Environmental Engineer identifies, assesses and resolves problems concerning the environment. May also design, install, operate and maintain measuring apparatus to determine the level of pollutants involving air, land, and water. Being an Environmental Engineer performs experiments and reports findings on environmental consequences of equipment, tools, and procedures. Ensures the organization's conformance to federal, state, and local environmental legislation. Additionally, Environmental Engineer requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be an Environmental Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Job ID: 26781
Agency: Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources - Resource Conservation and Forestry
Location: Pierre
Salary: $26.65 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experiences
Pay Grade: ES3
Closing Date: 05/01/2024
This is a full-time position with the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources. For more information on the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, please visit https://danr.sd.gov/.
This Environmental Scientist III position serves as the technical lead for field collection activities and project management operations for the Watershed Protection Program. Candidate must have a broad understanding of all state and federal programs/processes that drive water resource management decisions within the program and department. Candidate will be a crew leader for National Aquatic Resource Survey (NARS) activities/projects in South Dakota. Candidate will also perform water quality based data analysis and write technical documents. This position is promotional restricted to employees within the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
This position requires approximately two-thirds time in an office setting annually with the balance coordinating and conducting statewide/regional environmental fieldwork activities. The typical office work week is Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Weekly field work schedules will vary depending on project activities and location and is restricted to 40 hours per week with rare opportunities for overtime. Environmental field work may involve harsh weather conditions and require frequent overnight stays. This position also requires occasional travel to meetings, conferences, and trainings both in and out of state.
Licenses and Certifications:
CPR/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification training will be provided.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume and/or curriculum vitae and writing sample.
This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
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You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
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