Life Scientist/Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist - R9

Summary

This position is in Land, Chemicals & Redevelopment Division, Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) Branch, Permits Section. About Region 9: Region 9

This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.
*EPA offers work-from-home and work schedule flexibilities as described in the Benefits section.

Duties

At the entry level of this position, you will:

• Prepare or review RCRA hazardous waste, Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) waste and/or Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) coal combustion residuals (CCR) permits (issuance, reissuance, and modification) for routine treatment, storage and disposal facilities.
• Provide technical support to state, local or tribal agencies regarding well-defined technical and scientific criteria and methods; associated waste management requirements; and impacts of improper waste management.
• Resolve issues related to permit requirements and participate in the defense of permits against legal challenges with Office of Regional Counsel (ORC).
• Respond to permit inquiries.

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.

One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.