Scientific work at a basic professional level for the Department of Environmental Conservation. Duties involve the scientific review and analysis of environmental policies, programs activities, and data in a variety of department regulatory, non-regulatory, and scientific programs. Duties entail the collection and analysis of scientific data, and the preparation, execution and evaluation of scientific studies. Work at this level differs from higher level scientists in the scope of projects and level of independence and from lower level scientists in the level of expertise and breadth of knowledge required.
Work is performed under the supervision of a higher level technical or administrative superior.
Participates in field work, including project reviews, site inspections, investigations and the preparation of draft recommendations. Performs related duties as required. Some work outside of regular working hours may be required. Strong and conflicting opinions may be encountered. One year of professional experience in environmental biology, microbiology or chemistry, or ecology, soils science, geology or hydrogeology.