Geologist 1/2/3

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Environmental Quality/Office of Environmental Services has a vacancy. The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality’s (LDEQ) mission is to provide service to the people of Louisiana through comprehensive environmental protection in order to promote and protect health, safety, and welfare. Join a team of geological experts who play a critical role in protecting Louisiana’s environment through the review, oversight, and management of complex solid and hazardous waste sites. As a Geologist, you’ll lead subsurface investigations, guide groundwater monitoring and corrective action activities, and provide high-level technical support on some of the state’s most challenging and high-profile permitting projects.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a geoscience field or geological engineering.

Responsibilities

• Direct subsurface investigation, groundwater monitoring, corrective action activities, and permit reviews for assigned solid and hazardous waste facilities.
• Evaluate detection, assessment, and corrective action reports; ensure compliance with solid and hazardous waste permit conditions and RCRA commitments.
• Provide principal assistance to the Geologist Manager, track permitting and groundwater program issues, and prepare formal technical recommendations.
• Serve as a fact or expert witness in hearings and represent the Department at public meetings, presenting groundwater monitoring and remediation information.
• Mentor geologists and provide specialized guidance on subsurface interpretations, geological methods, and technical review practices.

What This Job Offers

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