ENGINEER INTERN APPLICANT - ENGINEER 5

About This JobThe Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality’s (LDEQ) mission is to provide service to the people of Louisiana through comprehensive environmental protection in order to promote and protect health, safety, and welfare. We’re looking for driven, solutions-oriented engineers to join the Office of Environmental Assessment within the Water Planning Division—a team dedicated to protecting Louisiana’s water resources through sound science, planning, and infrastructure investment.

As part of the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and Total Maximum Daily Loads Section, you’ll play a key role in advancing water quality initiatives that support both environmental protection and community development. Minimum QualificationsEligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate. Note: This is a temporary position to be utilized while the incumbent is securing a Louisiana Engineer Intern certificate. Permanent status shall be denied to incumbents occupying this position. Note: Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificates are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at www. lapels. com.

Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties: Job Duties and Other InformationPerforms complex mathematical modeling and engineering analysis for total maximum daily loads (TMDLs ), point source waste load allocations, non-point source load allocations, effluent mixing, or other projects, based on field observations, chemical data, hydraulic studies, regional characteristics, etc. These models are mathematical representations of the physical and chemical processes that are being simulated and range in complexity from relatively simple to very complex models.

Modeling for a waste load allocation involves the simulation of the hydrology and the chemistry/biology of the receiving water so that the impact of a pollutant discharge can be calculated. Modeling for effluent mixing involves a much more detailed model of the hydrology of a waterway than waste load allocation modeling but does not involve the chemical and biological processes of that water. TMDLs require detailed modeling of both the hydrology and the chemistry/biology characteristics of the waterbody. Point and nonpoint source issues are major factors in the preparation of TMDLs.

Prepares scientific papers documenting the results and impacts of each project. A substantial portion of time is devoted to identifying, quantifying and incorporating point and nonpoint source loads into the TMDL. Provides engineering expertise to assist the modeling team in simulating water chemistry. Coordinates survey planning activities in support of TMDL development with the Water Surveys Section. Provides engineering assistance with field survey planning. Assist in determining the types of data to be collected, collection methodology to be used, quality control protocols to be followed, and other field studies to be performed by the Surveys Section.

Provide logistical information as needed to the Survey Coordinator. Participate in the reconnaissance survey. Provides an engineering review of the technical reports produced by the Section, regulated facilities, and contractors and recommend approval for submission to EPA or distribution within DEQ. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment, job appointment (a temporary appointment not to exceed four years), or promotion of permanent classified employee. If the position is filled as a job appointment, it could be converted to a probational appointment should funding become availableDomicile: East Baton RougeCareer Progression:

Engineer Intern Applicant - Engineer 5, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant. Compensation: This position offers a Special Entrance Rate (SER) listed below. This is the minimum compensation that may be offered. The job title and salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Engineer Intern 1- $26. 44 per hourEngineer Intern 2- $28. 29 per hourEngineer 3- $33. 39 per hourEngineer 4- $36. 90 per hourEngineer 5- $39. 48 per hourOverview of the five major offices within the agency: It provides information on the mission, function, and organization, along with a biography for each member of management.

Office of the Secretary Office of Management and FinanceOffice of Environmental ServicesOffice of Environmental ComplianceOffice of Environmental AssessmentLouisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer. How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i. e. , relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Sarah McFarlandHuman ResourcesLA Department of Environmental QualityP. O.

Box 4303Baton Rouge, LA 70821225-219-3850Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https: //info. groupbenefits.

org/Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found at https: //www. civilservice. louisiana. gov/Parental-Leave/Default. aspxHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

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net), among others01Do you possess a current Louisiana Professional Engineer Intern Certificate issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Surveying Board (LAPELS)?YesNo02If you answered 'Yes' to the above question, what is the state that issued your certificate, your certificate number, and the date of issuance of your certificate? if you answered 'No', enter N/A03Do you possess a current license to practice Professional Engineering (PE), issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board (LAPELS) or any other state's professional engineering licensing board?YesNo04If you answered 'Yes' to the above question, what is the state that issued your certificate, your certificate number, and the date of issuance of your certificate? if you answered 'No', enter N/A05Please tell us about your experience with Total Maximum Daily Load or other water quality modeling? Required Question