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Environmental Specialist Trainee 1, G-13
Occupation Group
Natural and Physical Sciences
Salary Information
Starting Salary
$40,507
Career Ladder Information
| Title | Grade | Hiring Rate/yr | Job Rate/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Specialist Trainee 1 | 13 | $49,363 | $63,169 |
| Environmental Specialist Trainee 2 | 14 | $52,198 | $66,634 |
| Environmental Specialist 1 | 18 | $65,001 | $82,656 |
| Environmental Specialist 2 | 23 | $84,156 | $106,454 |
| Environmental Specialist 3 | 27 | $103,784 | $127,830 |
| Environmental Specialist 4 | 64 | $120,187 | $151,674 |
All salary grades for trainees titles are non-statutory (NS) equated to the salary grade identified. These grade equations apply to the starting salaries in their respective salary schedule for the traineeship levels.
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Minimum Qualifications
You must meet the requirements below to qualify for this title.
Bachelor's or higher degree in Anthropology, Archeology, Atmospheric Science, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Biology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Planning, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Studies, Forest Biology, Forest Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Geological Engineering, Historic Preservation, Land Use Planning, or Meteorology;
OR
Bachelor's or higher degree with 30 credits hours of course work in; acoustics, air pollution, american architectural history, animal behavior, aquatic resources, archaeology, architectural history, atmospheric science, botany, chemistry, cultural resource management, dendrology, ecology, environmental preservation law, forestry, global/natural environment, historic preservation, historic preservation planning, historic preservation, historic preservation law, native american studies, public archaeology, natural resources, meteorology, silviculture, soils, wildlife biology, or zoology.
How to Apply
The November 2022 PCO Examination is closed, applications are no longer being accepted