Environmental Compliance Specialist 1/2/3
About The Position
The Environmental Compliance Specialist serves as the Environmental Protection Division’s representative to local governments, public authorities, agencies, commissions, and institutions, with a primary focus on supporting the Tire Products Grant. The Recovered Materials Unit administers the Solid Waste Trust Fund by issuing grants that support recycling and waste diversion, tire-derived products, and scrap tire abatement. The role includes outreach and support, grant administration, management of the SWTF Grant Portal, and reporting. The specialist may also assist with other Recovered Materials Unit projects, including developing Land Protection Branch and annual Solid Waste Trust Fund reports, supporting other grants in the program, and responding to inquiries about material recovery and diversion. The position is based at the EPD Tradeport Offices in Atlanta, Georgia, and may be filled at the Specialist 1, 2, or 3 level based on education, experience, and preferred criteria.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, physics, geology, engineering, or another closely related field from an accredited college or university.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with grant management.
- Experience working with local governments and conducting outreach.
- Experience with material recovery and waste diversion.
- Experience with project management and preparing technical reports.
- Experience successfully managing multiple projects with varying timelines.
Responsibilities
- Represent EPD to local governments, public authorities, agencies, commissions, and institutions in connection with the Tire Products Grant.
- Provide outreach and support for the Tire Products Grant.
- Administer grants and manage the SWTF Grant Portal.
- Prepare reporting related to the program.
- Assist with developing Land Protection Branch reports and annual SWTF reports.
- Assist with other grants in the SWTF Grant Program.
- Respond to inquiries about material recovery and diversion.
Benefits
- Robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
