Geology Trainee/Geologist Associate/Professional Environmental Geologist (212719)
Job Title: Geology Trainee/Geology Associate/Professional Environmental Geologist
Job ID: 212719
Location: Shawnee County
Job Posting Closes: May 7, 2024
Kansas Department of Health and Environment:
Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State’s Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans.
About the Position
- Who can apply: Anyone (External)
- Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
- Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)
- Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
- Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Compensation:
Pay Range:
- Geology Trainee - $23.86 per hour
- Geology Associate - $26.30 per hour
- Professional Environmental Geologist - $63,401.52 annually
* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Employment Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
- Sick & Vacation leave
- Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
- Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
- Fitness Centers in select locations
- Employee discounts with the STAR Program
- Retirement and deferred compensation programs
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…
Position Summary & Responsibilities
This position (K0237025 & K0207453)
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has two Geology Trainee/Geology Associate/Professional Environmental Geologist openings in Topeka. These positions will be in the Federal Facilities Unit at KDHE. The Federal Facilities Unit is within the Bureau of Environmental Remediation and specializes in supervising and facilitating the cleanup of contaminated sites associated with activities of the federal government. We oversee active military installations within Kansas, as well as Formerly Used Defense Sites (FUDS) across the state. The Geology Series position acts as a project manager for assigned sites, and is tasked with reviewing technical reports, conducting field oversight on a quarterly basis, upkeeping the administrative record, and partnering with other Federal and State Agencies.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Serves as KDHE project manager for environmentally contaminated sites or other assigned projects that are variously complex in nature within the Federal Facilities Program. Projects are part of Federal Facilities and Formerly Used Defense Sites (FUDS). Reviews and evaluates technical work plans, proposals and reports for completeness, accuracy, and technical adequacy. Includes analysis and interpretation of environmental and other technical data to identify and develop solutions to project-specific environmental problems. Evaluates investigative, monitoring, and general remedial progress to ensure projects are completed within a time frame deemed adequate by KDHE, established by State or Federal law, and established through Department of Defense and Site Memorandum of Agreement (DSMOA). Interacts with consultants and the public to review, present and negotiate all aspects of project management. Coordinates project management with other applicable bureaus and programs within the agency and other governmental or regulatory entities. Communicates all aspects of project specific management with the Unit Manager. Communication with the Section Chief and Bureau Director may also be required as appropriate. The employee may be temporarily assigned to assist other programs or projects in completing other duties.
Reviews and/or evaluates groundwater, soil, sediment, and/or surface water quality sampling programs to assure field procedures and other requirements are effectively performed in accordance with the approved Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) including project-specific field sampling plan, QAPP, quality management plans, work plan, and applicable state and federal guidance and policies. Follows all appropriate agency/bureau/section/state/federal program guidance, policies, and procedures. Performs site visits for the purpose of oversight of inspections, field investigations and remediation. Periodically collects split samples for verification of cleanup standards and/or provides oversight of field investigative activities (drilling, sampling, trenching, building demolition, etc.).
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Earth Science, Geoscience, or other related field.
Licensing & Certification:
- Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.
Minimum Qualifications:
Geology Trainee
- Bachelor's degree in geology/hydrogeology/earth science/geoscience or another related field.
- Within 6 months of hire, incumbent must pass a physical which certifies the individual can work in the necessary protective gear.
Incumbent is required to work towards professional geology licensure ultimately maintaining a professional geology license while in this position.
Geology Associate
- Bachelor's degree in geology/hydrogeology/earth science/geoscience or another related field.
- Within 6 months of hire, incumbent must pass a physical which certifies the individual can work in the necessary protective gear.
Incumbent is required to work towards professional geology licensure ultimately maintaining a professional geology license while in this position. - Valid Intern Geologist certificate recognized by the Kansas Board of Technical Professions.
Professional Environmental Geologist
- Bachelor's degree in geology/hydrogeology/earth science/geoscience or another related field.
- Within 6 months of hire, incumbent must pass a physical which certifies the individual can work in the necessary protective gear.
- Incumbent is required to work towards professional geology licensure ultimately maintaining a professional geology license while in this position.
- Valid Professional Geologist license recognized by the Kansas Board of Technical Professions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Geology/hydrogeology/earth science/geoscience or other geology field.
- Experience with Superfund (CERCLA) and/or RCRA Programs.
- Sampling and logging experience.
- Manage projects and data evaluation.
- ArcGIS mapping.
- Ability to use personal protective equipment.
- Proofreading, editing, attention to detail.
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
- Must pass a physical which certifies the individual can work in the necessary personal protective equipment. Job does require physical activities involved with the essential functions of the job.
Recruiter Contact Information
- Name: Ashley Webb
- Email: Ashley.webb@ks.gov
- Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612
- Please include the Job ID number when emailing.