Geologist (Environmental Analyst 2) (Hybrid)

State of Connecticut - Department of Correction; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Geological Survey of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection in Hartford is seeking a Geologist (Environmental Analyst 2) to join a team focused on geologic mapping, GIS analysis, and environmental data interpretation. This full-time position follows a first shift with a hybrid schedule.

You will produce and update geologic maps and datasets, support state projects, and contribute to modernizing the state’s geologic framework while collaborating with agencies and

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of experience involving technical analysis and interpretation of environmental program data.
• Substitutions allowed: degrees may replace up to four years of experience.
• Preferred qualifications include ArcGIS Pro, Python, GeMS and geologic field mapping.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of environmental plans and programs.
• Research, collect and analyze environmental data and materials.
• Reviews and analyzes proposed projects for policy compliance and environmental impact.
• Conducts site investigations and prepares environmental permits and reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Research and organization

Education

Bachelor's degree substitution

Master's degree substitution

Tools

Esri ArcGIS Pro

Python

GeMS

Job description

Introduction

Are you seeking career growth within the State of Connecticut? If so, consider this new and exciting opportunity!

The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), Geological Survey is seeking a Geologist (Environmental Analyst 2) with experience in geologic mapping and GIS�in to work in Hartford, CT.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Visit our NEW State Employee Benefits Overview page!


• Professional growth and development opportunities


• A healthy work/life balance to all employees


• The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here for more information

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

This position is full-time, following a first shift schedule, 35 hours per week, and scheduled Monday - Friday following a hybrid work schedule.

This position�will produce and update geologic maps and datasets and contribute to a range of geological projects and programs while helping modernize the state’s geologic framework.

ABOUT US

The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state.

For an inside look at what it's like to work as an employee for the State of Connecticut, please watch the video below!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the technical review and analysis of environmental program data and issues within the environmental field, developing recommendations on courses of action and assisting with the implementation of policy and program decisions.

In other state agencies this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the technical review and analysis of environmental program data and issues, developing recommendations for courses of action and assisting with the implementation of policy and program decisions.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Assists in development of departmental, statewide or local environment and/or emergency response plans and programs;


• Researches, collects and analyzes resources, data and educational materials;


• Reviews and analyzes proposed projects for consistency with policies and statutes and assesses environmental impact;


• Conducts site investigations;


• Prepares environmental impact statements and recommends corrective actions and alternatives;


• Analyzes existing state policies, statutes, plans and regulatory programs and reviews pending legislation for environmental impact;


• Coordinates database maintenance and disseminates information;


• Assists in drafting new regulations, statutes, guidelines and other written materials;


• Assists in formulating policy options;


• Provides technical consultation to local, regional, state, federal officials and the public;


• Coordinates federal grant-in-aid programs and prepares related paperwork;


• Recommends enforcement actions and prepares reports;


• Reviews and makes recommendations on environmental permit requests;


• May prepare publications and guidelines on environmental protection, natural resources education and economic development issues;


• May develop and implement environmental and leisure service education programs;


• May testify at public hearings;


• May prepare enforcement actions;


• May serve as a legislative liaison;


• May serve as department representative on various regulatory and advisory boards and committees;


• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of

• principles and practices in fields relative to environmental protection;


• principles and practices of environmental and policy analysis;


• local, state and federal laws, statutes, regulations and policies pertaining to environmental protection;


• environmental program planning principles and practices;


• statistics;

Skills

• interpersonal skills;


• oral and written communication skills;


• in research and organization;

Ability to

• understand and interpret legislation and technical data;


• utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years of experience involving technical analysis and interpretation of environmental program data or planning and implementing environmental programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• College training in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to the biological, earth, or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; or natural resources may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.


• A Master's degree in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to the biological, earth, or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; or natural resources may be substituted for five (5) years of the General Experience.


• NOTE: Education may only be substituted for a total of five (5) years.


• For state employees one (1) year of experience as an Environmental Analyst 1 may be substituted for the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience using Esri ArcGIS Pro to create and edit geologic maps and spatial data;


• Experience with Python as a supporting programming language for GIS analysis and use-case modeling;


• Experience managing spatial geologic databases following the United States Geological Survey (USGS) Geologic Map Schema (GeMS);


• Experience with field-based bedrock geologic mapping;


• Experience setting up and collecting geologic field data using electronic data collection systems;


• Experience interpreting geologic data from more than one source, including geochemical and geophysical data;


• Experience preparing geologic maps and technical products for publication;


• Experience addressing uncertainty or conflicting information in geological work; and


• Experience managing more than one project and priority concurrently.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.


• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger of injury or physical harm from on-site environments and a moderate degree of discomfort from exposure to year-round weather conditions.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.