Environmental Compliance Specialist
About The Position
Wetland Studies and Solutions Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a mid-level environmental compliance specialist to join our Gainesville, Virginia team. Ideal candidates will have a B.S. in Environmental Studies or related field and at least 1 year of experience performing environmental compliance in relation to Virginia Pollution Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) inspections and reporting. Job responsibilities will include inspections and reporting, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) development, and coordinating with federal and state resource agencies with regard to wetlands, erosion and sediment control and stormwater compliance.
Requirements
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Environmental Studies or related field (experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
- At least one year of experience performing Erosion and Sediment Control and/or Stormwater compliance inspections and reporting
- Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Erosion and Sediment Control and/or Stormwater certifications
- Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines under limited supervision
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Outstanding communication skills
- Experience working with a diverse client base in both the public and private sectors
- Willingness to regularly travel regionally and out-of-state
Nice To Haves
- Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) familiarity
- Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (ECPRA) familiarity
- Chemical and waste handling experience
- Familiarity with the VPDES Industrial permit and associated monitoring experience
Responsibilities
- Environmental compliance (VPDES) inspections and reporting
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) development and auditing
- Coordinating with federal and state resource agencies with regard to wetlands, erosion and sediment control and stormwater compliance
- Best Management Practices (BMP) construction monitoring
- Virginia Water Protection (VWP) construction monitoring
Benefits
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
- Group Health Plan
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend
- The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees
- Charitable matching gift program
- All listed benefits available to eligible employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
