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Government of the Virgin Islands

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a standard position description for use in an environmental program in which the application of Engineering, Architecture and other similar disciplines are applied to preserve the quality of life by correcting and improving various areas of environmental concern such as air, soil or water pollution.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Engineering, Architecture of related field; OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Architecture or related field, and two (2) years' experience; OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture or related field and five (5) years' experience; OR Associate's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field and ten (10) years' experience; OR Environmental Planner II for two (2) years.
Knowledge of the principles of natural science as it relates to environmental control.
Knowledge of current techniques and principles of environmental control.
Knowledge of technical terminology used in environmental control.
Knowledge of basic procedures used in sampling and related data collection.
Knowledge of methods, procedures and purposes of investigations and analysis.
Knowledge of surveying methods and techniques.
Knowledge of Federal and Local environmental laws and regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain records and prepare scientific and technical reports as required.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, private business representatives, and the general public.
Ability to perform statistical computations.
Ability to understand and interpret environmental laws, rules and regulations.
Ability to read plans, and site plans.

Nice To Haves

Ability to swim or scuba dive when necessary.

Responsibilities

Works on major Coastal Zone applications, checking for compliance with local and federal laws.
Works on research projects such as assessing the coastal resources of a particular bay or area.
Performs field work to investigate the habitat.
Provides assistance to the unit managers relative to the monitoring of contracts.
Investigates any environmental violations, makes reports on the matter and recommends certain disciplinary actions or penalties.
Inspects construction work in progress to ensure compliance with landscape specifications, ensure proper quality of materials and work, and advises client and construction personnel on landscape features.
Reads site plans (design of the proposed building) as well as plans to determine whether the proposed structure is in compliance with environmental laws.
Compiles and analyzes data on such site conditions as geographic location, soil vegetation and rock features, drainage and location of structures for preparation of environmental impact report and development of landscaping plans.
Serves as a lead worker to lower level environmental personnel in terms of providing leadership and guidance.
Writes technical and administrative reports relative to information regarding environmental matters.
Testifies as required in administrative or court hearings concerning environmental issues.
Performs other related duties as required.