Environmental Scientist Groundwater Protection

Summary of Work

• Providing technical oversight for site characterization and remedial action activities at contaminant release/spill sites, including data interpretation and evaluations of geologic and hydrogeologic conditions, contaminant levels and associated potential health risks, and appropriate remedial alternatives.
• Conducting inspections of underground injection wells regulated by the Underground Injection Control Program.
• Coordinating and assisting in groundwater sampling activities completed in conjunction with the Ambient Groundwater Monitoring Programs, including well sampling, equipment calibration and maintenance, data entry and reporting.
• Completing source water protection area delineations and contaminant source inventories as part of the Source Water Protection Program.
• Developing Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPP), Field Sampling Plans (FSP), and Standard Operating Procedures for water quality sampling projects in North Dakota.
• Maintaining clear and open communication with local, state, and federal agencies (e.g., US EPA, NRCS, DWR, NDGF).
• Responding to pollution incidents (e.g., contaminant spills or releases) and complaints, as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in natural or physical science with an emphasis in geology, hydrology, or environmental science.
• One year of related experience, or one year of work experience if holding a master’s degree.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. DEQ does not provide sponsor ships.

• Groundwater monitoring well sampling experience.
• Environmental site assessment, remediation, and risk assessment experience.
• Demonstrated technical/scientific report writing ability.
• Experience presenting technical information to stakeholders.
• Facility inspection experience.
• Proficiency with Word, Word Perfect, Excel, and Access.

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, disability, or any other protected status in employment or the provisions of services and comply with the North Dakota Human Rights Act.