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Job DescriptionScientist Associate
GDIT is currently seeking a {Scientist} in {Falls Church, VA} to join our team. In this role you will be a change agent through support to EPA’s Superfund site assessment program, specifically the Hazard Ranking System (HRS), the mechanism for proposing hazardous waste site to the National Priorities List (NPL). You will assist senior staff in various aspects related to: developing training, guidance and other tools for the EPA site assessment program related to the HRS; assessing sites for placement on the NPL; responding to comments on sites already proposed to the NPL.
Task and responsibilities in this role include, but are not limited to the following:
Review, comprehend and analyze environmental information/data from various sourcesRevise/update documentation based on editorial and technical reviewsOrganize and present environmental information/data in various formats Prepare written drafts for guidance documentation using existing HRS resourcesPrepare written summaries based on existing reports or conference callsAssist with tracking and reporting site-specific information Assist with organizing and coordinating webinars, training sessions, conference callsTo qualify, you must meet these basic qualifications:
Standard Education and Years of Experience required, per Job Category.Degree in sciences (e.g., environmental science, chemistry, geology) or environmental policy/law2+ years professional experience in environmental fieldExperience reviewing, analyzing or working with environmental information and/or dataProficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPointIt would be great if you also had:
Experience with EPA laws and regulations (e.g., CERCLA)Experience analyzing environmental data and preparing written summariesExperience presenting to various audiences