Job Title: P0327 - ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II (WQIF Grant Program Specialist)	Salary: 40,959 / Yearly
Location: Richmond, VA	Type: Full-Time
Zip Code: 23219

Description:

At the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), we value our employees who dedicate themselves in protecting Virginia?s natural resources. Be a part of a dynamic team where you can make a difference while enjoying all of the benefits of working in state government: competitive salary, comprehensive insurance, 12-paid holidays, vacation/personal/sick leave, membership in the Virginia state retirement system, flex schedules, tuition reimbursement, telecommuting, performance-based recognition, access to an extensive professional training program, many opportunities for advancement, and much more. So, if you enjoy working on a variety of projects with high-quality colleagues in a fostering environment, apply today!

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II (WQIF Grant Program Specialist), #P0327; Richmond, VA; Minimum Salary Starting At: $40,959 The Department of Environmental Quality?s (DEQ), Water Division?s Chesapeake Bay Program (CBP), seeks a qualified applicant to assist in implementing and administering the Water Quality Improvement Fund Point Source Grant Program. This position also provides support for contributing and completing tasks assigned to the CBP regarding nutrient reduction strategies, restoration and protection initiatives, development of information and progress reports.

Qualifications include comprehensive knowledge of wastewater treatment principals and unit operations; physical, chemical, and biological processes in aquatic environments (freshwater and estuarine); water pollution control techniques and programs. Demonstrated experience in contract/grant negotiations, project and budget management and administration; teamwork principles. Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and manage program area functions; possess excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills in a complex and technical environment; experience with personal computers, automated databases, and Microsoft Office Suite software. Degree in environmental engineering, natural and/or physical science or equivalent training/experience preferred. The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work. Excluding current DEQ employees, the selected candidate MUST pass a criminal background check.

Contact: Danna J Kiluk Phone: (804) 698-4081 Fax: (804) 698-4083
Recruit: General Public
Application Closing Date: June 6, 2008

For consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online at our website. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute submittal of the online application. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Please contact Danna Kiluk if you need assistance.

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