Water Science Jobs in Baltimore, MD (NOW HIRING)

Introduction

We encourage you to consider an exciting career with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and preserving Maryland's air, water, land resources, and safeguarding the health of all its citizens, we invite you to apply and become a part of our team.\r\nMDE is committed to a mission of protecting and restoring the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders, with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems throughout the state.\r\nClick here to learn more about MDE.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

GRADE

15\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

\r\nWetlands and Waterways Protection Program\r\nTidal Wetlands Division\r\n1800 Washington Blvd.\r\nBaltimore, MD 21230\r\n\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The main role of this position,as the lead wetland\r\nreviewer for the Tidal Wetlands Division of the Water & Science\r\nAdministration ismanaging and implementing the laws, regulations, and\r\nprograms that restore and maintain the quality of Maryland's surface waters and\r\nprotect tidal wetland habitats and waterways.The workis guided by\r\nthe Code of Maryland Regulations Title 26, Subtitle 24, Tidal Wetlands\r\nRegulations; Code of the Public General Laws of Maryland Title 16 Wetlands and\r\nRiparian Rights and the Water Quality Certification requirements of the Water\r\nQuality Regulations.\r\nThe incumbent in this position\r\nwill be required to drive a State vehicle.\r\nDriver's License:A valid driver's license with no more than\r\nfive points is required to operate a State vehicle.\r\nOut-of-State Licenses:If you hold an out-of-state license, you must\r\nprovide a certified copy of your driving record from the appropriate Motor\r\nVehicle Administration at the time of appointment.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

The key responsibilities include, but not limited to:\r\nReviewing regulated activities impacting jurisdictional wetlands, regulated critical area buffers, and water quality certifications.\r\nAdministering the Army Corps of Engineers Maryland State Programmatic General Permit.\r\nRendering permit decisions and representing the Department in various forums.\r\nMaking recommendations on program development and planning projects.\r\nEducating and coordinating with the public and other government agencies.\r\nAssisting in the development and implementation of policies related to the regulation, management, and restoration of tidal wetlands and the Water Quality Certification program.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must satisfy the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position and move forward in the hiring process. Please read all requirements before applying.\r\nEducation: A Bachelor's degree from an\r\naccredited college or university in an environmental science or natural\r\nresources planning, management or development.\r\nExperience: One year of experience in natural\r\nresources planning or applied environmental science.\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's\r\ndegree from an accredited college or university in urban or regional\r\nplanning, engineering, physical geography, or the physical, chemical,\r\nbiological sciences and one year of experience in natural resources planning or\r\napplied environmental science for the required education.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's\r\ndegree from an accredited college or university in natural resources planning,\r\nmanagement, administration, development, environmental, urban or regional\r\nplanning; resources economics or development; environmental\r\nsystem management; water or land resources planning and management;\r\nenvironmental landscape architecture; or the physical, biological,\r\nchemical or environmental sciences for the required experience.\r\n\r\n\r\n3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces\r\nmilitary service experience as a commissioned officer in the general\r\nnatural resources management and biological sciences classifications or general\r\nnatural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes in the\r\ngeneral natural resources management and biological sciences field of work on a\r\nyear-for-year basis for the required experience and education.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Please note that your answers to the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.\r\nIt is preferred that the selected candidate has the\r\nfollowing:\r\nExperience in applied wetlands or waterway regulations;\r\nExperience with water resource regulation, other than\r\nwetlands;\r\nExperience using Geographical Information System (GIS) for\r\nwater or natural resources management;\r\nExperience with reviewing and evaluating environmental\r\npermits;\r\nExperience providing customer service in a professional\r\noffice setting.\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

NOT APPLICABLE. \r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider the information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\nApplication must be completed. Do not leave work experience section blank.Do not cut and paste resume or answer see resume. All supplemental questions must be answered thoroughly. Incomplete or one-word answers, such as 'yes, ' will result in no credit for those responses.\r\nFor education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.\r\nYou must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.\r\n

BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:\r\nFlexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions\r\nFree mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis\r\nGenerous paid leave that increases with years of service\r\nPaid holidays\r\nHealth coverage with low out-of-pocket costs\r\nEmployee & employer contributory pension plan\r\n\r\n\r\nClick on the link below for more information.\r\nSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\n\r\nIt is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit the State paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to Olivia.Sterrett@maryland.gov or mail to:\r\n\r\nMaryland Department of the Environment\r\nOHR - Recruitment and Examination Division\r\n1800 Washington Blvd.\r\nBaltimore MD 21230\r\nTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\n\r\n\r\nResumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Olivia Sterrett at 410-537-3105. If you have difficulties submitting your online application, please contact the Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.\r\n\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n