Environmental Management Infrastructure Project (Emip) Geological Specialist

This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Health, Deputy Director of Environmental Health Administration, Environmental Management Division.

The position is located in Pearl City on the Island of Oahu.

$5,527 per month, salary commensurate w/ training and experience

If you have any questions regarding this non-civil service exempt position, please email kevin.ihuaii.gov

The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this exempt position to the Department of Health.

Exempt, non-civil service appointment.

The purpose of the Environmental Management Infrastructure Project (EMIP) is to support the implementation and ensure capacity to implement environmental recovery projects, after disasters and emergencies to protect Hawaii’s water, land and air and mitigate their impact on public health.

These environmental and public health protection efforts include managing traditional environmental pollutants and hazards.

The purpose of this position is to support Geologists in difficult and complex geologic studies, reviews, and investigations, gaining experience to perform these studies independently. Activities include reviewing underground injection control permit applications and reports by consultant geologist on the effects of underground injection activities on groundwater, inspecting or reviewing inspection reports of underground injection control (UIC) facilities to determine compliance with permit conditions, field investigations to determine the impact of various activities on groundwater resources and the suitable location of the UIC Line, and public health education.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in geology.

Three (3) months or more of experience with geologic, hydrogeologic, environmental data evaluation or mapping, which may be obtained during field caps, mapping, internships or countering, or through work experience is preferred.

The State of Hawaii requires that all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Direct all inquiries regarding this position to Kevin Ihu at  or email kevin.ihuaii.gov

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Recruitment is continuous from posting for position #125692

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework work schedule after completion of six months of credible service and upon approval by the supervisor.

This position is exempt from civil service and considered temporary by nature. Therefore, if you are appointed to the position, your employment will be considered to be "at will," which means that you may be discharged from your employment at the prerogative of your department head or designee at any time.

The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and environment for all people in Hawaii. Hawaii Department of Health supports a diverse-multicultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels, and creates an inclusive work environment, free from discrimination.

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The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Department of Health regarding this exempt position.