Interdisciplinary Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist

Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command • Bangor, WA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

You will serve as an INTERDISCIPLINARY ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER/PHYSICAL SCIENTIST in the ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION of NAVFAC NORTHWEST. You will develop and oversee environmental compliance initiatives by establishing procedures that ensure mission activities and facility operations meet all environmental regulations, regarding water usage, discharge, and pollution control. You will provide guidance to internal environmental specialists, engineering teams, and the Environmental Compliance Core by reviewing project plans, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring alignment with environmental performance objectives. You will lead and manage the Clean Water Act (CWA) regulated discharges by preparing permit applications, coordinating with regulatory agencies, and maintaining compliance through monitoring, recordkeeping, and timely renewals or amendments. You will administer the CWA Program by conducting site inspections, developing stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs), implementing best management practices (BMPs), and correcting identified deficiencies through corrective action plans. You will interpret and apply environmental regulations by conducting regulatory reviews, advising command leadership on compliance obligations, and incorporating changes into existing environmental management systems (EMS).

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade.
• Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
• Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license.
• You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.
• For Environmental Engineer (0819 series) positions, you will be required to possess and maintain a current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).
• You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites.
• You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
• Implementing assessments to ensure environmental compliance with the Clean Water Act and recommend solutions to environmental issues;
• Preparing official correspondence, point papers, reports, and environmental permits and related documentation in compliance with federal, state, and local laws associated with the Clean Water Act;
• Leading or assisting others in managing, administering, and providing environmental support for the Clean Water Act Program and other environmental program areas;
• Interpreting and applying laws, regulations and standards applicable to the Clean Water Act and other environmental laws, regulations, and standards.

Nice To Haves

• I am a current registered Professional Engineer (PE) in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. NOTE: A copy of a wall certificate that does not have an expiration date will not serve to verify this requirement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee environmental compliance initiatives by establishing procedures that ensure mission activities and facility operations meet all environmental regulations, regarding water usage, discharge, and pollution control.
• Provide guidance to internal environmental specialists, engineering teams, and the Environmental Compliance Core by reviewing project plans, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring alignment with environmental performance objectives.
• Lead and manage the Clean Water Act (CWA) regulated discharges by preparing permit applications, coordinating with regulatory agencies, and maintaining compliance through monitoring, recordkeeping, and timely renewals or amendments.
• Administer the CWA Program by conducting site inspections, developing stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs), implementing best management practices (BMPs), and correcting identified deficiencies through corrective action plans.
• Interpret and apply environmental regulations by conducting regulatory reviews, advising command leadership on compliance obligations, and incorporating changes into existing environmental management systems (EMS).

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level