position oversees the investigation and cleanup of sites enrolled in the Voluntary Remediation Program (VRP). The incumbent will be responsible for reviewing and approving investigation and remediations plans, progress reports, compliance status reports, environmental covenants, monitoring and maintenance plans, and other related documents pursuant to the VRP Act (VRPA). The incumbent will also be responsible for evaluating release notifications submitted pursuant to the Hazardous Sites Response Act (HSRA) and delisting requests pursuant to HSRA and VRPA. This position will require the incumbent to conduct site inspections; monitor the progress of environmental remediations, provide assistance to the regulated community, determine regulatory completeness, and pursue enforcement actions as needed. Due to the high-profile nature of this Program strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience overseeing risk-based cleanups
• Experience in performing site investigations and corrective action pursuant to land-based State and Federal environmental laws and regulations (ie, HSRA, VRPA, GBA, RCRA, CERCLA, UST)
• Experience conducting environmental investigations pursuant to real estate transactions
• Experience applying and implementing land-use controls pursuant to the Uniform Environmental Covenant Act

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in agricultural, chemical, civil, environmental, civil-sanitary or mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university.

International Educational Evaluations are accepted from the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( https://www.naces.org/members ) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluators ( https://aice-eval.org/evaluation-guides/ ).

The Department of Natural Resources, Environmental Protection Division is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

This posting may close at any time prior to the posted close date once a suitable applicant pool is identified. Because of the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring unit for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.