3 (PCN 187884)

State of Alaska•Multiple Locations, AK

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation was recently approved by EPA to administer the Hazardous Waste Program for Alaska. This position is your opportunity to help develop and implement a new program that will regulate and assist hazardous waste handlers, statewide. You will be involved with receiving training and gaining expertise on hazardous waste regulations, inspections, permitting, and compliance. You will also be working directly with hazardous waste generators and facilities to provide technical assistance and education, conduct inspections, and enforce regulations. The mission of the Hazardous Waste Program is to protect human health and the environment by ensuring hazardous wastes are properly managed and disposed of. Hazardous waste management impacts all people in Alaska, so we work and interact with individuals, companies, and agencies throughout the state, as well as many other programs within the Department. This is a new program for Alaska, so you will be contributing to the initial implementation of the program. The issues we will deal with arise from a variety of circumstances and can include multiple disciplines, which provides a variety of opportunities for personal growth and learning. As a team, we will work individually and collaboratively to find solutions to hazardous waste problems ranging from the very simple to the very complex.

Requirements

Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity.
Critical Thinking: Analyzes and evaluates data to draw logical and well-reasoned conclusions.
Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.
Valid driver's license.
State of Alaska Inspector Credentials (or attain within 1 year).
Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Research - Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Environmental Science - Knowledge of the interdisciplinary concepts, principles, theories, and methods of investigating the natural and physical environment, including examination of ecology, biology, physics, chemistry, plant science, zoology, mineralogy, oceanography, limnology, soil science, geology and physical geography, atmospheric, and other related sciences in the protection and improvement of the environment and its resources.
Scientific Research - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of scientific principles related to environmental, ecological, biological, or physical science and the methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
Compliance - Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in an environmental, physical, biological, or natural science; engineering; planning; or natural resources.
Professional experience developing knowledge and skills in environmental regulations, pollution control, environmental damage recovery, or programs to improve or protect environmental quality; or learning to evaluate the potential environmental and socio-economic impacts of construction projects; prepare environmental documentation; and determine, negotiate, and monitor permitted activities.

Responsibilities

Provide technical and compliance assistance to hazardous waste generators and facilities.
Work collaboratively with regulated facilities and the public to manage hazardous waste efficiently and effectively within the regulations.
Review, interpret and understand state and federal hazardous waste regulations.
Complete facility and generator inspections and produce reports and recommendations for enforcement action based on violation(s) of the regulations.
Produce and present outreach and education materials in collaboration with the Hazardous Waste Team to help ensure that facilities, generators, and the public are aware of the potential impacts of hazardous waste and the regulations and proper handling requirements.