WATER QUALITY SCIENTIST
Heal the Bay is a regional environmental nonprofit group dedicated to making Santa Monica Bay and Southern California coastal waters safe and healthy for people and marine life. Progress toward the mission is achieved by effectively combining the use of science, advocacy, community outreach, and public education to create positive change in our local environment.

Position Summary:
The Water Quality Scientist must have a strong water quality and regulatory background. This position will require regular comment on water quality permits, stormwater programs and pollution controls, wastewater issues, and Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs), and represent Heal the Bay at public meetings and stakeholder groups. Must be motivated, articulate and a strong problem solver. Heal the Bay offers a casual work environment and collegial atmosphere.

Functions Include: Work on science and policy projects or programs both as an individual and as part of a team; Track specific science and policy issues at regional and state levels and ensure that deadlines are met for public comments and other products; Analyze and provide written comments on technical and policy issues related to water quality; Represent Heal the Bay’s positions at public meetings, hearings and other forums; Work closely with other HTB staff on inter-departmental projects and programs; Manage project grants; Create and maintain relationships with government staff, advocacy groups, scientific researchers and other environmental stakeholders; Participate in weekly Science and Policy department meetings.
Experience and Skills Required: Passion for Heal the Bay’s mission; Strong technical background in environmental or related sciences, advanced degree preferred; Water quality engineers, chemists and biologists encouraged to apply. Broad understanding of science, regulatory and policy issues relating to water quality and coastal resources, including the Clean Water Act, Porter Cologne Act, CZMA, Coastal Act, CEQA and NEPA; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Strong grasp of water quality protection and watershed management and restoration needs in the urban watershed context; Ability to work under pressure and deadlines and to be a team player; Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills; Ability to work independently and cooperatively with colleagues; Ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines; Occasional evening and weekend work on Heal the Bay education/environmental programs is required; Must love the ocean.

Application Information
Salary of $40-45,000 based on experience, with full benefits.
Please send a cover letter and resume by May 23, 2008 to:
Executive Assistant, Heal the Bay, 1444 9th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401; or submit online at www.healthebay.org/jobs. Heal the Bay is an equal opportunity employer and actively recruits to promote diversity in our workforce.