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Description

ICF is seeking motivated **Hydrogeologists/Hydrologists** to support an EPA contract, the Environmental Services Assistance Team (ESAT), across the country. The team performs soil, water, air, waste, and biota sampling and analysis for chemical contaminants primarily supporting Superfund site assessment, remediation, and emergency response projects but also for compliance under the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Clean Water Act. Additional support provided by the team includes field sampling and analysis, biological support, risk assessment, sample receipt and tracking, maintenance and monitoring of laboratory support equipment, chemical and supply inventory, environmental compliance activities, warehouse support, and analytical subcontracting.

Job Description

ICF is looking for passionate, dedicated **Hydrogeologists/** **Hydrologists** to join our diverse team of scientists. The Hydrogeologist/Hydrologist will work closely with other scientists, chemists, biologists, risk assessors, and project managers. The individual will perform site-specific data collection activities to support hydrogeologic characterizations at contaminated sites, including development of work plans, Sampling and Analysis Plans (SAPs), Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs), and other elements of coordination, planning, and data collection in support of site characterization and remediation activities.

_We are currently seeking candidates for the EPA Denver, CO area facility/laboratory but anticipate opportunities elsewhere in the future._

What You Will Do

+ Participate in planning activities, including meetings, conference calls, and/or site visits to support the development of project objectives, study designs, and schedules.

+ Prepare project-specific work plans, SAPs and QAPPs in adherence with relevant EPA guidance.

+ Mobilize for and conduct monitoring well sampling, soil and groundwater sampling, biota sampling (fish and benthic invertebrate), and any other applicable techniques to collect environmental samples used to assess the nature and extent of contaminants in soil and groundwater and support human health and ecological risk assessments.

+ Collect field observations and field mapping parameters.

+ Prepare ground water hydrology assessments and review analyses prepared by other parties, including evaluation of groundwater and contaminant transport, application and/or review of models to predict the fate and transport of groundwater contaminants, evaluation of surface water interactions with groundwater and the effects of implementation of clean up technologies on groundwater contamination.

+ Prepare sampling activity reports for sampling events.

+ Describe projects and interpret analyses through written and oral communication to a wide audience.

+ Manage tasks and projects, including working with other managers and a team of technical staff from multiple disciplines to complete field projects, analyses, modeling, and reporting on time and within budget.

What You Must Have

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, environmental science, or equivalent technical field.

+ 4+ years of relevant hydrogeology and hydrology experience, including field sampling at Superfund and other types of contaminated sites.

+ Knowledge of relevant national and regional EPA cleanup programs, guidance, and regulations, including the Comprehensive Environmental Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), the National Contingency Plan, the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the Clean Water Act, the Safe Drinking Water Act, and related regulations.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to accurately and effectively express results of analyses to technical and non-technical audiences, sometimes in stressful and contentious settings.

+ Team player with demonstrated task and project management skills including the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

+ Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with clients.

+ OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification.

+ Ability to obtain authorization for access to Federal facilities.

What We’d Like You to Have

+ Experience with the investigation and remediation of former mining sites and sites with emerging contaminants (e.g., Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances [PFAS]).

+ Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret and describe hydrogeologic, hydrologic, and contaminant fate and transport data, including experience conducting quantitative analyses using Microsoft Excel; experience with R, Python, AI and data visualization tools a plus.

+ Team leadership skills: Set high personal performance and quality standards and work in a team environment; view all team members as critical and treat team members with respect and professionalism; ability to collaborate and leverage team member strengths

+ Expertise and passion for science, natural resources, and resolving complex problems.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email  [email protected]  and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at  [email protected] . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

**Pay Range** - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$89,203.00 - $151,646.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)