Environmental Scientist III

State of Utah Office of the Governor•Salt Lake City, UT
•$36 - $54•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Environmental Quality is looking to fill an Environmental Scientist position in the Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control. This position may be filled at any of the advertised levels listed below. Salary depends on the job level offered within the series. The selected candidate for this position may be hired as an Environmental Scientist I with a salary range of $25.90- $38.90 per hour, an Environmental Scientist II with a salary range of $30.47 - $45.78 per hour, or an Environmental Scientist III with a salary range of $35.85 - $53.87 per hour. In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. Other benefits may include: Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization. Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization. Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals. Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

Requirements

  • Experience performing regulatory compliance evaluations for large quantity and small quantity hazardous waste generators.
  • Ability to draft detailed, technically and legally sound inspection reports and enforcement actions within required timeframes.
  • Demonstrate the capability for both independent initiative and effective team coordination.
  • Possess versatile interpersonal skills, being able to adapt communication styles to effectively engage with diverse personnel with varied professional and educational backgrounds.
  • Possess a valid driver's license.
  • Ability to wear a full-face respirator and carry a minimum of 20 lbs. of equipment.

Nice To Haves

  • BS degree or higher preferably in the environmental sciences such as engineering, geology, chemistry.

Responsibilities

  • Hazardous waste generator inspections at large quantity and small quantity generators.
  • Draft detailed inspection reports and enforcement actions that are technically sound and legally enforceable.
  • Perform compliance assistance to help regulated entities come back into compliance.
  • Independent and team coordination.
  • Versatile interpersonal skills, capable of adapting communication style to connect effectively with diverse individuals and settings.

Benefits

  • This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
  • Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
  • Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
  • Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
  • Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
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