United States
Environmental Protection
Agency
600F02004
Environmental Careers at the
National Risk Management
Research Laboratory
(NRMRL)
CAREERS
SCIENTISTS:
Biologist
Chemist
Ecotogist
Environmental
Geologist
Hydrologist
Microbiologist
Physical
Soil
Toxico legist
Economist
Computer
Specialist
ENGINEERS:
• Chemical
• Civil
• Environmental
• Mechanical
ADMINISTRATIVE:
• Administrative
Specialist
• Budget Analyst
• Environmental
Protection
Specialist (EPS)
* Office Support
• Program
Management
SUPPORT:
• Technician
About NRMRL
A Career In Risk Management
Cincinnati, Ohio, is headquarters for the National Risk Management Research
Laboratory (NRMRL). NRMRL advances the scientific understanding and the
development and application of technological solutions to prevent, control, or
remediate important environmental problems that threaten human health and the
environment.
NRMRL comprises six divisions. The Sustainable Technology Division
(Cincinnati) addresses pollution prevention issues by investigating clean processes
and products, by using systems analysis such as life cycle assessment, and by
addressing multimedia problems such as those from the mining and metal finishing
industries. The Land Remediation and Pollution Control Division (Cincinnati)
conducts research at the bench and pilot-scale level to explore innovative solutions
to land pollution
problems, at the
field level to
evaluate and
demonstrate
innovative
technologies, and
provide technical
assistance to
Superfund and
non-Superfund
contamination
problems. The
Water Supply
and Water Resources Division (Cincinnati & Edison, NJ) conducts research to
help prepare the primary and secondary regulations for drinking water and to de-
velop technologies and strategies for controlling water-borne contaminants. The
Ground Water and Ecosystems Restoration Division (Ada, OK) conducts re-
search and engages in technical assistance and technology transfer on the chemical,
physical, and biological structure and processes of the subsurface environment and
bio-geochemical interactions in that environment. The Air Pollution Prevention
and Control Division (Research Triangle Park, NC) characterizes emissions and
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develops air pollution controls and strategies for global atmospheric emissions such
as greenhouse gases and for the management of the indoor environment. The
Technology Transfer and Support Division (Cincinnati) provides technology
transfer activities, communication, and coordination of information on ORD's
science activities and research programs. Further information on NRMRL and the
divisional activities can be found at "http://www.epa.gov/ORD/NRMRL."
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Support
Engineer
Scientist
Administrative
EPA employs almost
17,500 people, with
approximately 400
working in NRMRL. The
chart illustrates the major
career groups at NRMRL.
EPA offers a compre-
hensive compensation
package. A competitive
salary combined with
a full menu of benefits
makes working for EPA
fulfilling and rewarding.
For specific information
about the career fields you
are interested in and their
qualification requirements,
visit us at www.epa.gov or
refer to the offices listed
on this page.
Joblines & Internet Addresses
For current EPA vacancies you can use the following sources:
Vacancy Line:
EPA:
NRMRL Homepage:
USAJOBS:
USAJOBS BY PHONE:
Career America Connection:
513-569-7840 (Voice)
www.epa.gov/ezhire
www.epa.gov/ORD/NRMRL
www.usajobs.opm.gov/
1-478-757-3000
478-757-3000
All applicants for federal employment receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex,
political affiliation (with authorised exceptions), sexual orientation, or any other non-meritorious factors.
U.S. citizenship is required.
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The National Risk Management Research Laboratory (NRMRL) has its
headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio, with facilities in Ada, Oklahoma; Research
Triangle Park (RTP), North Carolina; and Edison, New Jersey. The laboratory is the
principal entity within the Office of Research and Development responsible for
environmental risk management research.
About Cincinnati
Located in southern Ohio, Cincinnati boasts of being the home of
a world class zoo, museums, professional football and baseball
teams, river recreation, excellent colleges and universities, and
entertainment. The National Risk Management Research
Laboratory is housed in the beautiful Andrew W. Breidenbach
Environmental Research Center. The center offers a clean and
safe work environment.
The Andrew W. Breidenbach
Environmental Research Center
About Research Triancle Park
The Research Triangle is named for the triangle formed by three
cities and universities: Duke University at Durham, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and North Carolina
State University at Raleigh. The award-winning Environmental
Protection Agency campus in RTP incorporates hundreds of
environmentally friendly features. EPA set a clear goal for the
campus: build state-of-the-art laboratories and offices that
embody the Agency's environmental mission and save taxpayers
money.
Environmental Research Center
Research Triangle Park
About Ada. OK ...
Ada is nestled in the rolling hills of southern Oklahoma. With a
population of approximately 17,000, Ada offers all the amenities
of a much larger city, yet maintains the best features of small-
town America, providing a quality of life to its citizens few
communities can match. The Chickasaw Nation Headquarters
offices are located in Ada as well as Chickasaw Industries
(various enterprises associated with the Chickasaw Nation). The
quality of the workforce in Ada can be directly attributed to the
fine education system, that includes East Central University.
The Robert S. Kerr
Environmental Research Center
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Benefits
Below is a partial list of benefits enjoyed by EPA employees.
Quality of Work-life Programs
Work Schedules Health and Fitness
Flexible Work Hours Employee Assistance
6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Health Programs
Wellness Center:
Compressed Work Schedules Aerobics
80 hours distributed - Health Education
Work 9 days/off 1 day Weight Programs
Work 8 days/off 2 days Physical Therapy
Personal Training
Retirement
Federal Employment Retirement System (FERS): Three-tier system consists of
Basic Benefits, Social Security and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). Employees may
contribute up to 12% of their salary in the TSP (in 2003 it will be 13%; in 2006 and
beyond it will be unlimited) with EPA matching contributions up to 5%.
Health/Life Insurance
Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program - available to all permanent
EPA employees. Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) Program -
available to all permanent EPA employees.
Leave Benefits
Sick leave as salary protection during illness: Accumulates at the rate of 13 work
days per year for full-time employees, with no maximum accumulation. Sick leave
is prorated for part-time employees.
Annual leave for vacations and personal business: Accumulates at a rate of 13 days
per year during the first three years of service, 20 days per year after three years of
service, and 26 days per year after 15 years of service. Annual leave is prorated for
part-time employees.
Leave Bank Membership - permanent EPA employees may become Leave Bank
members by depositing 4, 6, or 8 hours annual leave each year. This allows
employees in crisis to receive paid leave after their sick and annual leave have been
exhausted.
Professional Development
Unique Research Opportunities
Mentoring
Continuing Education
Professional Groups
Other
Child Care Center (Cincinnati only), Free Parking, University Access - Several
universities are located in Cincinnati, RTP, Ada, and Edison.
EPA/600/F-02/004
Revised December, 2004
United States Environmental Protection Agency
Cincinnati, OH 45268
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