Geologist Iii, Environmental Programs

Introduction

Consider a career with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and preserving Maryland’s air, water, land resources, and safeguarding the health of all its citizens, MDE invites you to apply.

Land and Materials Administration – Voluntary Cleanup Program 1800 Washington Blvd., Baltimore, MD 21230

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To review and evaluate conditions of known or suspected contamination, determine the necessary extent of remediation, and oversee activities at Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP) and Controlled Hazardous Substances (CHS) sites.

• Independently evaluate the work of highly trained consultants.
• Review and comment on technical documents to ensure site assessments and remediations meet health and environmental standards.
• Draft formal correspondence, including letters, comments on applications, response plans, and site closure documents.
• Conduct site inspections in hazardous environments such as old landfills, former spill sites, and debris‑strewn locations.
• Travel to sites throughout the state of Maryland and operate a state vehicle.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Geology, or a related earth science.
• Three years of professional geological work experience.
• Alternatively, Master’s degree + one year of required experience.
• Alternatively, U.S. Armed Forces military service with a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher in a physical science or geology classification, counted one year for each year of education.

• Experience reviewing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
• Experience reviewing Phase II Environmental Site Assessments.

• Valid Maryland driver’s license with no more than five points.
• Certification in OSHA  Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (if required).

• Ability to walk over rough or unstable terrain while wearing personal protective equipment.
• Subject to ongoing medical testing per OSHA regulations and the Maryland Department of the Environment Medical Monitoring Program.
• Availability for 24‑hour call‑in as needed.

• Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities.
• Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis.
• Generous paid leave that increases with years of service.
• Paid holidays.
• Health coverage with low out‑of‑pocket costs.
• Employee and employer contributory pension plan.

Maryland is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including veterans, people with disabilities, and bilingual applicants.