Environmental Compliance Specialist

Brice Engineering LLC

Regular

JOB SUMMARY:

The Environmental Compliance Specialist will utilize their knowledge to participate in collecting (providing field support as needed including field site supervision), synthesizing, and documenting data relating to environmental compliance (storm water, wastewater, air quality/emissions, oil storage, hazardous materials, and/or waste) regulations, and assisting in the preparation and/or review of permits, pollution prevention plans, and regulatory-driven reporting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct and oversee site surveys/assessments and evaluations in accordance with state and federal regulatory guidelines and as directed by project management staff.
• Adhere to schedule and financial objectives, controlling time and expenditures to achieve project goals.
• Work with environmental technical staff in data collection, site surveys/assessments, and evaluation of data collected in support of environmental project objectives.
• Provide scientific and technical guidance, support, coordination, and oversight to project staff preparing written project documentation.
• Review and document the processes necessary to obtain, develop and/or update environmental permits and plans, regulatory-required reporting, registrations, and other requirements necessary to achieve environmental compliance objectives.
• Review and provide documentation of environmental technical standards, guidelines, policies, and formal regulations to ensure proposals meet all appropriate requirements.
• Determine data collection methods to be employed in site surveys and evaluations.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties or other duties as assigned.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

SUPERVISORY FUNCTIONS:

None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge and understanding of RCRA, NPDES, CWA, OPPA, CAA, and other applicable laws, legal codes, government regulations, executive orders, and agency rules governing environmental compliance programs.
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions to address client's regulatory environmental compliance challenges and issues.
• Ability to display personal initiative and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to perform essential functions with minimal guidance and supervision, but also work in a team environment.
• Ability to provide consistent level of high-quality work in a high-pressure environment.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and confidentially process and maintain data with accuracy with minimal oversight.
• Basic computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
• Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff, as well as communicate with environmental regulatory agencies for development of and updating permits, plans, and registrations.
• Effective oral and technical written communication skills to effectively and clearly communicate complex information to others as well as to present information in front of a group.
  • Ability to learn and understand corporate and/or federal agency internal policies and procedures and how they relate to their environmental compliance goals and the regulatory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or other equivalent discipline.
• PE in Alaska or other professional license preferred, other lower 48 states (or ability to obtain license in these states) or national accreditation a plus.
• 5 to 10 years of experience supporting environmental compliance projects with the demonstrated ability to plan and conduct environmental assessments/surveys of sites for regulatory compliance.
• Must meet ADEC's definition of a Qualified Professional.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate with current 8-hour refresher preferred.
• ArcGIS experience preferred.
• Experience with federal and state regulations relating to stormwater, wastewater, air quality/emissions, oil storage, hazardous materials, and/or waste.
• Experience in federal government projects highly desired.
• A broad understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Experience with Health and Safety functions a plus.
• Valid state driver's license and be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of Brice's Driving Policy.
• Must pass employment drug and background check.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. BEL has a fast-paced multi-tasking office environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. At times, work is performed outside of the office at indoor and outdoor job sites. Adaptability regarding schedule and design changes, and occasional overtime for immediate field support or bid processing may be necessary.

PHYSICAL/VISUAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

The demands described here are representative and not necessarily all of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. For a comprehensive list of the physical demands that must be met by and employee to perform the essential functions of this job, please email the Human Resource Department at hr@bilista.net.

The physical demands of this position are consistent with those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. While performing the duties and responsibilities of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and see. The employee must be able to stand on their feet frequently. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and bend. The employee must occasionally lift and, carry/or move up to 26 pounds without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

PHYSICAL/VISUAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. For a complete list of the demands, please email the Human Resource Department at hr@bilista.net.

Occasionally: Standing, Crawling, Climbing, Reaching Overhead, Crouching, Kneeling, Pushing or Pulling, Talking, Grasping, Lifting 51 to 75 Ibs, Lifting 10 to 60 Ibs, Carrying 10 to 60 Ibs, Carrying 10 to 60 Ibs, Fine Manipulation, Driving, Communication Using Effective Written Communication, Making Decisions, Inside Hot/Heat, Inside Cold, Outside Hot Temperature, Hazards Biological, Hazards Chemical, Hazards Electrical, Unprotected Spaces high Places/high Heights, Unprotected Constricted Spaces (Underground), Dry, Grease, Oil, Mud, Hot Temperature Burners, Hot Temperature Flame Torches, Working Alone

Frequently: Sitting, Walking, Bending Over, Balancing, Repetitive Use of Legs/Arms, Lifting 10 to 60 lbs, Carrying 10 to 60 lbs, Eye/Hand Coordination (Foot), Thinking Analytically, Communication Using Effective Variable Communication, Remember Details, Adjusting to Changes, Examining/Observing Details, Outside Cold Temperatures, Outside Humid, Hazards Sharp Objects/Tool, Hazards Heavy Machinery, Dirty, Fumes, Gases, Odors, Dust, Moving Mechanical Parts, Noise, Vibration, Wet/Slippery Floors/Surfaces, Working w/Others

Continuously: Close Vision, Distance Vision, Color Vision, Peripheral Vision, Depth Perception, Ability to Adjust Focus, Handling Stress & Emotions Concentrating on Tasks, Discriminating Colors,

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.