Staff Scientist: Remote Toxics Data & Env Assessment

State of Washington; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Telework eligible

Flexible schedule

Zusammenfassung

The Department of Ecology in Washington State is seeking a Staff Scientist (Natural Resource Scientist 2) in the Environmental Assessment Program, based in Lacey, WA. The role supports toxics data management, data quality, and technical guidance for the Water Quality Program, with occasional field sampling as needed.

The position offers telework and flexible scheduling, with a minimum of three days per week in the office during training. Training period details and timelines apply.

Qualifikationen

• Teamwork and collaboration to support shared goals.
• Clear communication for consistent processes and informed decisions.
• Problem solving to maintain data accuracy and improve systems.
• Data management to ensure complete, accurate datasets.

Aufgaben

• Support toxics data assessment and lead data submittals.
• Transform, sort, clean, and filter toxics data for upload into WATS.
• Train and mentor staff in EIM data management techniques.
• Develop training materials for new staff under EIM lead guidance.
• Lead on data submittal requirements and respond to requests from program staff.
• Perform testing on the WQAA application to implement enhancements and fixes.
• Assist senior toxics scientist in responding to comments on draft results.

Kenntnisse

Teamwork

Clear communication

Problem solving

Data management

Training & coaching

Documentation

Environmental data analysis

Database systems use

Data integration

Software proficiency

Ausbildung

Natural science/data management degree

Tools

WQAA

WATS

EIM data management

Jobbeschreibung

The Department of Ecology in Washington State is seeking a Staff Scientist (Natural Resource Scientist 2) in the Environmental Assessment Program, based in Lacey, WA. The role supports toxics data management, data quality, and technical guidance for the Water Quality Program, with occasional field sampling as needed.

The position offers telework and flexible scheduling, with a minimum of three days per week in the office during training. Training period details and timelines apply.