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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an Environmental Specialist to join our team and support our environmental compliance and sustainability efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental science, regulations, and best practices. This role involves conducting environmental assessments, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and implementing programs to reduce environmental impact.
As an Environmental Specialist, you will work closely with internal departments and external agencies to monitor environmental performance and develop strategies for improvement. You will be responsible for preparing reports, maintaining documentation, and staying up to date with environmental laws and regulations. Your work will contribute to the organization’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable operations.
Key aspects of the role include conducting site inspections, managing waste disposal programs, evaluating air and water quality, and supporting environmental training initiatives. You will also play a critical role in emergency response planning and incident investigations related to environmental issues.
The successful candidate will possess excellent analytical and communication skills, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. A passion for environmental protection and sustainability is essential.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and growing organization. If you are committed to environmental excellence and want to be part of a team that values innovation and responsibility, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations
- Develop and implement sustainability programs
- Monitor air, water, and soil quality
- Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal
- Prepare environmental reports and documentation
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies
- Provide environmental training to staff
- Support emergency response planning
- Investigate environmental incidents and recommend corrective actions
Requirements
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- 2+ years of experience in environmental compliance or sustainability
- Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and environmental software tools
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Valid driver’s license may be required
- Certification such as CHMM or REM is a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with environmental compliance?
- Can you describe a sustainability project you led or contributed to?
- How do you stay current with environmental regulations?
- Have you conducted environmental audits before?
- What tools or software have you used for environmental monitoring?
- How do you handle conflicts between operational goals and environmental requirements?
- Describe a time you identified and resolved an environmental issue.
- Are you comfortable working in field conditions?
- Do you have experience with regulatory reporting?
- What motivates you to work in environmental protection?
