Environmental Specialist Job Hugo Oklahoma USA,Government

Position: Environmental Specialist 1
Location: Hugo

Description

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30 | PG 13 |

Job Purpose or Objective(s)

As the Environmental Specialist 1, you will be responsible for monitoring the environment, identifying environmental issues, and recommending solutions to enhance the lives of those who live within the Choctaw Nation. You will report to the Environmental Compliance Officer/ Director.

Primary Tasks

Assure compliance with federal, state, local, and tribal regulations for Choctaw Nation facilities by leading a team or an associate with scheduling, conducting, inspections based on previously established programs.

Complete and train Environmental Coordinators on reviews and assessments.

Assist tribal departments and communities with environmental compliance standards by training and performing inspections under senior Environmental Specialist guidance.

Responsible for certifying all environmental requirements have been followed in accordance with appropriate State, Federal and Tribal guidelines/regulations.

Assist with the development of, maintain, and implement EPS programs and policies by providing expert opinions and information to departmental policy writers.

Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of environmental law.

Present internal programs and progress at professional conferences & seminars.

Assist with communication with federal, state, and local agencies via telephone, email or in person to resolve questions, concerns, and requirements.

Assist permit writers with permit applications and submissions by gathering pertinent information.

You will perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a science related field, or 4 years of directly related experience in lieu of education.
Knowledge of environmental law, policies, and practices
Environmental Certifications required (UST, LBP, asbestos, mold, SDWA)
Strong organizational and research abilities.
Ability to work solo as a collaborative team member along with the ability to organize, prioritize, and document.
Seven (7) years of experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a science related field, or 4 years of directly related experience in lieu of education.
Knowledge of environmental law, policies, and practices
Environmental Certifications required (UST, LBP, asbestos, mold, SDWA)
Strong organizational and research abilities.
Ability to work solo as a collaborative team member along with the ability to organize, prioritize, and document.
Seven (7) years of experience.

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