Job Location: This position will be located at 930 Wildwood Dr., Jefferson City, Missouri

Why you'll love this position:

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Bureau of Environmental Epidemiology, Health and Risk Assessment Program is seeking a full-time Environmental Specialist based in Jefferson City, MO. As part of the premier programs in the department, you will join a group of environmental professionals dedicated to protecting public health of Missourians. The successful candidate will have a solid foundation of scientific and technical knowledge; an ability to independently review, evaluate, and synthesize scientific literature; and have good written and verbal communication skills.

What you'll do:

• Review, evaluate, and comment on a range of documents related to potential human exposure at hazardous waste sites
• Conduct site-specific human health risk assessments
• Draft health assessments, health consultations, and other heath- and risk-related documents
• Represent the department at technical and public meetings/public availability sessions
• Other duties that may involve close collaboration with federal, state, and local agencies and other stakeholders
• Participate and engage in stakeholder workgroups with respect to regulatory and health risk related issues

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic research methods and analysis, computer information systems, and statistical software.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Physical Science, Public Health, or a closely related field. (Substitutions may be allowed.)
• This position requires statewide travel, including some overnight, and work outside of normal hours may be expected. Infrequent weekend or out-of-state travel may be required
• Ability to maintain and operate databases and an ability to perform basic queries and analysis of data.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Dennis Wambuguh, (573) 751-6430

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.