Environmental Specialist – Alternate

Environmental Specialist – Alternate

Requirements

• Public Trust Clearance
• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least four years of responsible experience related to performing environmental assessments, monitoring, and/or remediation activities; ensuring environmental compliance; or delivering environmental education or trainings
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Must be organized, able to multi-task, and able to work without direct supervision
• Experience working with diverse groups of people

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute tasks related to environmental assessments, monitoring, remediation, and compliance activities to include: reviewing environmental impact assessment documentation, coordinating resources and logistics, and producing deliverables
• Deliver effective training and educational program for the community on topics such as environmental protection and stewardship, waste management, and national and international regulations relating to USAP activities in the Antarctic
• Perform audits of field camps and scientific and operational projects to ensure environmental requirements are being implemented. Prepare report of audit findings and recommendations for improvements, and communicate these to stakeholders
• Maintain and operate environmental monitoring equipment such as photoionization detectors, oil/water interface probes, and meters for assessing soil, water, and air quality parameters
• Maintain and operate GPS units, camera, and other field data collection equipment
• Coordinate sampling activities for soil, water, and air collection to include: prepare sampling plans, conduct on-site laboratory analysis of data, and process samples for shipment to analytical laboratories
• Meet with field-going groups to discuss environmental reporting requirements and advise them on proper procedures for recording environmental impact data
• Serve as a member of the station spill response team, which typically requires occasional periods of 24/7 on-call availability
• Maintain accurate inventory of equipment and supplies and prepare re-supply lists
• Produce professional documentation, accurately record data, and prepare technical reports
• Responsible for contributing to a positive work environment and safe workplace
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental science, environmental studies, physical sciences, or related fields
• Prior experience conducting fieldwork in remote outdoor environments
• Prior experience working in laboratory environments
• 40-hr HAZWOPER