Geologist- R7
Summary
This position is in Region 7, Laboratory Services and Applied Science Division, Applied Science Branch. About Region 7
This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis. Partial work-from-home flexibilities may be authorized.
Duties
One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.
At the entry level of this position, you will:
-Advise project management on proper scopes of work for site investigations and environmental and geological studies.
-Participate in a variety of meetings and fosters working relationships among the parties involved concerning the course of action and decisions concerning superfund and RCRA sites.
-Provide technical input on vapor intrusion studies/investigations.
- Advise on technical hydrogeologic issues for non enforcement negotiations with Potentially Responsible Parties (PRPs) to ensure that the Agency's mission is not compromised;
-Study to keep abreast of technical advancements and state-of-the-art research in appropriate discipline areas.
When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level.
You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements.
One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.