Environmental Specialist II

Government of the Virgin Islands

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a standard position description for use in an environmental program in which the application of scientific and technical principles are used. An employee in this class practices the environmental protection and optimum use of air, land, and water resources, as well as, the management of urban development leading to improvement in the health and well-being of people and their environs.

Requirements

• M.S. degree in Environmental Science or related field OR: B.S. degree in Environmental Science or related field and two (2) years related experience OR: Environmental Specialist I for two (2) years.
• Knowledge of the principles of natural science as it relates to environmental control, and its natural habitat.
• 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 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 swim/scuba dive.

Responsibilities

• Gathers data on environmental issues to assess pollution problems.
• Performs preliminary environmental analysis, research, surveys and, studies to determine their effects.
• Collects soil and water samples to be used in the analysis of environmental pollutants.
• Conducts investigations into sources of pollution to determine the degree of compliance with appropriate laws, rules and regulations.
• Compiles statistical data from analytic findings and assist in the preparation of scientific reports and correspondence.
• Writes reports of a routine nature and provides general information to the public.
• Works with hazardous substances in cleaning up environmental toxic and wastes.
• May perform scuba diving activities to test underwater reefs, etc.
• Perform other related duties as may be required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level