Environmental Scientist

Environmental Scientist

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $25.27 - $52.56 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Recruiter – Coral Ortega | caortega@utah.gov
Application Deadline – Extended from 5/29/2026 6:00 PM MDT to 6/4/2026 6:00 PM MDT 

The Department of Environmental Quality is looking to fill an Environmental Scientist position in the Hazardous Waste Cleanup Section of the Division of Waste Management & Radiation Control. This position may be filled at any of the advertised levels listed below. Salary depends on the job level offered within the series.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Manager for Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) corrective action.
• Evaluate and provide technical reviews of field investigation work plans and reports.
• Conduct field oversight.
• Evaluate and provide technical reviews of groundwater sampling and monitoring data.
• Evaluate and provide technical reviews of corrective action work plans and reports.
• Evaluate and provide technical reviews of remedial activities for closure and post closure.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3-5 years’ experience in RCRA corrective action (or equivalent programs).
• Experience with site characterization of various media (soil, groundwater, air) and multiple chemicals (organic and inorganic); sampling experience.
• Experience in selecting and evaluating of the efficacy of corrective measures and remedial alternatives.
• Experience in evaluating groundwater data and assessment, groundwater plumes, and trends.
• Experience with closure and post closure.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's of Science in science-related field (or equivalent work experience).
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER, preferred but not required.
• Professional Geologist (PG) license preferred but not required.

Job series
The selected candidate for this position may be brought in as an Environmental Scientist I with a salary range of $25.27 - $37.95 per hour, an Environmental Scientist II with a salary range of $29.73 - $44.66 per hour, or an Environmental Scientist III with a salary range of $34.98 - $52.56 per hour.

About the Role

Location –
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States



Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization. 
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals. 
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
For more information about the Department of Environmental Quality and the Division of Waste Management & Radiation Control, click here.

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.