Entry-Level Positions Data Bank
For this resource, Ed2NC is defining entry-level positions as jobs with education and experience requirements ranging from High School degree/GED with no experience required to jobs requiring a bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience or equivalent. e.g., a Masters degree in a related field could be equivalent to two years of relevant work experience.
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Bachelors
Chemistry
Bachelor's Degree in chemistry from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in the practical application of theoretical chemistry including one year in environmental work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Considerable knowledge of the theoretical principles of analytical chemistry. - Considerable knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment and terminology. - Considerable knowledge of industrial processes and their potential to pollute the environment. - Considerable knowledge of the types and properties of waste products. - Skill in performing a variety of standardized titration, extraction, purification and related manual procedures. - Ability to conduct field investigations and to prepare accurate and concise reports. - Ability to handle with tact, consistency and sound judgment the diversity of public contacts demanded in consultative services and enforcement. - Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form
Dept of Environmental Quality
Bachelors
Agricultural, Biological, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource Sciences
Bachelor's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience related to the area of assignment
- Considerable knowledge of the scientific principles related to the area of assignment. - Considerable knowledge of ecological processes and environmental factors. - Considerable knowledge of the research process. - Considerable knowledge of data gathering techniques and procedures. - Ability to analyze, manipulate and evaluate information/data, including the use of software. - Ability to formulate or assist in the development of management alternatives and recommendations. - Ability to organize and direct moderately complex research or field studies. - Ability to communicate with the general public and clients of the Division. - Ability to prepare written reports; and ability to work with considerable independence.
Dept of Health and Human Services, Dept of Public Safety
Associates
Agricultural, Biological, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource Sciences
Associate's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution
- Working knowledge of the principles and practices of the environmental field to which assigned. - Working knowledge of the state and/or federal rules and regulations pertaining to the area of assignment. - Working knowledge of the tools, equipment, procedures and methods necessary to carry out assigned functions. - Ability to prepare written reports. - Ability to effectively communicate in written and oral form. - Ability to handle with tact and consistency the diversity of public contacts demanded by work.
Dept of Health and Human Services
Associates
Agricultural, Biological, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource Sciences
Associate's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in environmental or natural resources management work;
- Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of the environmental area to which assigned. - Considerable knowledge of the state and federal rules and regulations to the environmental area to which assigned. - Working knowledge of the applications of sampling, preservation and testing procedures utilized in the types of facilities to be inspected. - Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of the types of facilities to be inspected. - Ability to conduct field investigations and to write technical reports. - Ability to handle with tact and consistency the diversity of public contacts required by the position. - Ability to plan and schedule work; ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral form.
Dept of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Dept of Environmental Quality, Dept of Public Safety
High School
High School
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in law enforcement support activities which includes evidence and handling protocols, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of evidence handling rules and/or experience in forensic laboratory environment. - Knowledge of chain of custody rules. - Ability to establish and maintain favorable working relationships with other law enforcement agencies and officers. - Ability in organizing work and time to maintain production during periods of work overload. - Ability to perform some medium to heavy physical work. - Ability to organize daily schedule with little or no supervision
Dept of Health and Human Services, Dept of Justice
Bachelors
Any
Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in the occupational area assigned; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
edge, Skills, and Abilities - General knowledge of basic education and training methods and techniques. - General knowledge of administrative techniques and pertinent laws, rules, and regulations governing an education and training program. - Ability to plan and coordinate statewide extension education and training courses and programs. - Ability to evaluate educational programs and submit accurate reports. - Ability to understand and apply federal and state regulations to educational programs. - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, committee members, college administrators, and the general public.
Dept of Transportation
License
License
Possession of a valid U.S. Coast Guard license as Chief Engineer or Designated Duty Engineer with the appropriate horsepower for the vessel operated.
- Thorough knowledge of the operations, maintenance and repairs of marine diesel and gas engines, pumps, generators and other auxiliary equipment. - Thorough knowledge of State, Federal and U.S. Coast Guard laws and regulations regarding occupational hazards and safety precautions for engine room work aboard ferries. - Considerable knowledge of electricity and its proper use, including providing independent power while vessel is underway, as well as shore power when vessel is moored. - Skill in making temporary and permanent repairs. - Ability to supervise and instruct personnel in all areas of ferry engine room operations. - Ability to overhaul and maintain complex engineering equipment, including large internal combustion diesel engines. - Ability to establish and maintain effective relations with fellow employees and the traveling public.
Dept of Transportation
License
License
Possession of a valid Ordinary Seaman Certificate issued by the US Coast Guard.
- Basic knowledge of the procedures and practices exercised in loading and unloading a ferry vessel. - Basic knowledge of the operation and maintenance of hoists, motors and safety devices required in the operation of a ferry. - Basic knowledge of U.S. Coast Guard rules and regulations governing the operation of a ferry vessel in intra-coastal waters. - Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the general public.
Dept of Health and Human Services, Dept of Public Instruction, Dept of Public Safety
Certificate
Certificate
Possession of a valid Able Seaman Certificate issued by the US Coast Guard.
- Considerable knowledge of the procedures and practices exercised in loading and unloading a ferry vessel. - Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of hoists, motors and safety devices required in the operation of a ferry. - Working knowledge of U.S. Coast Guard rules and regulations governing the operation of a ferry vessel in intra-coastal waters. - Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the general public, to investigate conduct and enforce discipline in an effective and efficient manner.
Dept of Agriculture & Consumer Services, Dept of Health and Human Services
License
License
Possession of a valid U.S. Coast Guard license as Master of Inspected Ferry Vessels with sufficient gross tonnage for the vessel operated. Possession of a valid certificate as Radar Observer issued by an institution approved by the U.S. Coast Guard. Possession of a valid Marine Radio Operator permit issued by the Federal Communications Commission.
Thorough knowledge of the operations and basic maintenance of ferry vessels. - Thorough knowledge of applicable State, Federal, and U.S. Coast Guard laws and regulations. - Thorough knowledge of radar, navigational, Global Positioning Systems and communication equipment pertaining to ferry vessel operations. - Ability to supervise and instruct personnel in all areas of ferry operations. - Ability to chart readings and plot courses. - Ability to navigate a ferry vessel involving ship handling and seamanship.
Department of Information Technology, Dept of Administration, Dept of Agriculture & Consumer Services, Dept of Health and Human Services, Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources, Dept of Public Instruction, Dept of Public Safety