Environmental Compliance Specialist

Wetland Studies and Solutions•Blacksburg, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Wetland Studies and Solutions Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a mid-level environmental compliance specialist to join our Southwestern Virginia team for a linear restoration project located in Damascus, Virginia. 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 erosion and sediment control inspections, stormwater management inspections, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) management, construction inspection and progress reporting, and coordinating with federal and state resource agencies with regard to wetlands, erosion and sediment control and stormwater compliance. This position is a full time on the project, and reports to the WSSI Southwestern Virginia Compliance Manager.

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
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Erosion and Sediment Control and/or Stormwater Inspector certifications
Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines under limited supervision
Ability to work independently and with a team
Extremely adequate communication skills
Experience working with a diverse client base in both the public and private sectors
Willingness to work in remote portions of Virginia in a lone-worker scenario

Nice To Haves

Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) familiarity
Knowledgeable in proper chemical and waste handling experience
Familiarity with stream/wetland restoration and slope stabilization techniques for restoration-related construction projects

Responsibilities

Environmental compliance (VPDES) inspections and reporting in accordance state regulations and/or with project specific standards and specifications.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) auditing and management
Coordinating with federal and state resource agencies with regard to wetlands, erosion and sediment control and stormwater compliance related matters
Virginia Water Protection (VWP) construction monitoring
Project construction oversight and inspection for sensitive resource areas with progress reporting
Proficient in general technology-use, Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PPT,), Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides), Adobe, and able to learn company-specific technologies.
Communicate with and relay of information between construction personnel and project/task management personnel as the site inspector to ensure the project is built to project standards and specifications.

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.
Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
Charitable matching gift program.