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Environmental Manager - Algal Taxonomist

Employer
Indiana Department of Environmental Management
Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills

This Environmental Manager exists within the Targeted Monitoring Section, Watershed Assessment and Planning Branch, Office of Water Quality, Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM). This Environmental Manager, a specialist in the algae program, oversees and participates in all activities associated with the collection, processing and data analysis of cyanobacteria and diatom samples from Indiana lakes, rivers and streams. These duties include serving as a crew leader responsible for coordinating and conducting chemical, physical and biological data, analysis and interpretation of data, participation in committees, workshops and training, and equipment maintenance. This role requires communication of data and information to a wide variety of internal and external customers using verbal, electronic and writing techniques. 

 

This Environmental Manager serves a key function as an algae expert for IDEM staff and the public when harmful algal blooms (HABs) are reported or unknown blooms need to be identified. Microscope identification, understanding algae taxa characteristics, and testing the toxins algae produce are crucial to supporting IDEM programs, and is central to IDEM’s interagency partnership with the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in issuing public health advisories. 

 

Work is performed in the office, in the laboratory, and in the field. During the field season, the work may involve physical exertion for moving and carrying light to heavy equipment and sampling gear. This position may have to work in inclement weather conditions, and occasionally be exposed to fumes, acids, or other unknown toxins in water. This job requires overnight travel 25% of the year and field work 50% of the year. Schedule adjusting is also required during field work activities up to 12 hours a day; however, not more than 75 hours per biweekly period. A valid Indiana Driver's License is required. 

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:  

  • a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Public Health or a related field.
  • at least two (2) years of experience in an environmental or environmental public health field. 

Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.

  • Broad knowledge of theories, environmental protection principles and practices, specialty area, and program area.
  • Thorough knowledge of chemistry, biology, hydrology, mathematics, engineering, and other environmental sciences as they relate to program area.
  • Thorough knowledge of soil, water, air sampling, laboratory analysis and interpretation as it relates to program area.
  • Ability to conduct surveys, inspections and investigations of facilities and sites, review projects/situations, read plans, interpret findings, and make recommendations.
  • Ability to prepare documents for administrative and regulatory action.
  • Excellent research and writing skills for preparing accurate, precise, clear, and thorough reports.
  • Ability to effectively interact and orally communicate with parties with diverse levels of environmental expertise particularly for purposes of meetings, hearings, and negotiating critically sensitive issues.
  • Ability to interpret and apply legal terminology and practices, and the ability to apply these in a variety of conditions and situations.
  • Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Job Field:
Fisheries
Water and Soil Resources
Policy/Administrative
Job Type:
Full Time
Location Detail:
2525 N Shadeland Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46219
Salary:
$53,222
Job Benefits:

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: 

  • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
  • Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
  • Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
  • Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
  • A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
    • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
    • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Group life insurance
  • Referral Bonus program
  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free Parking for most positions
  • Free LinkedIn Learning access
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