Geologist I

Introduction
The Maryland Department of the Environment is charged with protecting and preserving the State's air, water, and land resources and safeguarding the environmental health of all Maryland's citizens. The Agency's mission is to protect and restore the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems in Maryland.

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If you are looking for an exciting career committed to helping the environment for all Marylanders, please apply to become part of MDE's workforce.� MDE offers competitive pay, great benefits, opportunities to telework, as well as opportunities for advancement and professional growth

• MDE offers you a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e., vacation, sick leave), state pension, and supplemental retirement options (i.e., 401k, 457b etc.). MDE headquarters facility offers free parking, a food court, and a gym.� ��
  Performance Based Opportunity�
  As part of our continuous efforts to optimize performance
  and drive success the Geologist I is eligible for an annual promotion. The
  incumbent may advance
  to a higher grade within the classification series, based on satisfactory work
  performance.�

Progressive grade levels include:
Geologist II

• Grade 16 ($57,095 - $91,742)
  Geologist III

• Grade 17 ($60,801 - $97,940)

GRADE

15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of the Environment
Water and Science Administration�
Wastewater Pollution Prevention and Reclamation Program

• Groundwater Discharge Permits Division
  1800 Washington Blvd.
  Baltimore, MD 21230

Main Purpose of Job

The Geologist I is an entry-level position and will serve
in the Groundwater Discharge Permit Division of the Water and Science
Administration.�� The incumbent in the
position will learn to process less complex industrial and municipal facilities
(individual and general) groundwater discharge permit applications, draft
permit requirements, and manage the permit project through the final decision
to issue or deny a permit.� The work may
include reviewing the project's hydrogeologic report and onsite system design,
evaluating groundwater quality requirements and treatment systems, preparing
the groundwater discharge permit, fact sheets, public notices, and written
responses to comments, meeting with applicants and interested parties,
conducting and participating in public meetings, and issuing the discharge
permits.� This work may also include
general permit development assignments and working closely with compliance
staff on issues involving violations of State groundwater regulations.
The working conditions of this position are as
follows:�

Work involves exposure to uncomfortable or unpleasant surroundings. Regular site
visits of wastewater treatment plants where unpleasant odors always exist.

Work involves exposure
to hazardous conditions which may result in injury. ��Site visits might involve exposure to
hazardous conditions and contain the potential for injury.

Work involves special
physical demands such as lifting 50 pounds or more, climbing ladders, etc.� Site visits might involve climbing ladders or
traversing somewhat rough terrain.�

Work requires the use of
protective equipment such as goggles, gloves, masks, etc.� Protective equipment such as steel-toe shoes
and hard hats may sometimes be required during site visits.

This position requires the incumbent to drive a State vehicle.� If you maintain an out-of-state driver license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record from the appropriate Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of appointment.� Individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5 points on their driving record in order to drive a State vehicle.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�� A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Geology, Environmental Geology or a related earth science.
Experience: None.
Note:�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service�experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a�commissioned officer in physical science classification or physical science specialty codes in the geology field of work on a year-for- year basis for the required education.�

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

It is preferred that the selected candidate has the
following:� � � �
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Involvement in an environmental internship, an environmental stewardship
program, community� meetings, community improvement projects, or volunteer
work in any environmental field;

Trained or experience in groundwater remediation, and or sampling or soil or groundwater;

Experience preparing environmental technical reports;�

Experience in conducting field inspections or surveys in any environmental discipline.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1.Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
2.When assigned to an environmental program at the Maryland Department of the Environment, employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete and maintain certification as specified in the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (Standards-29 CFR) 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. Information about these regulations is available in the Human Resources Office of the Maryland Department of the Environment or may be obtained at the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration Website.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1.Employees in this classification may be required to walk over rough or unstable terrain or over long distances while wearing personal protection equipment such as respiratory protection equipment.
2.Employees in this classification may be subject to ongoing medical testing in accordance with the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (Standards

• 29 CFR) 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response.
  3.Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in on a twenty-four hour basis and, therefore, will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation.� The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements of this position.� Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on the Eligible List categorized as BEST QUALIFIED.� Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.� Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.� Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable.� Please note that you will be required by the appointing agency to provide proof upon hire of all certifications, licenses, and educational and work experiences.
For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to the interview).
Completed applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.� Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.��Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year.� The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act.� You must be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to be hired in the position for which you applied.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS��(Click ctrl+link to view all benefits)
PERSONAL LEAVE - New State employees are awarded six (6) personal leave days annually (prorated based on start date)
ANNUAL LEAVE -� ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
SICK LEAVE - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
PARENTAL LEAVE - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
HOLIDAYS - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to MDE, Recruitment and Selection Division, 1800 Washington Blvd., Baltimore MD 21230. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to Peggie Jefferson at peggie.jefferson@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. Please reference #24-001028-0002.�
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Peggie Jefferson at 410-537-3879.� If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.��
This is a position-specific position for the Maryland Department of the Environment. The resulting certified eligible list will be maintained for one year. Persons interested in future vacancies within this classification must re-apply.��
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-537-3130 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.