4120924 ENV PRG ASST/ANLST
Jefferson City, MO
Environmental and Natural Resources
Department of Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Quality
Scheduled Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Minimum salary: 43656.00
Maximum salary: 53352.00
Salary: $1,819 – $2,223 semi-monthly *Salary may be based of education and/or experience
Job Location: This position is with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Division of Environmental Quality, Water Protection Program, and will be located at 1101 Riverside Drive, Jefferson City, Mo 65101.
Why you’ll love this position:
Help restore and protect Missouri’s streams and lakes by developing pollution reduction plans called total maximum daily loads (TMDLs). You’ll work with a team of scientists and engineers to gather data and information to design strategies to reduce pollution. This work can have a tangible impact on improving the health of aquatic ecosystems, protecting public health, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
What you’ll do:
- Use water quality models to set pollution reduction goals and targets
- Perform simple statistical analyses and prepare technical documents to ensure regulatory compliance
- Meet with or provide presentations to stakeholders and the public about restoration approaches
All you need for success:
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or technology, biology, ecology, natural resource management, or a closely related field, and 0 – 1 year of relevant experience.
(Additional education or experience may substitute for the required education or experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to learn and use new software and tools, such as GIS and modeling software
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
More reasons to love this position:
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
If you have questions about this position please contact:
Mike Kruse, 573-522-4901 or Michael.Kruse@dnr.mo.gov
or
Aarick Roberto (DNR Recruiter), 573-522-1503 or Aarick.Roberto@dnr.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
