WATER QUALITY ANALYST Posting Begin Date: 2025/01/06 Posting End Date: 2025/01/20 Category: Environmental Services Sub Category: Natural Resources Work Type: Full Time Location: Twin Falls, ID, United States Minimum Salary: 29.75 Maximum Salary: 33.71 Pay Rate Type: Hourly Description State of Idaho Opportunity Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM Mountain Time on the posting end date. Important Guidelines: Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meetthe MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS listed in the job announcement. Selection Process: Resumes will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this announcement. A select number of candidates who have demonstrated that they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position and have the most relevant qualifications may be given the opportunity to be interviewed. State of Idaho Employees: When searching for a new career within the state, browse and apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State External Career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new job. Internal candidates should always use Luma Opportunities. This positionmaybe eligible for hybrid telecommuting in accordance with the Statewide Telecommuting Policy (https://dhr.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/TelecommutingResources/Section7\_Telecommuting\_Policy.pdf) . Telecommuting may be subject to successful completion of probation. This position will require a medical surveillance baseline exam. Position: The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring a Water Quality Analyst, Analyst 3 for the Twin Falls Regional Office. Salary Range: $29.75 - $33.71 Responsibilities: · TMDL/5-Year Reviews: - Project lead for project planning and monitoring TMDL/5-year reviews. - Write reports and analyze water quality data. - Act as the water quality improvement project coordinator. - Communicate with stakeholders and conduct project follow up. · Non-Point Source Management Program: - Perform project acquisition and grant writing. - Communication and follow up on grant applications. · Public Outreach: - Liaise with the Wood River Watershed Advisory Group (WAG) for DEQ. - Liaise with the Upper Snake Basin Advisory Group (BAG) for DEQ. - Conduct community outreach - Hold responsibility for meetings, ensuring bylaws are met, working with advisory groups, and communications with WAGs and BAGs. · Other activities assigned: - Investigate water quality complaints. - Monitor harmful algal bloom (HABs). - Train new and temporary employees and conduct cross trainings for beneficial use recon monitoring, electrofishing, boat work, HABs monitoring, andEscherichia Colimonitoring. - Calibrate equipment. - Perform other duties as assigned by Regional Water Quality Manager. Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a bachelor's degree in the physical or biological sciences, political science, business or public administration, engineering, or related natural resources management fieldORany combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a typical four (4) year bachelor's degree. For example: Successful completion of sixty (60) semester hours of study, including twenty four (24) semester hours in a subject required for the specific discipline, is equivalent to two (2) years of undergraduate education; and/or experience performing routine duties in completing multiple tasks such as policy research, data collection, interpretation, analysis and preparation of reports and written documents for at least two (2) years can substitute for one (1) year of college. AND At least four (4) years' experience managing and implementing, projects or component(s) of programs that are environmental, regulatory, or administrative in nature, where you were required to routinely perform program or project planning; provide technical assistance to staff, special interest groups and the public; and provide policy and/or regulatory interpretation and/or development. OR Possession of a master's degree in any of the above fieldsAND   at least two (2) years' professional experience managing and implementing, or overseeing projects or component(s) of programs that are environmental in nature, where you were required to routinely perform program or project planning; provide technical assistance to staff, special interest groups and the public; and provide policy and/or regulatory interpretation and/or development. Physical Requirements: • Ability to sit and work on a computer for 2-4 hours at a time. • Ability to bend and reach for filing purposes. • Some periods of heavy reading and typing are required. • Ability to lift 30 pounds when working with file boxes. • Ability to climb ladders, staircases, work on uneven terrain. • Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds over rough terrain. • Ability to work in adverse or inclement weather. • Ability to work in extreme hot or cold temperatures both outside and inside. • Ability to work on elevated instrument platforms, ladders, etc. • Field sites may involve working near and with drilling rigs, backhoes, trucks and other large equipment in rough terrain. • Must be able to swim and perform field monitoring work without on-site assistance or supervision • May work in the vicinity of loud noise. • May come into contact with hazardous waste/materials. • Eyesight needs to be 20/20 (as corrected) to observe field compliance Other: • May be required to travel and stay overnight in remote areas • Must have a valid driver's license Benefits: The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html. EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. About Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ): DEQ is a state department created by the Idaho Environmental Protection and Health Act to ensure clean air, water, and land in the state and protect Idaho citizens from the adverse health impacts of pollution. As a regulatory agency, DEQ enforces various state environmental regulations and administers a number of federal environmental protection laws including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. The agency is committed to working in partnership with local communities, businesses, and citizens to identify and implement cost-effective environmental solutions. The Department of Environmental Quality may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.     To protect human health and the quality of Idaho's air, land, and water. www.deq.idaho.gov If you have questions, please contact us at: Email: [email protected] Phone: (208) 373-0333