Environmental Scientist (Environmental Analyst IV)

The Environmental Scientist (Environmental Analyst IV) at the State of Maryland is responsible for managing environmental programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and overseeing projects related to air and water compliance and hazardous waste management. The role includes field assessments, inspections, and participation in Environmental & Safety Committees. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and six years of experience in environmental analysis or management are required.
About the position

The Environmental Scientist (Environmental Analyst IV) at the Maryland Department of Transportation is responsible for managing environmental programs and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations across the organization. This role involves overseeing projects related to air and water compliance, hazardous waste management, and environmental audits, while also serving as a subject matter expert in environmental assessments and inspections.

Responsibilities
• Act as a subject matter expert in the performance of field assessments and routine inspections of fuel oil storage tank systems, oil-water separators, waste management practices and contractor activities.
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• Serve as an environmental representative on the facility Environmental & Safety Committees by participating in meetings and related actions.
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• Perform routine facility environmental inspections and provide guidance on corrective actions to be taken.
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• Assist with implementation of the Environmental Management System (EMS) and manage the web-based database associated with the EMS.
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• Provide safety and environmental training, as necessary.
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• Review and comment on various environmental policies, task orders, proposals, work plans, and other documents to provide constructive and appropriate feedback to address environmental liabilities.
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• Coordinate environmental service projects including but not limited to: waste disposal, recycling, fuel oil storage tank repairs, and adhering to procurement requirements.

Requirements
• Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in natural sciences, earth science, physical science, environmental science, chemistry, physics, biology, agronomy, forestry, horticultural or related sciences, geography, environmental planning, civil engineering, sociology, economics, planning, anthropology, architectural history or related fields such as ecology, landscape architecture, or environmental engineering.
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• Six (6) years of experience in environmental analysis or environmental management, including two (2) years related to hazardous waste management.

Nice-to-haves
• Possession of a Master's degree in a relevant discipline may substitute for one year of required experience.
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• Possession of a Doctorate's degree in a relevant discipline may substitute for two years of required experience.

Benefits
• Health insurance
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• Dental insurance
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• Vision insurance
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• Long term disability
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• Tuition reimbursement
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• Access to the State Pension System
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• Deferred compensation plans
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• Minimum of 11 paid holidays
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• Minimum of 27 days of leave annually (personal, vacation, and sick)