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APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$52,032.96 to
$77,402.16
PAY GRADE: 36
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
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Environmental Scientists perform program research, planning and development, permitting, compliance monitoring, inspections/enforcement, and technical support services in relation to air, water, waste, federal facilities, corrective action, mining, biology and other environmental programs.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others. The position is located within the Lake Tahoe Watershed Branch, Bureau of Water Quality Planning in Carson City, NV. The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) is one of many federal, state, local and private partners collaborating to restore, protect and preserve Lake Tahoe's ecologic status as one of the few exceptionally clean and clear (ultra-oligotrophic) lakes in the world, and its value as a drinking water source, recreational destination, and local and regional economic asset. Incumbents will assist and support Lake Tahoe Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Program and Nevada Nonpoint Source Pollution Management Plan implementation in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
The incumbent will collaborate with TMDL implementing partners to identify projects and actions that address water quality and watershed health issues; participate as technical advisory team member to evaluate and provide feedback on proposed stormwater quality improvement, erosion control, stream restoration and related best management practices (BMPs) implementation projects and design plans; provide implementation partners technical assistance to estimate load reductions resulting from pollutant control implementation using standardized models, and catalogue water quality improvement actions within a publicly accessible performance reporting and accountability platform; perform field inspections and data collection to assess and verify BMP condition; develop program improvement recommendations for executive consideration and update associated policy and guidance documents based on approvals; collaborate with partners to develop and implement contract workplans, and monitor performance relative to specified tasks, deliverables, budget and schedule; assist with preparation of the quarterly and annual program performance reports.
The ideal candidate should have a background in hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater quality; proven experience reviewing technical reports, construction plans and specifications; excellent organizational and analytical skills; be able to work independently; resolve issues and make effective decisions; and have exceptional interpersonal, communication, and consensus building skills. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. ***
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
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Bachelor's degree in the physical, natural resource or life sciences, engineering or closely related field and three years of professional environmental experience which involved environmental program research, planning, and technical support; OR one year of experience as an Environmental Scientist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Some positions may require specialized experience which will be identified at the time of the recruitment. |
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This position has a 25% travel requirement. |
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| The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. |
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1) Describe your background in the fields of hydrology, hydraulics and stormwater quality, including relevant experience related to water quality improvement project/BMP design; the review of technical reports, construction plans and specifications; and any software used.
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2) Describe your background and experience managing contracts and providing project oversight.
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3) Describe experience related to working collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders and partners.
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4) How did you hear about this job?
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