Environmental Scientist III - Aquatic Resources

State of Delaware; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework options

Alternative Work Schedules

Job summary

The Watershed Assessment and Management Section within the State of Delaware oversees the health of the state's surface water resources and actions to protect and improve water quality for aquatic life and human use.

Primary duties include conducting stream habitat assessments and biological assessments, mussel surveys, and managing water quality data, supporting habitat restoration projects, and collaborating with program staff and partners to protect Delaware’s aquatic resources.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Life, Physical, or Applied Science or related field.
• Two years of experience analyzing scientific data.
• Two years' experience interpreting environmental laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
• Two years' experience in technical report writing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field studies and evaluations for permit compliance and data interpretation.
• Perform statistical analysis of data.
• Review permits and regulatory submissions for regulatory compliance.
• Prepare permits, technical reports, and enforcement documents.
• Respond to inquiries from agencies, stakeholders, and the public.

Skills

Data analysis

Regulatory interpretation

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Life, Physical, or Applied Science or related field

Job description

Introduction

The Watershed Assessment and Management Section oversees the health of the state’s surface water resources and takes actions to protect and improve water quality for aquatic life and human use.

Click here for more information about The Division of Watershed Stewardship.

Summary Statement

Primary responsibilities include conducting stream habitat assessments and biological assessments involving the collection and identification of benthic macroinvertebrates; performing freshwater mussel surveys; and collecting, managing, analyzing, and interpreting water quality data. The position also assists with the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of aquatic habitat restoration projects and related field activities. The position works collaboratively with program staff, other agencies, stakeholders, and project partners to support the assessment, protection, and restoration of Delaware's aquatic resources.

Career Ladder

Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Conducts field studies or inspections and evaluations for compliance with permit and regulatory requirements; observes, collects, analyzes, reviews and interprets data from standard field studies, compliance inspections, various regulatory submissions or literature and makes recommendations.
  
• Performs statistical analysis of data.
  
• Conducts technical reviews and makes recommendations on permit applications or other various regulatory submissions to ensure compliance with regulations.
  
• Prepares permits, technical reports and/or enforcement case documents.
  
• Responds to technical/regulatory inquiries from other state, local and federal agencies as well as public and private organizations or individuals.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Environmental Scientist IIIApplicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Life, Physical, or Applied Science or related field.
2. Two years' experience in analyzing and evaluating scientific data.
3. Two years' experience in interpreting environmental laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
4. Two years' experience in technical report writing.

Additional Posting Information

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the My Applications tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com.

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail].

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.