$43,990–$102,530 Per Year
Construction, Data Analysis, Database Administration, Emergency Response, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Work, Federal Contracts, Geographic Information System Software, Government, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High School Diploma, Higher Education, Mining Laws/Regulations, Reporting Skills, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Spatial Data, Surface Mining, Technical Support, Training/Teaching, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Waste Management
Auburn University is excited to begin the search for an Environmental Protection Specialist! This individual performs duties providing professional expertise for a variety of environmental compliance services for Fort Benning, Georgia. Areas of specialization: Hazardous Waste Management, Non-RCRA waste, Clean Water Act Compliance, Clean Air Act compliance and Storage Tank Management.
Responsibilities:
- Plans, prepares, coordinates, and facilitates implementation of Fort Benning Phase II NPDES Stormwater Permit. Perform on-going inspections and provides technical assistance for the erosion and sedimentation control practices used at Fort Benning construction sites.
- Provides environmental consultation and support to assist units, government branches, and/or federal contractors with compliance regarding state, federal and DOD environmental regulations and guidelines including review of RECs / 144Rs.
- Plans, prepares, and coordinates implementation of the Fort Benning Surface Mining Permit. Perform on-going inspections and provides technical assistance for the erosion and sedimentation control practices used at Fort Benning Surface Mining Permitted borrow areas.
- Participate in the chemical and/or hazardous materials emergency response team. Assists with spill cleanup, report spill to proper point of contacts, and file spill reports both internally and externally.
- Assist with and participate in planning and organizing community outreach and engagement.
- Conduct field surveys to assess the condition of stormwater infrastructure.
- Utilize GIS software to map and analyze data.
- Assist in the development and implementation of MS4 compliance strategies.
- Assist with the preparation of reports database management and presentations.
- Participate in team meetings and project discussions.
- Designs, conducts, and coordinates training and education in area of specialization.
- All other assigned duties.
Qualifications:
Level I
- High school diploma or equivalent + 4 years of experience OR
- Associate's degree + 2 years of experience OR
- Bachelor's degree
Level II
- High school diploma or equivalent + 6 years of experience OR
- Associate's degree + 4 years of experience OR
- Bachelor's degree + 2 years of experience
Level III
- High school diploma or equivalent + 8 years of experience OR
- Associate's degree + 6 years of experience OR
- Bachelor's degree + 4 years of experience
Scope of Experience: Experience in developing and administering environmental compliance programs such as hazardous waste, clean water, clean air, or storage tank management.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of Hazardous Waste Management, Clean Water Act Compliance, Clean Air Act compliance.
Why Work at Auburn:
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
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