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State of Idaho Opportunity
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM Mountain Time on the posting end date.
Important Guidelines: Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS listed in the job announcement.
Selection Process: Resumes will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this announcement. A select number of candidates who have demonstrated that they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position and have the most relevant qualifications may be given the opportunity to be interviewed.
The Department of Environmental Quality may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver’s license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.
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This position may be eligible for a moving/relocation reimbursement. Moving bonus criteria must be met in accordance with the State of Idaho Moving Policy.
This position maybe eligible for hybrid telecommuting in accordance with the Statewide Telecommuting Policy. Telecommuting may be subject to successful completion of probation.
This position will require a medical surveillance baseline exam.
Position:
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring a Senior Hazardous Waste Permit Writer – Scientist 4 for the Waste Management and Remediation Division for the State Office located in Boise.
Salary Range: $37.00-$40.00

Responsibilities:

• Implement the statewide Hazardous Waste (HW) Program as a Senior HW Permit Writer.
• Manage new permit applications, permit renewals and modifications, and corrective action and closure/post-closure activities.
• Conduct activities following the Hazardous Waste Management Act (HWMA) and the Rules and Standards for Hazardous Waste.
• Manage permits for sites, including Idaho National Laboratory, the Simplot Don Plant, and Itafos/Nue-West Industries, Inc.
• Prepare permits involving mixed (hazardous and radioactive) waste and treatment technologies.
• Evaluate waste treatment proposals addressing issues such as land disposal restriction compliance intricacies, waste acceptability at geologic repositories, state and federal inter-agency agreements, and Bevil/HWMA integration at mineral processing facilities.
• Provide regulatory analysis, evaluations, and interpretations for highly technical multimedia waste remediation and environmental clean-up.
• Provide financial assurance reviews; enforcement referrals; and HWMA applicable, relevant, and appropriate regulation reviews for other DEQ activities.

Minimum Qualifications:
Considerable knowledge of physical or biological scientific principles, methodologies, and applications:
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in the physical or biological sciences, or a related field and an additional six (6) years of professional experience designing and implementing scientific applications, investigations, studies such as chemical, physical, or biological monitoring, corrective action plans, analysis, and assessment,
OR;
Equivalent years of experience where two (2) years of applicable experience can substitute for one (1) year of college, and an additional six (6) years of related work experience, as defined above,
OR;
Possession of a Master’s degree in the sciences or related field; and an additional four (4) years of related work experience, as defined above,
OR;
Possession of a Doctor of Philosophy in the sciences or related field; and an additional two (2) years of related work experience, as defined above.
OR;
Any other equivalent combination of education and work experience as described above.
Education and experience should include scientific assessment, environmental protection and pollution control techniques, such as designing, reviewing, or implementing scientific projects, investigations remediation projects, monitoring projects; OR; Organizing and interpreting laboratory and field data; performing activities associated with pollution prevention and mitigation; and recommending and overseeing the completion of remedial actions.
Required Specialty Minimum Qualification
DEQ3116 – Hazardous Waste
Must have considerable knowledge of remediation typically gained through possession of a college degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geophysics, Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Soil Science, Chemical, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field; OR education and experience equivalent to an undergraduate degree; AND two (2) years of work experience in investigating, monitoring and remediating past contamination, evaluating fate and transport of contaminants, applying short-term and long-term control and clean-up technologies; OR possession of an unrelated college degree; AND successful completion of two (2) years of environmental college level coursework supplemented with four (4) years full-time work experience as outlined above; OR At least eight (8) years of work experience in investigating, monitoring and remediating past contamination, evaluating fate and transport of contaminants, applying short-term and long-term control and clean-up technologies, and/or interpretation and application of federal and/or state environmental rules and regulations.
DEQ 5637 – Hazardous Waste
Must have considerable knowledge of the Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste management implementation and processes typically gained through possession of a college degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geophysics, Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Soil Science, Chemical, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field; OR education and experience equivalent to an undergraduate degree; AND at least two (2) years of full‐time work experience in RCRA hazardous waste management, including regulatory analysis and interpretation, and hazardous waste characterization, remediation, treatment, storage and disposal; OR possession of an unrelated college degree; AND successful completion of two (2) years of environmental college-level coursework supplemented with four (4) years full-time work experience as outlined above.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit and work on a computer for 2-4 hours at a time.
• Ability to bend and reach for filing purposes.
• Some periods of heavy reading and typing are required.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds when working with file boxes.
• Valid driver’s license
• Some travel may be required.
• Ability to climb ladders, staircases, work on uneven terrain.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds over rough terrain.
• Ability to work in adverse or inclement weather.
• Ability to work in extreme hot or cold temperatures both outside and inside.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• Ability to work on elevated instrument platforms, ladders, etc.
• Field sites may involve working near and with drilling rigs, backhoes, trucks and other large equipment in rough terrain.
• Occasional travel required.
• May work in the vicinity of loud noise.
• May be required to travel and stay overnight in remote areas.
• May come into contact with hazardous waste/materials.
• May be required to work in radiological controlled areas - complete radiological worker training.

Optional Licensure or Certifications:
Please identify your PE#, and State of issuance if other than Idaho, on your resume
Certified Hazardous Material Manager (CHMM)
Professional Engineer (PE)
Professional Geologist (PG)
Benefits:
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
About Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):
DEQ is a state department created by the Idaho Environmental Protection and Health Act to ensure clean air, water, and land in the state and protect Idaho citizens from the adverse health impacts of pollution. As a regulatory agency, DEQ enforces various state environmental regulations and administers a number of federal environmental protection laws including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. The agency is committed to working in partnership with local communities, businesses, and citizens to identify and implement cost-effective environmental solutions.
The Department of Environmental Quality may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver’s license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.
To protect human health and the quality of
Idaho’s air, land, and water.
www.deq.idaho.gov
If you have questions, please contact us at:
Email: recruitment@deq.idaho.gov
Phone: (208) 373-0333

• Implement the statewide Hazardous Waste (HW) Program as a Senior HW Permit Writer.
• Manage new permit applications, permit renewals and modifications, and corrective action and closure/post-closure activities.
• Conduct activities following the Hazardous Waste Management Act (HWMA) and the Rules and Standards for Hazardous Waste.
• Manage permits for sites, including Idaho National Laboratory, the Simplot Don Plant, and Itafos/Nue-West Industries, Inc.
• Prepare permits involving mixed (hazardous and radioactive) waste and treatment technologies.
• Evaluate waste treatment proposals addressing issues such as land disposal restriction compliance intricacies, waste acceptability at geologic repositories, state and federal inter-agency agreements, and Bevil/HWMA integration at mineral processing facilities.
• Provide regulatory analysis, evaluations, and interpretations for highly technical multimedia waste remediation and environmental clean-up.
• Provide financial assurance reviews; enforcement referrals; and HWMA applicable, relevant, and appropriate regulation reviews for other DEQ activities