• Job Description

  Req#: 1790

  ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION COMMISSION

  Environmental Scientist I - Waste Division (Petroleum Cleanup Section)

  $21.07 - $32.80 Hourly
  $43,825.60 - $68,224.00 Yearly
  

  JOB OVERVIEW

  Performs entry level professional and technical duties in an environmental laboratory or in the field.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  Bachelor's degree in a Natural Science; and Possession of a valid Driver's License.

  Or

  An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted below.

  CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of our customers and provide the highest standards of service.

  • Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.

  • Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations.

  • Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

  JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

  • Working knowledge of laboratory analysis methods and procedures.

  • Working knowledge of environmental pollutants sampling and testing.

  • Working knowledge of Federal, State, and local environmental control and mitigation laws and regulations.

  • Skill in the use and operation of laboratory equipment.

  • Ability to use a computer and related software.

  • Ability to conduct and interpret chemical laboratory test results.

  • Ability to use and maintain laboratory equipment.

  • Ability to work effectively with others.

  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

  
  REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

  Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below.

  • Conducts or supervises laboratory tests using chemical, physical, microbiological, chromatographic, atomic absorption and colorimetric analyses of substances to determine if pollutants are harmful.
  • Conducts independent chemical, microbiological, and biological research, experiments and comprehensive evaluation studies to determine the effects of potential and existing environmental contamination.
  • Develops new and improved laboratory procedures.
  • Reviews permit applications, field reviews and wetland delineations, plants, complaints and investigations submitted by subordinates and clients.
  • Uses aerial photographs for assessing site guidance, ditching patterns, continuity of systems, extent of watersheds, and adjacent land use.
  • Samples water taken from water bodies and tributaries to determine quality and habitat information.
  • May operate self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA) equipment or boats.
  • Prepares and submits detailed reports of activities.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

  
  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds.
  • Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.

  This classification description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of the duties associated with a particular position. Management may require incumbents to perform job duties other than those contained in this document at any time.

  EPC is an alcohol and drug-free work environment. Employees may be required to take drug and alcohol tests (e.g. - post-accident or reasonable suspicion). EPC and Hillsborough County follow the guidelines for both Federal and State laws for the testing of drugs including marijuana or the presence of THC. If an employee tests positive for THC or marijuana, the test will be considered a positive drug test even if an employee uses cannabidiol (CBD) products and/or has a medical marijuana card.

• About the company

  Hillsborough County is a county located in the west central portion of the US state of Florida.

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