Deadline: Mon, 06/24/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: EPA Job Field: Other Job Type: Full Time Location: Georgia Location Detail: Atlanta, Georgia Job Description: Participate in field investigations and/or studies of environmental conditions in support of activities such as water quality assessments and stream/wetland restoration/management. Analyze a range of environmental protection and/or management issues pertaining to specialized areas such as water quality standards, wetlands delineation, mitigation banks, and surface mining. Assist in reviewing and evaluating permit applications and data submissions for state programs. Provide scientific, regulatory, and programmatic advice to state and local governments on matters relating to the development, execution, and monitoring of environmental protection policies, plans, and programs. Provide technical and programmatic support for one or more specialized areas, including but not limited to water quality standards, wetlands delineation, surface mining, and hydrologic alteration. When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level. You will spend 25-50% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements. One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position. Qualifications: You must be a U.S. citizen. You must submit a resume and required documents--see How to Apply section. Position has education requirements--see Qualifications/Education section. EPA and non-EPA applicants must submit transcripts/course listings. This position is designated as Moderate Risk and requires a background investigation. Unless an appropriate background investigation is already on record with the Office of Personnel Management, you must undergo a background investigation. All conditions of the pre-employment security process must be met before an official letter of employment can be issued with a report for duty date. If you are selected, you may be required to complete a one-year probationary period. You will be required to obtain (before coming on board) and maintain a valid driver’s license and must be able to operate a Government-owned or leased motor vehicle. You will be required to meet ongoing specialized safety training requirements in order to meet field safety standard Salary: $51,807 - $82,379 per year How to Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/787779300
