Environmental and Project Support Specialist

Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority•Knoxville, TN

10d•$60,038 - $78,049•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental and Project Support Specialist plays a vital role in maintaining and advancing the airport's Environmental Program by ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and state environmental regulations, policies, and guidelines. This position promotes environmental stewardship by communicating regulatory requirements, compliance expectations, and industry best practices to airport staff and tenants while providing ongoing guidance and support as needed. The Specialist also assists airport departments and tenants in maintaining compliance with FAA Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 139 (14 CFR Part 139) and established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). In addition, this role supports the planning, development, and construction of airport projects by coordinating environmental and regulatory considerations throughout the project lifecycle, helping to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant airport operations.

Requirements

Associate's degree in engineering, applied science, or equivalency
1 to 3 years' experience in general engineering and environmental regulations
Valid Tennessee driver's license
Detail-oriented and proactive professional with a strong understanding of environmental regulations, airport operations, and project management principles.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental guidelines, as well as FAA Part 139 requirements and airport Standard Operating Procedures.
Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Skilled at evaluating processes, identifying opportunities for improvement, and clearly communicating recommendations and requirements.
Proficient in modern office software and technology, with the ability to review proposals, prepare accurate reports, and draft professional documents that support environmental compliance and airport development initiatives.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a long-term basis.

Nice To Haves

Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with airport staff, tenants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

Assists in the development and implementation of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans.
Educates, plans, and ensures a safe, efficient, and sustainable airport system by providing accessible comprehensive guidance. Helps develop, coordinate, facilitate, and schedule required annual training.
Assist with developing airport-wide environmental sustainability goals and associated processes.
Supports bid submittal process. Prepares Requests For Qualifications (RFQ) and establishes the review team. Coordinates, reviews, and evaluates the Statements Of Qualifications (SOQ). Manages work authorizations, reviews proposals, prepares drafts for Board approval, and tracks invoices.
Conducts and maintains Tennessee Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control (EPSC) inspection reports.
Provides support for tenants and departments, including leading and monitoring engineers, contractors, consultants, and media, coordinating project meetings, and maintaining database and filing system.
Ensures environmental compliance. Maintains spill kit equipment, supplies, orders, invoices, and storage per the SPCC Plan. Coordinates, conducts, and maintains inspections, proper reporting, and permitting per the SWPPP.
Assists in the preparation of the capital budget.
Assists Project Managers and supports the Planning & Development Department as required.
Performs related work as required.