Environmental Monitoring Officer - 5891
2
South East
Wallingford
Red Kite House
Staff Grade 3
Fixed Term
Full Time
Analytical
£22,211 (pro-rata)
We are looking for an Environmental Monitoring Officer based in the Analysis and Reporting Team. The successful applicant will assist in the delivery of our environmental monitoring and investigation programmes. The role will be laboratory based carrying out invertebrate identification and analysis, but the applicant will also be expected to undertake some field work. The post is currently fixed term but has the potential to be extended or become permanent.
The team comprises officers skilled in monitoring field-work, plant and invertebrate ID and data analysis. The team assesses these monitoring data, turning it into evidence to inform the wider business, underpinning environmental improvements largely through our work with the Water Framework Directive.
We are seeking candidates with practical experience and knowledge in freshwater ecology. Taxonomic skills in the sorting and identification of freshwater invertebrate samples is highly desirable as is the ability to analyse ecological dataset. Wider knowledge of water chemistry would also be desirable. Other requirements include good communication skills, ability to problem solve, a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
Closing Date: 31st July 2017 at 23:55 hours
The role is based at Red Kite House, Wallingford, Oxfordshire. The post requires a full driving licence. For further details please contact Tim Johns 02030259774
The role is based at Red Kite House, Wallingford, Oxfordshire. The post requires a full driving licence. For further details please contact Tim Johns 02030259774
31/07/2017, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
31/03/18
Data and Information Management
Demonstrate your awareness and understanding of how data quality and management are fundamental to providing robust evidence.
Achieves Results
Demonstrate you deliver high work standards and meet targets. Explain how you have prioritised and organised tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results
Scientific Knowledge
Demonstrate how you have applied your scientific knowledge to analyse and interpret relevant dataset to help find solutions to ecological problems.
Driving licence
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.