Environmental Analyst V - Drinking Water Capacity Development - Limited Service Job Listing at State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT (Job ID 40EC5661-B2BD-4)

Description

Overview

The Public Drinking Water Program is seeking an enthusiastic candidate to join our Capacity Development Team.

 

The Capacity Development Program supports the technical, managerial and financial (TMF) capacity of existing public Community and Non Transient Non Community (NTNC) water systems. This position will work with a team of dedicated staff to provide direct assistance, outreach and education, as well as the management of grants and contracts that support capacity building initiatives.

 

This job could be for you if:

• You are passionate about drinking water and environmental justice  
• You enjoy learning new things and applying a diverse set of knowledge and skills to an everchanging set of problems and questions,
• You appreciate teamwork and are good at coordinating project work with internal and external partners,
• You are motivated and driven. You volunteer for new challenges without waiting to be asked. You take ownership of your projects and tasks and want to make a difference.

 

The Agency of Natural Resources and Drinking Water Program has an employee-friendly telework policy, requiring staff (once trained) to work from the office as little as a few days a month. The rest of the days, staff are welcome to work in the office as they wish or work from their productive home offices. The position is limited service, with funding in place until September 2027, with the potential to become long-term, and when considering salary, remember that benefits are worth ~30% of your total compensation.

 

Have an impact where you live and other similar towns in Vermont by helping water systems improve their technical, managerial and financial capacity!

 

As of July 14, 2024 the step 1 rate for pay grade 24 will be $28.16 per hour. 

Who May Apply

This position, Environmental Analyst V - Drinking Water Capacity Development - Limited Service (Job Requisition #50404), is open to all State employees and external applicants.  It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. 

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Megan.Young@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
 

Environmental Factors

Duties are largely performed in an office setting; however, some field travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation must be available. Field work may involve exposure to chemicals, gases, hazardous liquid and solid waste, and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND one (1) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.

 

OR

 

Bachelor's degree in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND two (2) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.

 

OR

 

Five (5) years or more of experience in an engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field.
 

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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