Environmental Scientist I

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Job ID: 29949
Agency: Agriculture & Natural Resources
Location: Pierre, SD
Salary: $27.43 Hourly
Pay Grade: S1
Closing Date: 01/24/2025

This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources. For more information on the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, please visit https://danr.sd.gov/.

Make a difference.

The mission of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) is to protect and preserve South Dakota's agriculture, environment, and natural resources. A successful applicant will be a member of the Waste Management Program in DANR. The dedicated staff of professionals in the Waste Management Program work hard to create and sustain a vision for South Dakota that is prosperous and diverse with clean air, clean water, and healthy families. We are seeking individuals with a strong desire to learn and an interest in building a career.

What you will do:

As part of the Waste Management Program, you will play an important role in implementing waste management regulatory policies to protect human health and the environment. Our team works with South Dakota businesses, industries, and communities to promote and sustain economic development in an environmentally responsible manner. Specific job duties include inspections at hazardous waste generator facilities and permitted hazardous waste facilities, field investigations at waste-related facilities, technical report writing, communication with the regulated community, and data collection and management.

Duties may include the following:

• conducting hazardous waste field inspections;
• preparing inspection reports, technical reports, and written correspondence;
• organizing and maintaining environmental databases and analyzing environmental data;
• collecting environmental samples, measurements, and information;
• providing technical information and assistance to colleagues, other state and federal agencies, business and industry customers, and members of the public with customer service being a high priority.

Benefits of Working for DANR:

The state of South Dakota offers a generous health benefits package which includes options for health, vision, and dental insurance in addition to one of the strongest retirement systems in the nation.

South Dakota state government understands the importance of having a work/life balance and this position includes paid vacation leave, sick leave, and family leave. You will work a 40-hour week which leaves plenty of time to enjoy all that South Dakota has to offer.

Entry-level scientists are offered training and development opportunities to build skills and knowledge. Advancement opportunities are offered in both technical and managerial tracks. It is not just a job, it is an opportunity to build a career.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A 4-year degree in environmental or physical sciences and a strong desire to learn, solve problems, and serve the citizens of South Dakota.

We are looking for candidates that have:

• knowledge of environmental, physical, and chemical principles and processes;
• basic computer skills such as Microsoft Office;
• ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing;
• ability to set goals and work independently or in a team setting to achieve them.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume and writing sample.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=X3
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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