Salary: $1,700 - $2,078 semi-monthly

Job Location: This position is with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Division of Environmental Quality, and will be located at 1730 E. Elm Street, Jefferson City, MO.
Why you'll love this position:

You will perform project management related to the investigation and cleanup of sites contaminated with hazardous substances. The emphasis of this position will be in the pre-remedial investigation of contaminated sites within the Site Assessment Unit. Duties will also include oversight of cleanup of contaminated sites on the National Priorities List and sites under state oversight for cleanup. You will work on a range of sites in various geographical and geological settings across the state as part of a team of professionals in the Environmental Remediation Program's Superfund Section.

What you'll do:

• Conduct site assessment investigations under the authority of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) in order to evaluate potential or confirmed releases of hazardous substances that may pose a threat to human health or the environment.
• Perform project management for assigned hazardous substance cleanup sites, including Superfund remedial action and removal actions sites in accordance with CERCLA and other federal and state laws and regulations.
• Coordinate and oversee all aspects of site investigation and cleanup, and assure professional, effective, and efficient planning and conduct of project work.
• Prepare investigation reports using U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidance documents.
• Prepare or critically evaluate project documents pertaining to site investigation and cleanup.
• Participate in technical meetings, public meetings, responsible party negotiations, site visits, sampling events, and other field activities. Field activities encompass approximately 10% of the time for this position.
• Coordinate and communicate site activities with other Department team members and management, the EPA, other federal, state, and local governmental agencies, the regulated community, and the public.
• Prepare Geographic Information System (GIS) maps using ArcGIS Pro software.
• Coordinate and develop the Annual Registry of Abandoned and Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites report.
• Participate in project work planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Respond to public inquiries and provide technical and administrative support to management on site assessment activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline.
• For Assistant: Bachelor's degree and 0-1 year of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)
• For Analyst: Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to use a computer and standard word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and/or apply laws, regulations, policies, guidance procedures, maps, plans, and reports.
• Ability to evaluate data and communicate findings.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid vehicle operator's license for travel (occasionally overnight).

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Mikayla Morris (Environmental Program Supervisor), (573) 522-9528 or mikayla.morris@dnr.mo.gov

or

Aarick Roberto (DNR Recruiter), (573) 522-1503 or Aarick.Roberto@dnr.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.