Aquatic Scientist I Job at Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Austin, TX

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  • Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
  • Austin, TX

Job Description



ALL CANDIDATES MUST APPLY HERE

 

Are you an Aquatic Scientist ready for a unique opportunity to grow with an environmental state agency?

Join TCEQ’s strategic and efficient Water Availability team! We bring passion and drive to carry out our mission of protecting our state’s public health and natural resources. 

 

TELEWORK

This position offers an opportunity for a hybrid work schedule with a minimum 2-day work in office.

 

YOUR FUTURE TEAM

As part of TCEQ’s Office of Water, you would contribute to ensuring clean and available water and protecting Texas’ water resources.
This position is a member of our Water Availability Division.

Do you think you are good fit for our team?

We would love to talk to you!

BENEFITS :

  • Optional 401(k) and 457 plans
  • Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSA
  • Paid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observes
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Longevity pay based on your number of years working for the state
  • Wellness Program and Activities
  • Onsite Nurse Practitioner

Job Description



HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING...
Conduct routine environmental reviews related to water rights applications in accordance with state statutes, rules, policies, and guidelines for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Perform or participate in routine special projects as directed, such as drafting drought reports, completing SB2 activities, and maintaining vehicle/equipment.
Communicate/interact with agency staff regarding water rights, environmental reviews, Texas Instream Flow Program and assigned drought-related activities. Attend meetings with the regulated community concerning statutes, rules, policies, and environmental reviews. Respond to written correspondence through established procedures.
Provide support in the resolution of contested permit applications; prepares for and attend Commission agenda meetings, alternative dispute resolution proceedings, and public hearings before an Administrative Law Judge or the Commission. Attend public meetings. Participate in preparing responses to public comments and related documents.

Qualifications



EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a natural science such as biology, zoology, wildlife/fisheries science, toxicology, environmental science, or a closely related field. These degrees must include nine semester hours in statistics, limnology, ecology, hydrology, aquatic ecology, ichthyology, benthic ecology, wildlife biology, invertebrate biology, entomology, toxicology, phycology, marine science, aquatic chemistry, aquatic pollution, or aquatic microbiology.
OR
A bachelor's degree plus two years of full-time experience in environmental activities related to the examples of work performed.

Additional Information



ALL CANDIDATES MUST APPLY HERE

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Remote job,

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