Environmental Specialist 2

Who We Are We’re the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, a regulatory organization that’s committed to protecting the environment and public health by ensuring compliance with federal and state laws. (We do this through some innovative, interesting, and fun work!) What we’re looking for: Environmental Specialist 2 Where we need you: Ohio EPA wants you to serve in this role within the Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization (DERR) at our Groveport Field Office. Why we need you: We’re looking for a highly motivated professional who thrives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment to assist DERR with implementing meaningful environmental improvements across the state. What You'll Do The DERR Sampling Team supports state-led and U.S. EPA site investigations, assisting with the identification of environmental receptors and evaluation of contamination across various media. You will conduct air monitoring activities, collect samples, prepare field reports, and participate in environmental assessments at the U.S. DOE Portsmouth facility. You will prepare and review sampling plans, health and safety plans, technical site investigation reports, and site figures using GIS software. You will assist with the decommissioning of monitoring wells and soil gas probes, audit field sampling procedures, and help ensure compliance with Superfund QAPP and federal and state guidelines. You will also maintain sampling supplies, assist in the development and periodic update of technical guidance documents, and provide technical support to agency personnel. You’re going to be part of a great team that requires strong teamwork skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adhere to strict safety and quality standards during field and office activities. Let’s recap: - Provide technical assistance, maintain sampling supplies, and contribute to the development and updating of environmental guidance documents. - Assist in the use of GIS and survey tools to create site maps, figures, and conduct site surveys. - Prepare and review technical documents. - Conduct environmental site investigations, including air monitoring, sample collection, and field reporting for state and federal agencies. If you’re energized by meaningful work, enjoy problem-solving, and want to support Ohio EPA’s environmental mission, this role is for you! Additional Information THIS POSITION REQUIRES THE EMPLOYEE TO WEAR PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND MAY REQUIRE PARTICIPATION IN OHIO EPA MEDICAL MONITORING PROGRAM. SOME OF THE ABOVE DUTIES, EITHER BY THEIR NATUREOR LOCATION, WILLPLACE THE INDIVIDUAL IN A SITUATION FOR WHICH THERE IS PROBABILITY OF AN INCIDENT INVOLVING PERSONAL INJURY AND SUCH ACTIVITY IS NOT COMMON TO THE DUTIES OF THIS CLASSIFICATION. THE DEGREE OF HAZARD COULD BE UNUSUAL, CONSIDERABLE OR EXCEPTIONAL.