We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values : Stewardship, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its' citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.
This position will be located at 1730 E. Elm Street, Jefferson City, MO with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Division of Environmental Quality, Superfund Section, Remedial Project Management Unit.
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 oversight of cleanup work at contaminated sites on the National Priorities List and sites under state oversight for cleanup within the Engineering and Remedial Project Management Unit. Duties will also include pre-remedial investigations of potentially contaminated sites. You will work on a range of sites in various geographical and geological settings across the state as part of a team in the Environmental Remediation Program's Superfund Section.
- Perform project management for assigned sites in accordance with the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, and other federal and state laws and regulations.
- Coordinate and oversee all aspects of site investigation and cleanup, and assure effective and efficient planning and conduct of project work.
- Manage complex, special, high profile and/or large scope/cost projects.
- Prepare or critically evaluate project documents pertaining to site investigation and cleanup.
- Apply relevant statistical methods to the interpretation and utilization of gathered data.
- Represent the Section, Department, and State of Missouri in workgroups that prepare technical guidance and/or make policy recommendations based on technical knowledge.
- Participate in technical and public meetings, negotiations, site visits, sampling events, and other field activities.
- Coordinate and communicate site activities with other department staff and management, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, other federal, state, and local government agencies, regulated community, and the public.
- Respond to inquiries as needed, and perform other duties as assigned.
To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills:
- Environmental Science : Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods to protect and improve the quality of the environment and its resources; and to monitor, control, abate, and prevent pollutants.
- Computer Skills : Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
- Technical Competence : Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
- Vehicle Operation : Knowledge of procedures for operating motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, or watercraft.
Equivalent to those typically gained by:
- A degree with a science emphasis in environmental science, chemistry, or geology.
- For Assistant: Bachelor's degree and 0-1 year of relevant experience.
- For Analyst: Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant. Benefits & Work-life Balance Our benefits package and flexible 40-hour work week promotes the mental and physical health of you and your family as you work towards achieving your professional goals. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance. Learn more here .
How we invest in you: - Exceptional professional development: mentoring from experienced professionals, cross-media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings and continuing education tuition assistance.
- Support for professional registrations when required, through paid study materials, fees, study time, test time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees.
Bryce Bobbitt, Engineering and Remedial Project Management Unit Chief, 573-751-1130 or Bryce.Bobbitt@dnr.mo.gov
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Aarick Roberto (Recruiter), 573-522-1503 or dnr.recruiter@dnr.mo.gov
