Local recruitment: Water Quality Specialist Virginia Department of Energy Wise, VA, USA 🇺🇸
Title:
Water Quality Specialist State Role Title:
Minerals Specialist I Hiring Range:
Up to $65,000/annually
Pay Band:
5
Agency:
Department of Energy Location:
Big Stone Gap, Virginia Agency Website:
energy.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type:
General Public - G Job Duties Virginia Energy is seeking a qualified candidate to ensure mineral resource extraction is conducted in an environmentally sound manner and is in compliance with Virginia mineral extraction and reclamation regulations by evaluating permits and coordinating technical investigations of environmental impacts to determine cause and remedy. This position also ensures compliance with Virginia water control regulations and prepares NPDES permits. Virginia Energy's mission is to lead the Commonwealth to a safe, reliable and responsible energy future with greater emphasis on renewable energy programs and economic development, as well as implement the Virginia's Energy Plan to ensure the Commonwealth has abundant, reliable, affordable and clean energy. Come be a part of an agency that makes a difference. We have offices in Big Stone Gap, Charlottesville, and Richmond, Virginia. Minimum Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of hydrologic principles and practices
- Proficiency in computer operations and computer mapping
- Working knowledge of mineral resource extraction practices
- Demonstrated ability to apply hydrologic principles, conduct technical investigations, and determine if environmental or hydrologic problems are mineral extraction related
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to clearly convey technical findings to diverse audiences Additional Considerations N/A Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully.
Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications. You will receive confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé has been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to "Your Application" in your account. This position is designated to file a financial disclosure under the State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act. This is a condition of employment, and you are required to submit the Statement of Economic Interests electronically through the Virginia Ethics Council's online filing system annually. All applicants for employment must consent to a comprehensive background check. Selected candidates must successfully pass a drug test, reference, driving, and criminal background check. This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form.. Virginia Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice, therefore prohibits discrimination on basis of sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability in the recruitment, selection and hiring of our workforce. As a certified V3 organization, Virginia Energy honors the Commonwealth's veterans hiring preference. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other National Service Alumni are also encouraged to apply. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or any part of the remaining hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Contact Information Name:
Human Resources Phone:
N/A Email:
humanresources@energy.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to
DARS/DBVI
to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer Expired
POSITION TYPE
Full-Time
ORGANIZATION TYPE
Government
EXPERIENCE-LEVEL
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