Environmental Protection Specialist

Auburn University•Fort Benning, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Auburn University is seeking an Environmental Protection Specialist to provide professional expertise for a variety of environmental compliance services for Fort Benning, Georgia. This role specializes in Hazardous Waste Management, Non-RCRA waste, Clean Water Act Compliance, Clean Air Act compliance, and Storage Tank Management.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent + 4 years of experience OR Associate's degree + 2 years of experience OR Bachelor's degree (for Level I)
High school diploma or equivalent + 6 years of experience OR Associate's degree + 4 years of experience OR Bachelor's degree + 2 years of experience (for Level II)
High school diploma or equivalent + 8 years of experience OR Associate's degree + 6 years of experience OR Bachelor's degree + 4 years of experience (for Level III)
Experience in developing and administering environmental compliance programs such as hazardous waste, clean water, clean air, or storage tank management.

Responsibilities

Plans, prepares, coordinates, and facilitates implementation of Fort Benning Phase II NPDES Stormwater Permit.
Performs on-going inspections and provides technical assistance for erosion and sedimentation control practices at Fort Benning construction sites.
Provides environmental consultation and support to assist units, government branches, and/or federal contractors with compliance regarding state, federal and DOD environmental regulations and guidelines, including review of RECs / 144Rs.
Plans, prepares, and coordinates implementation of the Fort Benning Surface Mining Permit.
Performs on-going inspections and provides technical assistance for erosion and sedimentation control practices at Fort Benning Surface Mining Permitted borrow areas.
Participates in the chemical and/or hazardous materials emergency response team.
Assists with spill cleanup, reports spills to proper points of contact, and files spill reports both internally and externally.
Assists with and participates in planning and organizing community outreach and engagement.
Conducts field surveys to assess the condition of stormwater infrastructure.
Utilizes GIS software to map and analyze data.
Assists in the development and implementation of MS4 compliance strategies.
Assists with the preparation of reports, database management, and presentations.
Participates in team meetings and project discussions.
Designs, conducts, and coordinates training and education in areas of specialization.
Performs all other assigned duties.