Environmental Analyst

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Environmental Protection (DEEP), has an exciting opportunity for a Geologist to join the Connecticut Geological Survey as an Environmental Analyst 3.

• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees
• The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.

The Connecticut Geological Survey is seeking a geologist with expertise in bedrock mapping to map and remap Connecticut’s complicated metamorphic terranes. The role offers the opportunity to lead and conduct bedrock mapping projects from field investigations through geologic map and dataset production, with substantial responsibility for advancing Connecticut's geologic mapping program. This geologist will also mentor seasonal staff and play a key role in both modernizing the state's geologic framework and in rebuilding a small state survey.

• Adhering to the geology mission of the CGNHS (CGS Ch.462 Sec.
  24-1 to 24-4).
• Overseeing technical reviews of quarry geologic source reports and geochemical data therein associated with aggregate for use in concrete under Connecticut General Statues 22a-349c and 22a-349d.
• Serving as the Principal Investigator on federally funded projects.
• Coordinating geological field surveys and provide technical direction for scientific research, public engagement activities, and professional services.
• Providing scientific support and advice to federal and state government officials, private developers, non-profit organizations, educators, students, the media, and public.
• Fostering collaborative relationships with the academic community, municipal stakeholders, Councils of Governments (COGs), State and Federal agencies, non-profits, and the public.
• Collaborating with other State Geological Surveys in the formulation of National earth science policies, programs, and related issues.
• Serving on internal and external State and National committees as a scientific representative of the DEEP and the State of Connecticut.
• Collecting, compiling, analyzing, and preserving data pertaining to the geologic environment.
• Managing the preparation and publication of reports and maps on the geology and natural resources of the State.
• Promoting FAIR data principles [Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable] for Connecticut geological collections, maps, reports, and Geographic Information Systems data.
• Mentoring staff and student interns in development of applied geological research and foster their professional advancement.
• Maintaining technical and scientific expertise in the geosciences as an active member of the scientific community through professional affiliations and activities.

This is a full-time, Monday-Friday, position, 35 hours/ week.

DEEP is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state.

The State Geological and Natural History Survey was established in 1903 by the CT Legislature (CGS Ch462) The Connecticut Geological Survey is a non-regulatory entity, dedicated to serving the geoscience information and mapping needs of the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection and the public.

The Survey compiles geoscience information, provides mapping services, and develops interpretive maps and reports for use in environmental policy, resource management, hazards mitigation, and educational outreach.

The CT Geological Survey works cooperatively with State Colleges and Universities, State and Federal Agencies, Municipalities, and Professional Organizations to meet the geoscience information and mapping needs of DEEP and the public. The CT Geological Survey supports graduate research and applied geologic mapping through University partnerships.

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for acting as a working lead and/or for performing the most complex tasks in the technical review and analysis of environmental program data and issues within the environmental field, developing recommended actions and programs and implementing policy and program decisions.

In other state agencies this class is accountable for acting as a working lead and/or for performing the most complex tasks in the technical review and analysis of environmental program data and issues, developing recommended actions and programs and implementing policy and program decisions.

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