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Critical Tasks and Responsibilities
- Interpret regulatory permits and formulate compliance strategies
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports and documents (watershed management plans, stormwater management plans, annual reports, non-stormwater discharge source assessments, adaptive management plans, compliance guidance documents, compliance reports, rain and sampling event summary reports, SWPPPs, WQMPs, etc.)
- Perform construction site and facility environmental compliance inspections (QSP, QISP, FOG)
- Conduct environmental sampling, testing, and observations (primarily surface water, stormwater, groundwater, wastewater, along with soils and sediments)
- Make field observations and perform data measurement and collection assignments
- Data management and analysis (compilation, manipulation, and evaluation of data)
- Perform maintenance and calibration of environmental monitoring instruments, meters, probes, and automated sampling equipment
- Develop and implement monitoring and reporting plans and field studies
- Perform regulatory and water quality data analyses
Required Competencies and Qualifications
- BS degree in Environmental Science, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Familiarity with spreadsheets and data management (i.e. Microsoft Excel, etc.)
- Abilities in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, etc.).
- Abilities using ESRI ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro/ArcGIS Online software
- Ability to grasp and become proficient in new software and technologies
- Able to read, interpret, and analyze plans, technical manuals, and permits
- Ability to pay attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
- Good interpersonal abilities for working in a team environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Ability to self-motivate and work productively without supervision.
- Proactive approach/self-starter/takes initiative
- Positive attitude/team player
- Ability to kneel, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Valid California driver’s license and insurable driving record
Desired Competencies and Qualifications
- MS, PhD or other advanced degree(s) in related fields.
- Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP)
- CPSWQ/CPESC certification
- QSD or QSP and QISP certifications
- Knowledge of stormwater permitting and planning; water quality monitoring; BMPs; and environmental compliance inspections
- Member of professional practice organization (e.g. ASCE, ACEC, APWA, etc..)
- Involved in outreach and service activities with community service organizations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, etc.).
- Proficient in ESRI ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro/ArcGIS Online software
Apex Job Title: Scientist 1 - Staff Scientist
Req ID: 11752
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Annual Expected Pay Range$70,000—$86,000 USD
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