Remedial Action Hydrogeologist (Natural Resource Specialist 4 – Hydrogeologist / Natural Resource Specialist 4 – Underfill)

State of Oregon • Portland, OR

3d • $6,574 - $10,122 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a full-time Remedial Action Hydrogeologist (Natural Resource Specialist 4 – Hydrogeologist / Natural Resource Specialist 4 – Underfill) in Portland, Oregon. DEQ is the primary regulatory agency responsible for protecting and enhancing Oregon's natural resources. This position is in the Northwest Region, which provides services such as compliance inspections, permit issuance, complaint investigations, spill response, and technical assistance. The role involves serving as a Project Manager for hazardous substance cleanup sites, from investigation through operation, and providing hydrogeological expertise for groundwater and subsurface investigations.

Requirements

• 7 years of experience in a natural resource or environmental field
• At least 1 year of experience at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities
• Current registration as an Oregon Professional Geologist
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access)
• Proficiency in computer programs such as Google Earth and Acrobat
• Proficiency in data management and statistics
• Robust understanding and proficiency in groundwater modeling
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to provide clear, concise, and compelling communication of policy and technical information tailored to the needs of diverse audiences
• Skill in writing and presenting clear and concise reports that include qualitative and quantitative analyses, recommendations, and conclusions to diverse audiences
• Work authorization in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated understanding of environmental justice and the historical impacts for marginalized and underrepresented communities
• Ability to take personal responsibility for increasing their knowledge of environmental justice and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Demonstrated expert-level experience and current knowledge in hydrogeology and contaminant fate and transport in the subsurface
• Demonstrated expert-level experience and current knowledge in site characterization, groundwater monitoring, soil and ground water contamination assessment, and corrective action for contamination problems
• Excellent project management, analytical, and organizational skills
• Prior consulting or regulatory experience in a project manager role
• Basic understanding of GIS

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Project Manager during the site investigation, feasibility study, design, construction, and operation phases of cleanup at hazardous substance cleanup sites.
• Provide hydrogeological technical expertise and assistance for groundwater and subsurface investigations and cleanup at sites with hazardous substances.
• Conduct field visits, which may include air, soil gas, and groundwater sampling; supervising monitoring well construction or beneficial water well use survey; supervising reconnaissance (direct push) or drilling for sampling; and other remedial investigatory or removal work.
• Plan, lead, and implement projects and programs related to environmental investigations and cleanups of sites contaminated with hazardous substances, including petroleum hydrocarbons.
• Serve as a project team leader for remedial action projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and their qualified family members
• Paid sick leave
• Vacation leave
• Personal leave
• 11 paid holidays a year
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Necessary hardware (laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and cell phone) for remote work

What This Job Offers

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