Environmental Scientist IV - Stormwater

The State of Delaware is seeking an Environmental Scientist IV for its DNREC division, responsible for implementing NPDES Stormwater General Permit programs. Key responsibilities include conducting field studies, analyzing data, preparing permits, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Applicants must have a relevant Master's or Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience. The position allows for telework and flexible schedules.
Introduction

This Section provides permitting services for the agricultural, commercial, industrial, and municipal sectors in Delaware.

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Summary Statement

The employee is responsible for the implementation the State of Delaware’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Stormwater General Permit programs including the Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO), Industrial (ISW), and Municipal (MS4) stormwater programs. This position is responsible for the permitting, administration, assessment, compliance and enforcement of NPDES stormwater permitted facilities.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

Conducts field studies or inspections and evaluations for compliance with permit and regulatory requirements; observes, collects, analyzes, reviews and interprets data from standard field studies, compliance inspections, various regulatory submissions or literature and makes recommendations.

Performs statistical analysis of data.

Conducts technical reviews and makes recommendations on permit applications or other various regulatory submissions to ensure compliance with regulations.

Prepares permits, technical reports and/or enforcement case documents.

Responds to technical/regulatory inquiries from other state, local and federal agencies as well as public and private organizations or individuals.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Environmental Scientist IV

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Possession of a Masters degree or higher in an environmentally related scientific discipline OR Bachelors degree or higher in an environmentally related scientific discipline and current professional certification.

Possession of scientific prominence or recognition with publication in a scientific or trade journal.

Three years experience in environmental or natural resources project management which includes planning, developing, implementing, managing and evaluating environmental or natural resources projects to ensure objectives are met.

Three years experience in analyzing and evaluating scientific data.

Three years experience in interpreting environmental laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.

Additional Posting Information

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.

This posting may be closed on or before the listed closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. You may also call (302) 739-5458 or email DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov for additional applicant services support.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.