Environmental Scientist for Solid Waste

About the role

As an Environmental Scientist for the Solid Waste Management Program, you will be responsible for the general implementation of the solid waste program for an assigned region and facilities including permit reviews and permit writing; technical evaluation of facilities, systems, operations, and equipment to determine compliance with environmental control laws, regulations, and policies; and supporting the program manager in execution of program-related tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• DEQ will not provide sponsorships.
• To be considered for an Environmental Scientist III, you must have a bachelor’s degree in natural or physical science with emphasis in biology, chemistry, microbiology, environmental science, or closely related field and two (2) years of related experience. A master’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.
• To be considered for an Environmental Scientist II, you must have a bachelor’s degree in natural or physical science with emphasis in biology, chemistry, microbiology, environmental science, or closely related field and one (1) year of related experience. A master’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.
• To succeed in this position, you must have effective communication and intrapersonal skills to engage with stakeholders in a way that leads to compliance; enforce rules objectively, consistently, and fairly; and have a valid driver’s license to travel to site locations.

About Team ND

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More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

Total Rewards

The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.

Application Procedures

Applications will only be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System. Application materials must be received by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date. In addition to completing the online application, applicants should upload the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three professional references

Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department’s Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications, credit will not be given.

Contact Information

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: DEQ Job Openings
For assistance or questions regarding the application or interview process, please contact Casey Goodhouse, Human Resource Director at cjgoodhouse@nd.gov  or (800) 366-6888 (TTY Relay North Dakota).

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.