Permit Writer, Department of Ecology, Shoreline, WA

The Water Resources (WR) Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Permit Writer (Hydrogeologist 3) (In-Training) position. This position is located in our Northwest Region Office (NWRO) Located in Shoreline, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

In this role, you will learn Washington State’s water code and associated case law, and will be exposed to the technical aspects of investigating water rights applications, and will be able to observe and participate in the management of the state’s resources. You will provide hydrogeologic analysis and technical assistance related to water resource management and water rights processing, and will make decisions on water rights applications. You will develop in-depth knowledge of regional hydrogeology and hydrogeologic principles related to water availability and environmental impacts due to withdrawal and use of water. Gaining knowledge of water resources science and the state’s legal framework will allow effective communication and technical consultation with other agencies, tribes, businesses, interest groups, and local governments regarding very complex issues

For more information and to apply, follow this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/3676072/permit-writer-hydrogeologist-3-in-training

Senior Geologist (Hydrogeologist 4) Northwest Regional Office (NWRO)

The Toxics Cleanup Program (TCP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Senior Geologist (Hydrogeologist 4) position. This position will be based in our Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) located in Shoreline, WA.

In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing and evaluating the cleanup of contaminated sites by overseeing the investigation of site geology as a site leader or a technical expert to other site cleanup teams. You will provide expert opinions and direction to improve plans, provides technical assistance, guidance, oversight and approval on professional geological analysis on contaminated cleanup sites. This position will focus on cleaning up contaminated sites in favorable locations to increase the development of affordable housing to help combat gentrification and displacement that often follows cleanup activities.

Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, the initial screening date is August 9, 2022. In order to be considered for the initial screening, please submit an application on or before August 8, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.

For more information and to apply, follow this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/3655889/senior-geologist-hydrogeologist-4

HYDROGEOLOGIST 4, Department of Ecology, Union Gap, WA

The Hazardous Waste & Toxics Reduction Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Contaminated Site Clean Up Project Manager (Hydrogeologist 4) position. This position is located in our Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

Are you interested in making a difference by cleaning up some of the most contaminated sites in Washington State? This position oversees investigation and cleanup at military bases, ports, and large industries. We deal with both historic contamination and emerging contaminants like PFAS. You can develop and apply your knowledge and experience to assist our team with cleanup and hazardous waste management at these important sites.

For more information and to apply, follow this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/3666926/hydrogeologist-4