Environmental Specialist I - Environmental Contaminants

Civicworks; Smyrna (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Civicworks in Smyrna, Delaware seeks an Environmental Specialist I to support efforts to protect water and soil resources. You will conduct field sampling using boats and field vehicles, and perform laboratory analysis under supervision.

The role includes sample preparation using filtering and extraction techniques and using laboratory information systems to ensure accurate results under technical supervision.

Qualifications

• Understanding of environmental laws, rules and regulations.
• Ability to analyze and interpret environmental data.
• Familiarity with environmental sampling and lab procedures.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field sampling using boats and field vehicles.
• Perform laboratory analysis including sample preparation with filtering and extraction techniques.
• Utilize laboratory information systems under supervision.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Environmental theory

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

The Environmental Specialist I supports Delaware's efforts to protect water and soil resources from environmental contaminants. The position conducts field sampling using boats and field vehicles, performs laboratory analysis including sample preparation using filtering and extraction techniques, and utilizes laboratory information systems under the supervision of a technical supervisor.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Planning, Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Science, Architectural History/Historic Preservation, Archaeology/Anthropology, or related field
• Knowledge of theories, concepts, principles, practices and procedures of environmental specialty
• Knowledge of means and methods of analyzing and evaluating data
• Knowledge of ensuring compliance with environmental laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures
• Legal authorization to work in the United States