Geologist/Hydrogeologist
About The Position
This Geologist/Hydrogeologist position is responsible for evaluation permit applications for the Underground Injection Control (UIC) Program and treated waste disposal relative to the assessment of human health and environmental hazards. This position requires frequent coordination with the regulated community, permittees, other stakeholders, and the public at large. This position is a lead technical position often called upon to be the senior technical voice for the regional office on all program topics. NC Board Licensure is not required but is considered an asset. Field work requires the ability to perform tasks required for physical inspections; walking through rough, steep, and uneven terrain; and tolerating exposure to noise, extreme weather conditions, dust, fumes, machinery, insects, small animals, snakes, chemical substances, etc. State-owned vehicles are used, so Hydrogeologists must have a valid driver’s license. Occasional overnight travel may be required. Some environmental emergencies may require a response to occur after hours and/or weekends, on a limited basis. Back in the office, Hydrogeologists complete the required data entry and preparation and/or review of documents related to field inspections, permits and/or certifications, complaint investigations, compliance and enforcement actions, and keep their knowledge of rules and regulations current. This requires proficiency with computers, internet research, word processing software and spreadsheets.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in geology, geosciences, physical science or a related field, or engineering with 30 credit hours of geological science course work from an accredited college or university; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- NC Board Licensure is considered an asset.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate groundwater compliance for wastewater disposal activities, permitted or regulated by the Division.
- Conduct site and data compliance assessments regarding facility performance, operation, and maintenance.
- Sampling of groundwater and soil to project or monitor any potential threat of health hazard due to the migration of contaminants.
- Perform reviews related to permit applications associated with existing or proposed Underground Injection Control (UIC), geothermal injection, wastewater surface application, or other waste management systems.
- Evaluation of geothermal well systems, land application systems, and investigation of hydrogeological site characteristics.
- Collection of ground water samples, soil and bedrock properties, and the direction velocity of groundwater movement.
Benefits
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
