Job Tag: Science/Engineering

Environmental Specialist

As the nation’s largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Responsible for providing independent technical, regulatory, program support, and expertise on Constellation Nuclear Environmental compliance issues and projects in all relevant environmental areas. Serve as the program owner and administrator working with functional areas for assigned programs that directly affect the compliance status of the facility (e.g., Air Permits, DOT shipment of hazardous wastes, NPDES permits, hazardous waste and non-hazardous waste regulations, storage tanks, drinking water, SPCC, SARA/EPRA, ISO 14001/EMS, OSHA chemical safety, hazmat). Supports the Reg Assurance Manager, participates in the stewardship committee and actively advocates for environmental programs. Attends and presents at leadership meetings. Responsible for working with industry trade groups and regulatory agencies to increase knowledge base and influence programs, projects and regulations. Develops relationships with stakeholders and is recognized by peers in at least one program area as a subject matter expert. Works to develop expertise in additional program areas, as appropriate. Develops and provides environmental training to station personnel as needed. With the assistance of others, interacts with regulatory officials providing tours and obtains approvals, permits, certifications, and licenses relating to Environmental projects, pollution control systems, or waste management activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Entry Level E01 Engineer – New Graduate

B.S in Engineering

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Mid-level E02 Engineer

B.S. in Engineering, a minimum 2 years Nuclear experience or related engineering experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Senior E03 Engineer

B.S. in Engineering, a minimum 5 years Nuclear experience or related engineering experience

Environmental Engineer Specialist 2

We have an immediate opening for an Environmental Engineer Specialist 2 (Solid Waste Unit) in our Waste Programs Division. In this role, you will research, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include landfill permitting, waste treatment, site remediation, pollution control technology, the investigation of complex environmental problems, and interacting with customers from a technical perspective.

Job Duties:
Performs or leads projects under direction of a unit lead or manager.
Reviews technical documents for permits and adherence to solid waste rules and regulations.
Respond to customer inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Provides compliance assistance to responsible parties while conversing with a variety of subject matter experts including contractors, senior engineers, geologists, hydrogeologists, and others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of State and Federal environmental regulations, environmental engineering and technology principles and practices, chemical composition, structure and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations they undergo in the environment, agency policies and processes.
Ability to understand and interpret solid waste rules, statutes and permits; to prepare clear, concise and accurate reports and compliance documentation.
Ability to understand and interpret environmental rules and statute balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks and complete assignments by applicable deadlines; synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly; develop and write technical documentation; and to summarize completed tasks and recommendations to senior staff through reports.
Enthusiasm for identifying, analyzing, and solving problems.
Requires professional communication, research, customer service/outreach, project management, advanced problem-solving, and facilitation.
Strong Microsoft and Google office skills and technology use, attention to detail, quality assurance, and adherence to standard work are among other skills needed in the team.

Selective Preference:
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental/Chemical/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering, or Hydrogeology
Minimum 2-5 years environmental experience (Master’s or Doctorate degree may substitute for 2 years’ experience)

Post Doctoral Researcher

Tennessee State University Agriculture and Environmental Research invites applications for the position of Post Doctoral Researcher.

A post-doctoral researcher position is available for a project on the effects of soil-borne disease management strategies on microbial communities and soil-borne diseases. The candidate will be also characterizing biotic plant stress related factors and abiotic stressors influence soil-borne disease severity. The candidate will be conducting general plant disease diagnoses using microscopy, culturing, serology, PCR, qPCR and survey for plant pathogens in Tennessee nurseries.

The candidate will establish a culture collection of commonly found fungi, oomycetes and bacteria on woody ornamentals in Tennessee for conducting molecular studies to explore their movement within and among nurseries and finally improving the nursery best management practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:
· Be able to involve in cooperative work with plant pathologists, horticulturists,
entomologists, extension agents/specialists and other disciplines.
· Be able to work independently and use a number of sampling protocols and isolation
techniques.
· Have extensive knowledge on molecular techniques commonly used to identify fungi,
oomycetes and bacteria. These include methods for metagenomic DNA extraction,
PCR, real time-PCR amplification.
· Be able to analyze sequence data, construct phylogenetic trees and genotype
populations.
· Be able to do statistical analysis.
· Basic knowledge of mycology and taxonomy of fungi and oomycetes.
· Understand the basic principles of microscopy and be able to make morphological
and physiological observations of fungal and oomycetes structures used in
morphological classification.
· Preparation of manuscripts to be submitted for peer-reviewed scientific journals.
· Participation in meetings, seminars, talks, lectures, preparation of research results for
publication in reports.
· Supervise graduate students, interns and hourly employees in the laboratory or field
setting.
· Be able to operate vehicle to collect sample from field.
Specific Abilities/Experience required:
Applicants should have a strong interest in integrated disease management, population
biology of fungi, oomycetes as well as classical fungal taxonomy to identify unknown
genera using microscopy and culture work. Experience with plant disease diagnostics,
MLST, Real-time PCR, PCR, sequencing and genotyping are essential. The candidate must
have published in peer-reviewed journals.

Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Plant Pathology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology or related field.

Stormwater Environmental Specialist I

Stormwater Environmental Specialist I

Stormwater Environmental Specialists  are responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive City-wide environmental programs designed to ensure compliance with stormwater and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations, state and local solid waste and recycling laws. Stormwater Environmental Specialists are also responsible for conducting field inspections, issuing citations, enforcing codes, and writing reports.
Essential Duties: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)
  • Conducts routine inspections of commercial, residential, municipal and construction site properties for stormwater violations or as required by the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit.
  • Conducts routine inspections of commercial, residential, municipal and construction site properties for violations of state and local solid waste and recycling laws.
  • Conducts routine inspections of commercial, municipal and construction site properties for violations of local product prohibitions including, but not limited to expanded polystyrene and plastic straws and utensils.
  • .Communicates with property and/or business owners and recommends solutions and/or mitigation measures.
  • Conducts follow-up abatement procedures including preparation of correspondence, enforcement, site visits, and communication with property and/or business owners to ensure compliance.
  • Prepares and maintains records of investigations made and actions taken, including enforcement actions; maintains inspection and/or enforcement files, records, and logs; writes reports and chronologies.
  • Provides instruction to public/city regarding applicable codes and regulations.
  • Issues notice of violations and administrative citations.
  • Prepares appealed cases for administrative hearings or court cases and appears in court to testify in such action.
  • Responds to reported citizen concerns and documents appropriately.
  • Updates required and necessary commercial inventories.
  • Offers specialized expertise on priority construction sites.
  • Implements and administers the illicit connection/illicit discharge program; confronts violators, abates violations, and issues violation notices; collects water samples; creates and maintains violation files and records; conducts follow-up investigations.
  • Educates citizens and/or businesses regarding NPDES prohibitions; develops and monitors citizen participation programs; creates related public relations materials, such as websites, fliers, and pamphlets.
  • Educates citizens and/or businesses regarding trash and recycling requirements; develops and monitors citizen participation programs; creates related public relations materials, such as websites, fliers, social media, and pamphlets.
  • Reviews technical reports and scientific documents and studies.
  • Develops, implements, and administers the dry weather monitoring program; performs related laboratory analysis; logs data and creates related reports; analyzes data.
  • Prepares applicable State mandated reports which involves preparing digital media, interpreting technical data, creating charts and databases, and preparing final reports; provides data management.
  • Provides storm water regulations and BMP information to property and business owners, tenants, city employees, and the public through individual contact in the field, over the counter, at workshops or community events.
  • Provides trash and recycling information to property and business owners, tenants, city employees, and the public through individual contact in the field, over the counter, at workshops or community events.
  • Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
  • Prepares Annual Jurisdictional and Watershed Reports; provides watershed coordination; attends Regional and Watershed Coordination meetings.
  • Supports the preparation of required Electronic Annual Report (EAR).
  • Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Candidates must have knowledge of: applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws, regulations, and ordinances; regional environmental issues;  watershed principles; GIS mapping; water sampling techniques; data analysis methods; pollution impacts; chemistry; biology; laboratory analytical methods; public relations principles.
Candidates must have skills in: using a computer and related software applications; interpreting and applying applicable codes, laws, regulations, and ordinances; preparing reports; collecting water samples; conducting field studies; monitoring compliance of applicable codes, laws, regulations, and ordinances; analyzing data; s; working independently and as a team member; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Training and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Studies, or a related field, plus one year of experience in environmental investigations; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Licenses/Certifications Required:
California Driver’s License

A completed City application and supplemental questionnaire with BOTH an attached resume and cover letter are required and must be received by July 27, 2025.
*** Incomplete application packets are not accepted ***
The City of Encinitas and the San Dieguito Water District provide equal opportunity employment for all persons without regard to race, color, religion/religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, age, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, political affiliations, veteran status, Family Leave Act status, AB60 CA Driver’s License status or status with pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding. The City and Water District encourage minorities, disabled persons and women to apply. Qualified applicants who move to the next level of the selection process must notify the Human Resources Office if accommodation is needed. A thorough background check will be conducted for the candidate(s) seriously considered for the position including fingerprinting and reference checking. A contingent job offer may be given pending the results of medical evaluation, which includes a physical and drug and alcohol screening. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Environmental Manager

Summary of Position

This position oversees the City’s water resources and environmental programs and initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. This individual leads efforts around developing and implementing water resources and environmental policies and programs, including administration of the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) and FEMA programs.

Expected Hours of Work
Hours are typically Monday-Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm. In addition to working office hours, staff may be required to work additional events. Hours may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these essential functions:

Manage City water resources and environmental tasks related to stormwater, surface water, natural resources, contamination/remediation.
Develop scopes of work, requests for proposals, requests for qualifications, grant applications, and objectively evaluate proposals, plans, and studies to ensure completion of projects.
Perform local comprehensive planning, develop and implement policies and standards to support compliance with local, state, and federal code requirements and City goals/initiatives.
Review water resources, stormwater, contamination/remediation, and related components of site plans, development proposals, and numerical models for regulatory compliance.
Communicate water resources, stormwater, and environmental regulations, processes, and ongoing project information with community members, applicants, and contractors.
Lead and support community outreach and engagement activities.
Manage capital improvement projects, feasibility studies, and technical studies to implement City goals/initiatives and to develop and maintain City infrastructure/assets that improve water and environmental quality, reduce flooding, and improve community resilience.
Work with Community Development Department management and HR to effectively hire, train, and manage the performance Water Resources/Environmental staff.
Serve as the City’s representative and coordinate with partner agencies including Watersheds, Hennepin County, Metropolitan Council, MPCA, MnDNR, BWSR, MnDOT, MDH, FEMA, and USACE on various projects and initiatives.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility
This position does have employee supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Post-secondary degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Science, Environmental Science, Geography, or related field.
Four years of relevant experience working in government agency or engineering consulting firm.
Experience with Microsoft Office, GIS, and/or CAD software.
Valid Minnesota driver’s license or equivalent out-of-state license.
Ability to complete the essential duties and responsibilities of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Desired Qualifications

One year of supervisory experience.
One year of project management experience.
Certified Floodplain Manager certification or ability to obtain within one year.
Experience supporting developments, public transportation, and public utility projects.
Experience working with BlueBeam, Accela, or other plan review software.

Environmental Project Manager

Canacre’s core services focus on leadership in Environment and Land services throughout the project lifecycle. At Canacre, we emphasize continuous development and growth. Our commitment to investing in industry knowledge and the expertise of our teams sets us apart. Our goals are to provide technical leadership for greater regulatory understanding and certainty and to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, mitigating tomorrow’s environment, land and right-of-way risks today.

At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.

The Environmental Project Manager is accountable for project deliverables from conception through to completion, including quality assurance, risk assessment, milestone deliverables, forecasting, managing scope creep within scope the defined scope from the client delivered on time and on budget. The Project Manager will have direct communication with the client and be responsible for meeting all clients’ expectations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinate and lead internal resources, set expectations and priorities, determine metrics, obtain deliverables and achieve milestones.
Liaise directly with clients or Client Manager and provide reports, updates and solutions.
Support development of project messaging for stakeholders, including landowners and communities.
Manage detailed tracking and communication of project progress from a task, time, schedule, and cost perspective.
Ensure all client deliverables are completed and delivered on schedule.
Follow all Canacre’s established best practices and procedures for project management.
Review client deliverables to ensure quality.
Identify and provide project details for tracking purposes.
Host weekly or biweekly meetings with the client and internal project team to review progress, concerns, updates, schedule and deliverables.
Update senior management and the project team on changes in scope, status of the project and schedule changes/expectations.
Identify project risks, establish solutions and escalate accordingly within Internal Management.
Manage changes in project scopes, identifies solutions for potential issues and devises contingency plans as required, while engaging the appropriate resources.
Identify change orders, generate necessary documentation and negotiate such change orders with the client.
Approve expenses and monitor timesheets/budgets.
Ensure safety and training requirements are met and in place to meet client expectations.
Work with Business Development to identify opportunities for additional business opportunities with current and potential clients.
Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies to submit permit applications, secure approvals, and respond to inquiries.
Develop and implement technically sound solutions to environmental permitting.
Advise clients and internal teams on regulatory compliance and permitting strategies to ensure timely approvals and adherence to permit conditions.
Apply in-depth knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting requirements, including those related to wetlands, T&E species, stormwater (NPDES), erosion and sediment control, cultural and historical resources, and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree (Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field would be an asset).

Experience

3-5 years professional services consulting experience, working with external clients
2+ years’ experience in management role
Experience with environmental permitting and construction compliance

Knowledge/Skills

A proven track record in project planning, executing, managing and closing on projects.
A proven track record of delivering projects within scope, on time and on budget.
Ability to manage, mentor and lead others.
Ability to run meetings and effectively capture decisions and actions.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously with minimal supervision.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated and highly organized with strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to build strong, lasting relationships with key stakeholders.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Integrated Waste Program Manager

Integrated Waste Program Manager

The City of Modesto is seeking a dedicated Integrated Waste Program Manager to lead and coordinate key areas such as solid waste, composting, waste-to-energy, and landfill operations. The ideal candidate will bring five years of progressively responsible experience—including two years in a supervisory role—and hold a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, civil engineering, public administration, or a related field. If you’re passionate about driving sustainable waste solutions and enjoy managing complex programs with a collaborative spirit, we invite you to apply and join our mission to create a cleaner, greener future.

Upcoming Salary Increases and Incentives:
3% COLA effective July 1, 2026
2.5% Education Incentive (bachelor’s degree)
5% Education Incentive (master’s degree)

The Integrated Waste Program Manager is responsible to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the activities in various assigned areas such as the solid waste division, the compost facility, the waste to energy facility, and the landfills; to negotiate and administer complex agreements; and to provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Director.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received, resumes will not be screened for the purpose of determining who is most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to fill out the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application form with the words “see resume”. The following information is provided for you to use as a reference and as a planning tool. Human Resources is unable to schedule make-up examinations.

Applicants may be screened to the most qualified and invited to continue to the next phase of the testing process which may include a writing exercise.

Tentative Schedule:
Writing Exercise
Thursday, August 21, 2025

Human Resources reserves the right to change the testing process to best meet the needs of the City. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

  • Manage, organize, and direct activities of assigned services and activities related to the Solid Waste Division, the Compost Facility, the Waste to Energy Facility, and the landfills.
  • Develop and implement divisional goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
  • Direct, oversee, and participate in the development of work plans; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.
  • Prepare the budgets for assigned divisions; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administer the approved budget.
  • Appoint personnel with final approval of the Department Head; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the Department.
  • Establish performance standards and evaluate performance of subordinate personnel.
  • Serve as staff liaison to the Waste-to-Energy Plant, a joint powers authority including budget development, projecting income from tipping fees and energy sales, and projecting expenditures for operations; oversee contractor performance, negotiating amendments, and extensions to the contract; represent the City’s interest in bond issuance; review financial statements, fund balances, and trust accounts; develop recommendations on investments for funds and monitor the power market to make recommendations on alternatives for future sale of energy.
  • Oversee the development, preparation, and implementation of public education and marketing campaigns designed to secure public input and participation in Modesto’s integrated waste programs.
  • Prepare grant applications and administer grants; monitor legislation and enforce code provisions regarding illegal dumping, disposal of hazardous materials, and garbage, green waste, and recycling provisions.
  • Research, prepare, and present technical and administrative reports to Council, commissions, and a variety of committees; prepare written correspondence.
  • Negotiate, manage, and oversee complex agreements and ensure services are provided in compliance with contracts; prepare and review cost estimates for proposed work and recommend final acceptance of completed work.
  • Represent the division and department to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary on a variety of integrated waste issues.
  • Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare and make presentations as needed, and prepare written correspondence.
  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
  • Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.

Marginal Functions:

  • Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

  • Principles and practices of integrated waste management programs.
  • Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building, and conflict resolution.
  • Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, and regulations.
  • Principles and practices of organizational analysis and management.
  • Principles and practices of budget development, implementation, and monitoring.
  • Principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.
  • Public relations approaches use in negotiation and gaining compliance.
  • Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Ability to:

  • Organize, implement, and direct comprehensive programs related to assigned divisional operations.
  • Perform the most complex work of the assigned division.
  • Work under the pressure of deadlines; analyze, research, and solve a wide range of problems.
  • Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
  • Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
  • Effectively conduct public presentations.
  • Ensure project compliance with federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, and regulations.
  • Interpret, explain, and apply City and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Coordinate, prepare, and administer multiple budgets.
  • Supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database operations.

Experience and Training Guidelines:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

  • Five years of increasingly responsible experience involving integrated waste management, solid waste, recycling, or composting program operations, including two years of supervisory responsibility.

Training:

  • Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in environmental science, civil engineering, public administration, or a related field.

License and Certificate:

  • Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license.

Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting. Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Positions require occasional overtime or weekend work and the ability to travel.

Conservation Agronomist

The Conservation Agronomist will work with ag retail, landowners, and farmers across Iowa to execute conservation and agronomy technical assistance delivery increasing active farmer participation and successful engagement in programs and projects that improve production, profitability, and natural resource outcomes.
Essential Functions

Serve as a conservation and agronomy technical specialist providing technical assistance to farmers customers/members, landowners, and ag retail for designated projects across Iowa to include:
Identification of appropriate in-field and edge-of-field agronomy and conservation practices for soil and water resource management practices and systems to address resource concerns, farmer/landowner goals, and watershed project goals
Execution of on-farm research, including collection of data and management information
Monitoring agronomic and conservation practice performance for continual improvement
Connecting farmers and landowners with financial assistance and securing necessary technical design standards for practice application
Build relationships and assist with watershed project development and coordination, serving as a technical agronomy and conservation liaison between watershed coordinators and ag retail across the state
Build relationships and coordinate projects with project sponsors and a variety of audiences in the ag retail territory including farmers, landowners, local ag retail staff, Certified Crop Advisors, USDA Service Center personnel, local partners, and other commodity organizations
Participate in partner meetings, trainings, events, and field days
Prepare work plans, budgets, quarterly and annual reports, and support grant development
Coordinate with other ISA departments and staff including communications and outreach, producer services and finance and accounting
Exemplifies ISA and RCFI values, embracing and building that culture throughout the organization

Competencies

Practical understanding and application of agronomy and environmental science
Prioritizing and organizing work
Establishing relationships
Customer service
Evaluating and implementing ideas
Navigating organizations
Acting as a champion for change
Communicating effectively

Travel/Location

This position requires remote work, upwards of up to 50% in the field, typically in Iowa. Occasionally travel will be outside of Iowa requiring overnight lodging. Applicants should be located in west central Iowa or near ISA headquarters in Ankeny.
Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibility.
Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or higher in agronomy, environmental sciences, agricultural engineering, biological sciences, ecology, sociology, or related field.
Minimum of three to five years of experience working in agronomy or conservation.
Strong understanding of:
agricultural industry and the ag retail system
cropping systems
conservation delivery systems
promotion of conservation practices
Capable of working in a team environment while working independently to achieve specific project deliverables.
Ability to work remotely and from affiliated office locations.
Understanding of computer technologies including data storage, statistical software, GIS, and monitoring equipment interfaces.

Preferred Education and Experience

Master’s degree in agronomy, environmental science, or related field.
Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certification

Environmental Analyst IV

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is the state agency responsible for ensuring clean air, land, and water. Our work impacts every aspect of people’s lives and is critical to the health and wellbeing of our residents and visitors. MassDEP is the lead agency for safe management of toxic and hazardous materials, promotion of waste reduction and recycling, preservation of the state’s wetlands and coastal resources, air quality monitoring and pollution reduction, and so much more.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

Description:

DEP seeks an Environmental Analyst IV to assist in the implementation of the Massachusetts Safe Drinking Water Program. The EA IV will perform professional environmental work, which includes statewide coordination of the Surface Water Treatment Rule (SWTR), Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule (ESTWR), LT-1 and the LT-2 Rules. GWR Program Coordinator; coordinator of DPH Lead Poisoned Children and New Technology programs. Consistency support to regional staff, maintenance of water quality databases, records, and SOPs, and participation at comprehensive performance evaluation of surface water treatment plants. Participate on Several NSF committees. The EA IV will review report forms, provide professional analytical work with considerable latitude for independent and reviewing leadership ability.

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Prepares and/or reviews plans, cost estimates and specifications for major state water supply initiatives, e.g., Disinfection Byproduct Treatment, Filtration or Groundwater Disinfection.
Serve as Rule Manager and coordinate the implementation of the Surface Water Treatment Rule (SWTR), Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule (IESWTR), Long Term 1 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule (LT1ESWTR), Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule (LT2ESWTR), Filter Backwash Recycling Rule (FBRR) and the Groundwater Rule (GWR). Develop policies, regulations and guidelines as needed for assigned rules. Provide training and support to MassDEP staff and utilities on assigned rules.
DPH Lead Poisoned Children Program technical coordinator.
POU/POE back-up coordinator.
Coordinator for Fluoride Program. Contact person, provide technical support and training to PWS operators.
Reviews technical reports related to water supply technology and analysis.
Periodically assist with the Boil Order database management.
Boston’s technical reviewer for MWRA treatment issues.
Chair the Treatment Committee, coordinate discussion and resolution of all treatment and filtration issues. Provide advice to regional staff and produce meeting minutes.
Lead the implementation of the Comprehensive Performance Evaluation (CPE) Program for drinking water treatment facilities. Recommended corrective measures to optimize water treatment. Train regional staff in the effective performance of CPEs providing consistency to the program. Assist in conducting CPEs as needed.
Serve as the statewide New Technology Coordinator. Reviewing all statewide technologies permits within fee timelines and provide advice on site-specific technology approvals. Provide guidance to regional staff on existing and proposed technologies relative to technology feasibility or suggestions on review protocol. Maintain a list of MassDEP approved technologies on MassDEP’s website. Participate on ASDWA’s water treatment workgroup.
Ultraviolet Light (UV) Technology coordinator. Oversee and maintain database for site-specific technologies.
GWUDI state coordinator and contact person for Microscopic Particle Analysis (MPA). Assist regional staff in making MPA determinations for GW sources.
Member of NSF Joint Committee on Drinking Water Treatment Units. Review standards/proposals. Vote on proposals.
Participate on NSF International Steering Committee (SC) for the transition from the ETV Program to an NSF Certification program for the evaluation and testing of public drinking water equipment.
Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) five years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health, of which (B) at least three years must have been in a professional capacity, and of which (C) at least one year must have been in a supervisory, managerial or administrative capacity, or (D) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the following substitutions.

Substitutions:

I. An Associate’s degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*

II. A Bachelor’s degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*

III. A Graduate degree with a major in environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.*

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience. No substitutions will be permitted for the required (C) experience.

Senior Environmental Specialist

We are looking for an experienced professional to assume the role of Senior Environmental Specialist, leading Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, SRP and LUST investigations, and remediation design and oversight. The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of experience, strong technical skills, and the ability to travel for short-range fieldwork. HAZWOPER certification preferred.

Priority Responsibilities will be:

Conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
Performing Tier II and III Modeling and Evaluation.
Remediation Design.
Remediation Oversight/Monitoring
SRP Investigations and Reporting; and
UST Removals and LUST Investigations and Reporting.

Preferred Education, Credentials, and Professional Experience:

Bachelor of science degree in:
Environmental Engineering
Geotechnical engineering
geology
environmental science
civil engineering
7-10 years’ experience
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Short-range travel
Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, AutoCad)
Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments experience
Site Remediation Program (SRP) Experience
Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) Experience
40-Hour OSHA Hazwoper (preferred)