What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources Professional IV (NMED #12173 position at State of New Mexico?
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date
Department Name: Water Protection Division
Program Area: Ground Water Quality Bureau/Superfund Oversight Section
Looking for a rewarding career and growth opportunity? The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is seeking highly engaged talent to assist us in our mission to protect and restore the environment and foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. Come be a part of our great team for change! Learn more at: https://www.env.nm.gov/
As a valued new employee to the NMED, you will receive five (5) full days of leave in your leave
Why does the job exist?
This is a senior professional position within the Superfund Oversight Section of the Ground Water Quality Bureau that will assist the Bureau Chief and Program Manager with special projects and perform Superfund oversight work. The scope of special project work will be commensurate with the typical duties of staff performing Superfund oversight work. This senior technical staff position is responsible for the performance of environmental site assessment and the oversight of remedial actions at groundwater contamination sites. The position also performs senior technical review, provides recommendations, and participates in decision making regarding groundwater contamination sites. All work is performed in accordance with applicable New Mexico Water Quality Regulations or in accordance with the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), commonly known as "Superfund") and the National Contingency Plan (NCP). This position provides senior technical and administrative expertise in highly specialized technical fields of hydrology, geology, chemistry, and engineering for investigation groundwater contamination sites and implementing cleanup of Superfund sites in compliance with appropriate state and federal regulations.
How does it get done?
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Science, Hydrology, Geology, Environmental Science, Water Resources, Watershed Management, Physics, Natural Science, Physical Science, Life Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Forestry/Forest Science, Conservation Science, Wildlife Science, Emergency Management, or Engineering and six (6) years of relevant experience. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling ten (10) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certificate as a condition of continued employment
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Occasional travel is required. Field work up to 30% of the time with exposure to seasonal weather conditions and potential exposure to hazardous and/or radioactive waste.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Mark Garman (505) 600-8464 or Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
For more information on how to apply, please check out the Application Guide: link
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date
Department Name: Water Protection Division
Program Area: Ground Water Quality Bureau/Superfund Oversight Section
Looking for a rewarding career and growth opportunity? The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is seeking highly engaged talent to assist us in our mission to protect and restore the environment and foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. Come be a part of our great team for change! Learn more at: https://www.env.nm.gov/
As a valued new employee to the NMED, you will receive five (5) full days of leave in your leave
Why does the job exist?
This is a senior professional position within the Superfund Oversight Section of the Ground Water Quality Bureau that will assist the Bureau Chief and Program Manager with special projects and perform Superfund oversight work. The scope of special project work will be commensurate with the typical duties of staff performing Superfund oversight work. This senior technical staff position is responsible for the performance of environmental site assessment and the oversight of remedial actions at groundwater contamination sites. The position also performs senior technical review, provides recommendations, and participates in decision making regarding groundwater contamination sites. All work is performed in accordance with applicable New Mexico Water Quality Regulations or in accordance with the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), commonly known as "Superfund") and the National Contingency Plan (NCP). This position provides senior technical and administrative expertise in highly specialized technical fields of hydrology, geology, chemistry, and engineering for investigation groundwater contamination sites and implementing cleanup of Superfund sites in compliance with appropriate state and federal regulations.
How does it get done?
- Provide senior technical and administrative expertise in highly specialized technical fields of hydrology, geology, chemistry, and engineering for investigation groundwater contamination sites
- Implement cleanup of Superfund sites in compliance with appropriate state and federal regulations
- Develop, conduct, and report on environmental investigations to evaluate risks to human health and the environment posed by contamination
- Review and comment on work plans and technical reports
- Participate in the remedial action selection process
- Engage in public involvement events related to environmental remediation
- Communicate frequently with stakeholders, government agencies, and the public
- Direct government contractors in the execution of environmental projects
- Manage project budgets and associated resources
- New Mexicans to protect and restore the environment
- Occasional contact with external Federal, State and Local regulatory bodies as well as contractors and environmental not for profit organizations
- Internal staff
- New Mexicans to protect and restore the environment
- Occasional contact with external Federal, State and Local regulatory bodies as well as contractors and environmental not for profit organizations
- Internal staff
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Science, Hydrology, Geology, Environmental Science, Water Resources, Watershed Management, Physics, Natural Science, Physical Science, Life Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Forestry/Forest Science, Conservation Science, Wildlife Science, Emergency Management, or Engineering and six (6) years of relevant experience. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling ten (10) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certificate as a condition of continued employment
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Occasional travel is required. Field work up to 30% of the time with exposure to seasonal weather conditions and potential exposure to hazardous and/or radioactive waste.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Mark Garman (505) 600-8464 or Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
For more information on how to apply, please check out the Application Guide: link
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
