CO - P4192 - Remediation Project Officer

Virginia Department of Environmental Quality • Richmond, VA

3d • $60,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position primarily provides project management and oversight for environmental remediation projects within the Office of Remediation Programs: Voluntary Remediation Program (VRP), RCRA Corrective Action, Superfund, and Federal Facilities. This position follows a hybrid work schedule to include both in-office and telework. Candidates must be able to work from the assigned work location in Virginia.

Requirements

• Experience with remediation technologies, environmental site investigation, and cleanup processes, practices, and principles
• Working knowledge of CERCLA and the National Contingency Plan, RCRA Corrective Action, and the Voluntary Remediation Program
• Working knowledge of geology, hydrogeology, engineering, and basic sciences
• Working knowledge of remediation and treatment technologies, contaminant fate and transport, risk assessment, and waste management practices; Knowledge of Federal and State environmental laws/regulations
• Ability to organize and prioritize technical and other related work, and to develop effective work methods in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to utilize computer software programs to improve program and project productivity and efficiency
• Ability to analyze problems, consider and balance regulatory and business needs, and make pragmatic decisions to achieve project objectives.
• A Real ID or U.S. passport is required to access certain facilities.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Combination of education, training, and experience in the disciplines of engineering, geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, and/or other natural sciences

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for groundwater monitoring programs at hazardous waste management facilities and other projects as assigned.
• Review and process complex technical, program- and project-specific documents including work plans, reports, conceptual site models, studies, final remedy decisions, and implementation plans.
• Oversee site characterization, remedy implementation, and response actions, and monitor progress towards completion.
• Ensure project elements are in accordance with technical and program requirements, best engineering practices, established guidelines and policies, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Apply pollution prevention technology where possible, promote efficacy of final remedy decisions, and work with project stakeholders to resolve regulatory and technical issues efficiently, openly, fairly, and consistently.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed