Title:  Environmental Analyst V - Public Drinking Water Program - Limited Service

Overview

The Public Drinking Water Program is seeking an Environmental Analyst excited about uncovering new information about emerging contaminants, specifically PFAS and Cyanotoxins, in Vermont and turning it into applicable solutions for our impacted Public Drinking Water Systems.  

 

This job could be for you if you would like to: 

• Coordinate and conduct the new PFAS AIX Cartridge Filter Pilot Study and Manage the ongoing PFAS GAC Treatment Efficacy Study, including: 
• Coordinating sampling events and collecting drinking water samples for analysis,  
• Assessing study changes and needs on the fly,  
• Communicating schedules and results with public water systems and contractors, 
• Managing and organizing data,  
• Overseeing contract work and invoices in collaboration with the business office,
• Analyzing and summarizing study results in reports, presentations and as proposed changes to treatment design as written in the Water Supply Rule.

 

Manage the Cyanotoxin Monitoring Program, including:

•  Facilitating meetings with operators, laboratories and other stakeholders,  
• Providing outreach in person or by email and phone to public water systems, regarding test results, updates to the monitoring schedule and other relevant information, 
• Managing testing procedures in close collaboration with our partner laboratory, 
• Troubleshooting issues as they arise in collaboration with colleagues, 
• Coordinating contract work prior to and during monitoring season.

 

In general, the job includes:

•  Reviewing studies, reports and other deliverables pertaining to PFAS and Cyanotoxins in drinking water and treatment methods to inform future regulation and technical approaches. 

 

You will be working closely with your supervisor and water chemist, as well as a team of experienced drinking water engineers, hydrogeologists and analysts.  

 

We are specifically looking for someone with: 

• Demonstrated experience and understanding of drinking water quality and drinking water treatment processes.  
• Expertise in managing water quality studies from start to finish.  
• The ability to transfer complex technical findings into an applicable, regulatory framework.  
• Succinct communication, both verbally and in writing, using a high degree of independent judgement and tact. 

 

The Agency of Natural Resources and Public Drinking Water Program has an employee-friendly telework policy, allowing staff to work from their productive home office two days per week. The position is limited service for 5 years (total), with the potential to become long-term, and when considering salary, remember that benefits are worth ~30% of your total compensation.

Who May Apply

This position, Environmental Analyst V - Public Drinking Water Program - Limited Service (Job Requisition #53832), is open to all State employees and external applicants.  It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. 

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Sille.Larsen@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. Field work 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

Bachelor's degree in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND two (2) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.

 

OR

 

Master's degree or higher in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND one (1) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.

 

OR

 

Five (5) years or more of experience in an engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field.
 

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.