Clean Air & Safe Drinking Water Compliance Specialist
About The Position
The Clean Air & Safe Drinking Water Compliance Specialist provides technical support to the U.S. Army Hawaii Environmental Compliance Program, assessing compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations. The position is located at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, and is through the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML), under Colorado State University’s Warner College of Natural Resources. The specialist reviews Army and Clean Air Act compliance, conducts visible smoke observations of emission sources, supports field sampling of public drinking water systems, and assists with tracking, testing, and permitting for Underground Injection Control permits. The role requires fieldwork and the ability to obtain and maintain Smoke School certification. There is no supervision responsibility.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, a physical science, public health, or a related field.
- Experience supporting environmental programs, such as air quality, drinking water quality, environmental monitoring, or regulatory compliance. Relevant experience may be gained through employment, internships, volunteer service, or academic projects.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal background check to be eligible for employment by CSU.
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; visa sponsorship is not provided.
- Comply with applicable regulations to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) and public trust clearance.
- Be able to obtain and maintain Smoke School certification for opacity readings.
- Be able to perform fieldwork that may include bending and lifting at least 25 pounds.
- For non-U.S. nationals seeking CAC eligibility, have resided in the U.S. or a U.S. territory for three or more consecutive years for the required Tier 1 HSPD-12 CAC credentialing background investigation.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of and experience with the Clean Air Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.
- Experience conducting data analysis and writing technical reports.
- Experience conducting air and/or water sampling.
- Experience with environmental public outreach.
- Experience working with personal computers and conventional software programs, including word processors, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Experience working in highly structured organizations, such as governmental agencies, the military, or corporations, with established lines of authority, procedures, and protocols.
Responsibilities
- Review USAG-HI installation compliance with Army Regulations and Clean Air Act regulations, including implementation of NESHAP, Ozone Depleting Substances, and Greenhouse Gases requirements.
- Conduct periodic visible smoke observations (opacity readings) of emission sources to ensure permit compliance and unit integrity.
- Support field water sampling of USAG-HI public drinking water systems in accordance with Safe Drinking Water Act protocols.
- Support injection well compliance tracking, annual performance testing, and permit renewal for Underground Injection Control permits at Pohakuloa Training Area and Kilauea Military Camp.
Benefits
- Colorado State University describes a robust benefits package, a collaborative atmosphere, and a focus on work-life balance; specific benefits are not itemized in the posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
