Geologist 3 (20046673) - Hybrid

Most positions offer the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule that combines working from home with regular in-office and/or field work.  In-person work requirements may change for training, meetings, and other operational needs.

What We Need:

Ohio EPA Geologist 3

What We Do:

At the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, our primary goal is to protect the environment and public health. We do this by ensuring compliance with federal and state environmental laws.

What We Need You To Do:

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency wants you to be our newest geologist in our Division of Materials and Waste Management at our Southeast District Office in Hocking County.

So glad you stopped by.

As geologist, you will work independently to review, evaluate, and prepare comments on ground water projects and hydrogeologic reports pertaining to existing and proposed Division of Materials and Waste Management (DMWM) facilities and sites for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.

You will perform ground water sampling and site inspections, as assigned, to evaluate compliance with Ohio’s solid waste and construction and demolition debris laws and regulations, while also performing ground water inspections at solid waste and construction and demolition facilities and conduct complaint investigations to evaluate compliance with state regulations and approved permits in adherence with Agency and division policies and procedures.

As geologist, you will participate on Agency and division technical workgroups, as well as enforcement cases as a technical expert. You will provide technical assistance to boards of health, municipal officials, county commissioners, township trustees, engineers, and others regarding solid, construction and demolition debris, scrap tire and infectious waste management.  

Let’s hit those high points.

• Work independently to review technical reports, evaluate and prepare comments on ground water projects and hydrogeologic reports pertaining to existing and proposed Division of Materials and Waste Management facilities and sites for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Make recommendations to ensure adequate ground water protection and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Prepare technical documents concerning hydrogeologic conditions of disposal facilities and sites concerning protection of ground water quality. 
• Perform ground water sampling and site inspections to evaluate compliance with Ohio’s solid waste and construction demolition debris laws and regulations.
• Plan and develop strategies for brining about compliance including the development of enforcement referrals.
• Provide technical assistance to boards of health, municipal officials, county commissioners, township trustees, engineers, and others regarding solid, construction and demolition debris, scrap tire, and infectious waste managements.
   

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What’s In It For You:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. 

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave 
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The  State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees.  The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement.  The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary.  Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.