ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST - 20614

About the role

This is professional work of a technical nature in a specific area of environmental management. Employees in this class conduct biological studies, inspections, investigations, and field chemical or physical tests using technical equipment.

Work involves collecting and analyzing information and data in order to prepare reports on findings; implementing air, land, or water program policies and procedures; inspecting facilities or sites for compliance with regulations, and enforcing regulations as needed; collecting samples of sewage, industrial waste, stream water, air, or soil to ensure facilities adhere to regulations; participating in development of programs to ensure industry standards are met; and setting up, calibrating, operating, and maintaining technical equipment.

To learn more about this job within the Alabama Department of Environmental Management, located in Montgomery,

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited* four-year college or university in biology, chemistry, geology, environmental science, engineering (agricultural, biosystems, chemical, civil, or mechanical), or a closely related field. Applicants may apply for this position during their last semester of college; however, applicants will be required to submit documentation verifying completion of the bachelor's degree to the hiring agency prior to beginning work.

Additional Requirement(s)

• Overnight travel.
• Valid Alabama driver license at time of appointment.

Note(s)

• Master’s degree without an appropriate undergraduate degree listed above will not qualify.
• This position is open to all applicants.
• An evaluation of Training and Experience as shown on the application will comprise 100% of the final score.

Click the “Apply” link above and complete the online application.

Complete Your Application Carefully

Your application must include detailed information about your education and work experience so we can determine your eligibility for the position.

Before submitting your application

• Make sure your application is updated to include your current or most recent employment.
• Do not combine multiple jobs into one Work Experience entry. List each employer, job, promotion, or change in job title separately, with accurate beginning and ending dates and a complete, detailed description of the duties performed for each separate job.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected and cannot be supplemented or revised after submission.

Additional information

Please note: A resume, if attached, will not be considered in the evaluation process for placement on the eligible list. Only education and work experience documented in the appropriate sections of the completed application will be reviewed for qualification and evaluation purposes.

This is a continuous announcement and may be closed at any time without prior notice. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.

After You Apply

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*For complete information on State Personnel’s degree acceptance, accreditation, and foreign education credential policies,