{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"84498e9ba24c4b92a2adec3e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/84498e9ba24c4b92a2adec3e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/84498e9ba24c4b92a2adec3e","title":"Environmental Engineer","description":"Pierre, SD | Agriculture and Natural Resources | Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly\n\n32.06 - 32.06 US per hour\n\nPosted 3 months ago\n\nDescription\nPLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE\n\nJob ID: 35121\nAgency: Agriculture & Natural Resources - Office of Water\nLocation: Pierre, SD\nSalary: minimum $32.06 Hourly, depending on qualifications\nPay Grade: E1\nClosing Date: Open Until Filled\n\nThis is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources, working in both field and office environments. For more information on the Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources, please visit https://danr.sd.gov/ .\n\nDANR’s Water Quality Program is looking for a talented Environmental Engineer to join our team. Engineers in the Water Quality Program assist with the implementation of the state’s Surface Water Discharge program (commonly known as the NPDES program). Persons in this position collaborate with a wide variety of industries as well as public sector entities such as municipal wastewater operations. Our engineers work with the regulated community to solve technical problems and ensure protection of the water resource. You must be willing to travel within the state to conduct inspections and collaborate with program partners; likewise, you should be willing to travel in and out of state for training, conferences and other similar events. You must have a demonstrated ability as a technically minded problem-solver. We are seeking highly motivated individuals who have a team player attitude, a strong desire to learn, and an interest in advancing their career.\n\nOur team is responsible for helping grow South Dakota by working with municipalities and industries to promote economic development in an environmentally responsible manner. Entering public service provides you opportunity to become a steward of public policy and contribute to improvements that are vital to quality of life. You will join a team of engineers and scientists who work together to protect and improve South Dakota’s water quality by regulating pollution and protecting human health and the environment.\n\nDANR offers a $2,500 hiring and retention incentive, with half paid by your second paycheck and the remainder after 15 months of service. (Note: Current state employees are not eligible). DANR supports your pursuit of a Professional Engineering license and provides ongoing professional development throughout the year. This is more than a job - it's a chance to build a meaningful career in public service.\n\nLicenses and Certifications\nMust have a degree in an engineering field (environmental, chemical, civil, mechanical, etc) from an ABET accredited college. EIT not required, but highly desired.\n\nThe Ideal Candidate Will Have\nOur ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continual learning and strong problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills. We are looking for someone who wants to serve the citizens of South Dakota by protecting and improving water quality. Only applicants that possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental, civil, geological, or related engineering field from an ABET accredited college will be considered.\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\n\nKnowledge of:\n\nprinciples and practices of environmental and civil engineering;\n\ncauses and control of pollution;\n\nstate or federal regulation such as the Clean Water Act.\n\nSkill to:\n\nperform water quality/pollutant load modeling gained through academic or professional experience;\n\nuse common productivity software such as Microsoft Office as well as other advanced software such as PowerBI, ArcGIS, etc;\n\ncommunicate and coordinate with other engineers and scientists, other local, state, and federal agencies, and the public.\n\nAbility to:\n\nmake appropriate decisions by applying established engineering guidelines;\n\nconduct detailed inspections of wastewater facilities, manufacturing facilities or other similar facilities;\n\nwrite reports, analyze data, read and interpret rules and conditions;\n\nprovide effective customer service to a wide range of internal and external customers;\n\ncommunicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;\n\nwork effectively with a team of engineers and scientists to protect South Dakota’s water quality.\n\nAdditional Requirements\nTo be considered, please attach your CV/Resume.\n\nThis position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.\n\nThe State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.\n\nThe State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here. 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For more information on the Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources, please visit https://danr.sd.gov/ .\n\nDANR’s Water Quality Program is looking for a talented Environmental Engineer to join our team. Engineers in the Water Quality Program assist with the implementation of the state’s Surface Water Discharge program (commonly known as the NPDES program). Persons in this position collaborate with a wide variety of industries as well as public sector entities such as municipal wastewater operations. Our engineers work with the regulated community to solve technical problems and ensure protection of the water resource. You must be willing to travel within the state to conduct inspections and collaborate with program partners; likewise, you should be willing to travel in and out of state for training, conferences and other similar events. You must have a demonstrated ability as a technically minded problem-solver. 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This is more than a job - it's a chance to build a meaningful career in public service.\n\nLicenses and Certifications\nMust have a degree in an engineering field (environmental, chemical, civil, mechanical, etc) from an ABET accredited college. EIT not required, but highly desired.\n\nThe Ideal Candidate Will Have\nOur ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continual learning and strong problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills. We are looking for someone who wants to serve the citizens of South Dakota by protecting and improving water quality. 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