Job Description
Qualifications
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the physical, natural resource or life sciences, engineering or closely related field; OR graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of technical environmental experience which involved assisting in environmental program research and planning; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
Special Requirements A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment
The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process
Benefits
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
Responsibilities
Environmental Scientists perform program research, planning and development, permitting, compliance monitoring, inspections/enforcement, and technical support services in relation to air, water, waste, federal facilities, corrective action, mining, biology and other environmental programs
Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation
The Environmental Scientist (ES) will perform program research, planning and development, compliance monitoring, inspections/enforcement, and technical and project management support services for both the Superfund and the Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Branches of BCA
The ES will make use of general and specific knowledge, skills and abilities with field sampling equipment and technologies
Both branches will rely on the ES's strong organizational skills and ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively verbally and in writing with other BCA staff, other agencies, the regulated community, private property owners, stakeholders, and the public
This position involves making consistent, defensible, and timely decisions using sound judgement skills
This ES will review remedial design plans and oversee remedial actions at various sites throughout Nevada
This position also functions as data management and database support
Job description
Announcement Number: 48875 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 0+/17/2026 Close Date: 0+/24/2026 Recruiter:
SUSAN ASHLEY
Phone: (775)684-0132
Email: [email protected] Applications accepted for another 2 Days 18 Hrs 48 Mins
The Position
Environmental Scientists perform program research, planning and development, permitting, compliance monitoring, inspections/enforcement, and technical support services in relation to air, water, waste, federal facilities, corrective action, mining, biology and other environmental programs.
Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation.
The Environmental Scientist (ES) will perform program research, planning and development, compliance monitoring, inspections/enforcement, and technical and project management support services for both the Superfund and the Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Branches of BCA. This recruitment is an underfill for an environmental scientist 3 position. The ES will make use of general and specific knowledge, skills and abilities with field sampling equipment and technologies. Both branches will rely on the ES's strong organizational skills and ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively verbally and in writing with other BCA staff, other agencies, the regulated community, private property owners, stakeholders, and the public. This position involves making consistent, defensible, and timely decisions using sound judgement skills. This ES will review remedial design plans and oversee remedial actions at various sites throughout Nevada. This position also functions as data management and database support. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
To see full Class Specifications visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/10/10-545spc(10).pdf
To Qualify
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Qualifications
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the physical, natural resource or life sciences, engineering or closely related field; OR graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of technical environmental experience which involved assisting in environmental program research and planning; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Requirements A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
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Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 8+701-4204
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the physical, natural resource or life sciences, engineering or closely related field; OR graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of technical environmental experience which involved assisting in environmental program research and planning; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
Special Requirements A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment
The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process
Benefits
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
Responsibilities
Environmental Scientists perform program research, planning and development, permitting, compliance monitoring, inspections/enforcement, and technical support services in relation to air, water, waste, federal facilities, corrective action, mining, biology and other environmental programs
Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation
The Environmental Scientist (ES) will perform program research, planning and development, compliance monitoring, inspections/enforcement, and technical and project management support services for both the Superfund and the Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Branches of BCA
The ES will make use of general and specific knowledge, skills and abilities with field sampling equipment and technologies
Both branches will rely on the ES's strong organizational skills and ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively verbally and in writing with other BCA staff, other agencies, the regulated community, private property owners, stakeholders, and the public
This position involves making consistent, defensible, and timely decisions using sound judgement skills
This ES will review remedial design plans and oversee remedial actions at various sites throughout Nevada
This position also functions as data management and database support
Job description
Announcement Number: 48875 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 0+/17/2026 Close Date: 0+/24/2026 Recruiter:
SUSAN ASHLEY
Phone: (775)684-0132
Email: [email protected] Applications accepted for another 2 Days 18 Hrs 48 Mins
The Position
Environmental Scientists perform program research, planning and development, permitting, compliance monitoring, inspections/enforcement, and technical support services in relation to air, water, waste, federal facilities, corrective action, mining, biology and other environmental programs.
Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation.
The Environmental Scientist (ES) will perform program research, planning and development, compliance monitoring, inspections/enforcement, and technical and project management support services for both the Superfund and the Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Branches of BCA. This recruitment is an underfill for an environmental scientist 3 position. The ES will make use of general and specific knowledge, skills and abilities with field sampling equipment and technologies. Both branches will rely on the ES's strong organizational skills and ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively verbally and in writing with other BCA staff, other agencies, the regulated community, private property owners, stakeholders, and the public. This position involves making consistent, defensible, and timely decisions using sound judgement skills. This ES will review remedial design plans and oversee remedial actions at various sites throughout Nevada. This position also functions as data management and database support. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
To see full Class Specifications visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/10/10-545spc(10).pdf
To Qualify
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Qualifications
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the physical, natural resource or life sciences, engineering or closely related field; OR graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of technical environmental experience which involved assisting in environmental program research and planning; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Requirements A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here:
Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 8+701-4204
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST 1 | Underfill position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Genoa offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.
