Environmental Engineer VII AC: General Job Listing at State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT (Job ID AA2CB3A0-4CE3-4)

Description

Overview

The Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division is seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer to supervise their dynamic Engineering Section.

 

You will be overseeing and working closely with a highly functioning team of five Environmental Engineers. Your work will be focused on making technical and policy decisions as they relate to public drinking water system engineering work, supporting staff in their day-to-day work, optimizing existing work processes, coordinating work between internal and external staff and partners, and identifying and promoting programmatic and regulatory improvements to better serve our regulated community.

 

This job could be for you if:

• You thrive in a work environment that encourages technical conversations spanning a wide spectrum of disciplines such as hydraulics, water treatment chemistry, funding, public health and environmental justice;
• You are excited about the opportunity to engage in and balance the complex aspects of science, technology, economy and public health protection;
• You like the role as an engineering project manager, reviewing and providing feedback on drinking water system construction design;
• You enjoy diving deep when writing and updating guidance documents, SOPs, and other technical informational material
• You are patient and level-headed when providing technical and regulatory assistance to Vermont's public drinking water systems and their consultants;
• You appreciate teamwork. You care about creating a positive work environment, and you lead by example.

 

TELEWORK:
The Agency of Natural Resources and drinking water program has an employee-friendly telework policy, requiring staff (once trained) to work from the office as little as a few days a month. The rest of the days, staff are welcome to work in the office as they wish or work from their productive home offices.

 

MISSION:
The mission of the Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division is to protect human health and the environment for this and future generations by managing Vermont's drinking water supplies; protecting the quality and quantity of Vermont's groundwater resources; and regulating wastewater disposal activities that could adversely affect groundwater. The Division accomplishes this mission through its outreach, education, assistance and regulatory activities.

 

As of July 14, 2024 the step 1 rate for pay grade 26 will be $31.76 per hour.

Who May Apply

This position, Environmental Engineer VII AC: General (Job Requisition #50301), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Sille.Larsen@vermont.gov or ben.montross@vermont.gov

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

 

Environmental Factors

Duties are largely performed in an office setting; however, some field travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to chemicals, gases, hazardous liquid and solid waste, and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering AND four (4) years or more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.

 

OR

 

Bachelor's degree in environmental, sanitary, chemical, water resources, civil or mechanical engineering AND six (6) years or more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.

 

OR

 

Bachelor's degree in any field of engineering AND seven (7) years of more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.

 

OR

 

One (1) year or more of experience as an Environmental Engineer VI or two (2) years or more as an Environmental Engineer V.

 

OR

 

Registration as a Professional Engineer in Vermont, by written examination, in the fields of civil, civil/sanitary, environmental or sanitary engineering AND six (6) years or more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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