Environmental Specialist (SECRET CLEARANCE)

ICFHuntsville, AL
$73,738 - $125,354Hybrid

About The Position

ICF is seeking an experienced Environmental Specialist to support a Department of War (DOW) contract and team based in Huntsville, Alabama. The team provides comprehensive environmental management support to the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) including air permitting, regulatory environmental compliance, environmental impact analysis, planning, policy and strategy development, sustainability, conservation, and related technical assistance including support to all agency missions, weapons systems acquisition, development, testing, deployment, and fielding at geographically dispersed locations worldwide. This position is based in Huntsville, Alabama with travel required for specific project work throughout the United States and abroad (generally less than 25%). Currently, the position requires working onsite in a federal government facility Mondays through Thursdays, with situational telework authorized on Fridays. However, the telework authorization is subject to change at any time based on client requirements. Candidate must possess DoD Secret security clearance or have the ability to obtain clearance upon hire. SECRET Clearance Required or Candidate must have the ability to obtain one.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related engineering/science field.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant professional environmental work experience.
  • Experience in preparing air emission calculations and permit applications for emergency/prime power diesel- or natural gas fired-generators and boilers.
  • Strong environmental regulatory background with experience in CAA, RCRA, and NEPA, including preparing Environmental Assessments (EAs), Impact Statements (EIS), and supporting documents.
  • Experience conducting multi-media environmental compliance audits.
  • Experience in Environmental Management Systems (EMS) implementation and maintaining conformance.
  • Strong verbal and written communication and computer skills, as well as the ability to work with a high-degree of independence/minimal direct supervision.
  • Ability to work in the field, work outdoors, and lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen per federal contract requirements.
  • Must possess a DoD Secret security clearance or have the ability to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related engineering/science field is preferred.
  • Prior military or Federal consulting experience is preferred.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and/or other relevant environmental professional credentials such as Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), Professional Geologist (PG); or Certified Professional Environmental Auditor (CPEA) are preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Support and execute air emissions modeling and permitting.
  • Conduct environmental compliance audits related to DOW system testing.
  • Support environmental policies, studies and analysis, including National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
  • Support facilities planning, design, construction, operation, and sustainment.
  • Serve as a subject matter and regulatory expert on complex technical and programmatic issues related to environmental planning, management, and compliance initiatives.
  • Conduct air emission calculations and prepare permit applications for the use of generators and boilers in the United States and its territories.
  • Develop strategies related to environmental planning, management, and compliance.
  • Support multiple concurrent high priority environmental projects.
  • Identify problems, develop sound solutions, and present recommendations to the team for approval and implementation.
  • Interact directly with client on a daily basis.

Benefits

  • ICF is an equal opportunity employer.
  • Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.
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