Environmental Scientist III General (Wetlands)

Responsibilities:

The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Water
Quality, seeks two Wetlands Ecologists for its statewide wetlands protection
program. Responsible for the evaluation and regulation of wetlands in the state,
including permit review and enforcement of regulations. Review and delineate
wetland boundaries. Advise landowners of state and federal permit requirements.
Coordinate with other state departments in the review of Act 250 permits
impacting wetlands. Educate a broad audience on wetland ecology and
protection.

Based in the beautiful Green Mountains in Central Vermont, Waterbury is
located near several major ski and outdoor recreation areas, and is a short drive
to the cities of Montpelier and Burlington.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, chemistry, soils science,
geology or hydrogeology.

Experience: Three years of professional experience in environmental biology,
microbiology or chemistry, or ecology, soils science, geology or hydrogeology.

OR

Education: Bachelor's degree in any biological-life or physical science.

Experience: Four years of professional experience in environmental biology,
microbiology or chemistry, or ecology, soils science, geology, or hydrogeology.

NOTE: Graduate level coursework in environmental biology, microbiology or
chemistry, or ecology, soils science, geology or hydrogeology may be substituted
for up to two years of the experience requirement on a semester for six month
basis.

OR

Experience: Two years experience as an Environmental Scientist II.

Preferred Requirements: Master's degree and field experience in wetlands.

Closing Date:

September 27, 2002

To Apply:

Please apply by a separate standard State of Vermont application to:

Vermont Department of Personnel
144 State St Drawer 20
Montpelier VT 05620-11701

Telephone: 802-828-3464
Fax: 802-828-5580
Email: recruit@per.state.vt.us
Web site: www.state.vt.us/pers/