Environmental Scientist
4 days ago
We are seeking a highly skilled Environmental Scientist to join our team at the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago. As a key member of our staff, you will be responsible for carrying out and supervising applied research projects related to wastewater treatment processes and environmental monitoring activities.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct complex research assignments on new technologies related to wastewater, sludge processing, biosolids management, and water quality improvements.
- Manage programs/projects as a team leader, supervise technical staff, develop work plans, and advise on the proper conduct of studies.
- Oversee environmental monitoring activities related to the District's operations, including biosolids, aquatic ecology, surface water and groundwater quality, and wastewater microbiology.
- Prepare interim and final reports on research projects and monitoring programs, as well as technical manuscripts for publication.
- Review and prepare comments on technical documents from other District departments or regulatory agencies.
- Assist in the preparation of position papers related to District activities.
- Collaborate with other departments to solve problems related to the District's water reclamation plants.
- Supervise and review the work of professional, technical, and support personnel engaged in research and related activities.
To be successful in this role, you will need a master's degree in a relevant field, such as water resources sciences, environmental engineering, environmental sciences, microbiology, bacteriology, biology, soil science, or agronomy. You will also need at least 10 years of experience in the fields of wastewater and sludge treatment technologies, biosolids management, analytical microbiology, or water quality monitoring, including at least one year at a supervisory level.
Desirable Skills and Abilities- Thorough knowledge of project and program management.
- Thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques for planning and executing applied research and environmental monitoring projects.
- Considerable knowledge of statistical techniques used in project planning and analyzing data.
- Ability to supervise and coordinate the work of professional, technical, and support personnel engaged in research and related activities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
This position may involve exposure to a variety of chemical and biological materials, some of which may be hazardous or toxic. May involve exposure to fumes and noxious odors.
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