Analytical Chemistry, Corrective Action, Database Administration, Emergency Response, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Management, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Work, Federal Government, Government, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High School Diploma, Higher Education, Maintain Compliance, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Risk Management, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Site Evaluation, University/School Regulations, Waste Management
This position is located in Fort Benning in Columbus, Georgia.
Risk Management & Safety at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for an Environmental Protection Specialist! This individual performs duties 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.
As this position will support the IGSA with Fort Benning, candidates will be required to successfully obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) to access government network. As the process to obtain a CAC is led by the federal government and can be a lengthy process, the candidate’s probationary period may need to be extended to allow this requirement to be met. If the candidate is unable, the candidate may be terminated for failing to meet this minimum requirement.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts and performs site surveys, assessments, inspections and evaluations to ensure regulated facilities and unit or activities are properly managing environmental features of concern.
- Ensures site maintains continuous state of compliance, including, federal, state, local and university regulations. Recommends control measures when needed.
- Provide periodic, annual, or comprehensive reports for each site visit and the results of such assessments for review, evaluation, and corrective action. Maintain a database of all site visits, inspections, including specific information of the facility, point of contact information, inspection reports, and any other environmental requirements.
- May conduct chemical analysis for environmental compliance.
- Proactively seeks new ways to improve overall safety and environmental performance.
- Participates in on going environmental and safety training.
- May 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.
Qualifications:
Level I
- High school diploma or equivalent
Level II
- High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience OR
- Associate's degree
Level III
- High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of experience OR
- Associate's degree plus 2 years of experience OR
- Bachelor's degree
Level IV
- High school diploma or equivalent plus 6 years of experience OR
- Associate's degree plus 4 years of experience OR
- Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience
Scope of Experience: Experience in managing 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.
- Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
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