Environmental Scientist Solid Waste

Summary Of Work

As an Environmental Scientist for the Solid Waste Management Program, you will be responsible for the general implementation of the solid waste program for an assigned region and facilities including permit reviews and permit writing; technical evaluation of facilities, systems, operations, and equipment to determine compliance with environmental control laws, regulations, and policies; and supporting the program manager in execution of program-related tasks.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. DEQ will not provide sponsor ships.

DEQ is attempting to fill this position at the Environmental Scientist III level but reserves the right to underfill the position as an Environmental Scientist II.

To be considered for an Environmental Scientist III, you must have a bachelor's degree in natural or physical science with emphasis in biology, chemistry, microbiology, environmental science, or a closely related field and two (2) years of related experience. A master's degree may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Starting salary is $6042/month, depending on experience.

To be considered for an Environmental Scientist II, you must have a bachelor's degree in natural or physical science with emphasis in biology, chemistry, microbiology, environmental science, or a closely related field and one (1) year of related experience. A master's degree may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Starting salary is $5484/month, depending on experience.

To succeed in this position, you must have effective communication and intrapersonal skills to engage with stakeholders in a way that leads to compliance; enforce rules objectively, consistently, and fairly; and have a valid driver's license to travel to site locations.

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.