Environmental Protection Specialist
NOTE:
This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed above represent the full performance level of GS-11. At the GS-09 grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-11. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher-level work, and availability of funds. Completes permits and leads facility self-assessments, inspections and other environmental investigations; Advises senior level management official within the facility on the status of environmental programs; Recommends changes in the design of facility work programs to meet new environmental requirements; Serves as a technical expert on issues related to environmental statutes; Advises on response to environmental emergencies including releases/spills of hazardous material; Schedules and leads environmental audits to identify and evaluation program implementation and compliance activities; Trains staff and provides instruction on a variety of subjects related to specific and specialized environmental topics; Implements a hazardous waste management program to include conducting or overseeing identification, collection, segregation, packaging and manifesting of hazardous wastes; Performs other directly related duties as assigned. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:
00a.m. to 4:
30p.m. Recruitment & Relocation Incentives:
Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not Required To qualify for this position at the GS-9 grade level, applicants must meet at least one of the following:
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-7) in the Federal Service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of this position. Specialized experience includes having a broad knowledge and skill in applying a range of environmental theories, concepts, principles, standards, and methods to perform various assignments; performing facility environmental inspections to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; prepare reports; participating in the planning, implementing and evaluating of an environmental protection program; making recommendations for improvements. NOTE:
Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. OR EDUCATION:
Successful completion of a master's degree or two (2) full years of graduate level education leading to such a degree that is directly related to the field of study that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. This education must have been obtained at an accredited college or university. NOTE:
If you select this option, you must submit a copy of your transcript with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. OR COMBINATION:
A combinations of successfully completed graduate-level education (beyond the first year) and specialized experience, as described above. The education portion must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. Education must have been obtained at an accredited college or university. NOTE:
If you select this option, you must submit a copy of your transcript with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. Preferred
Experience:
Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) Current Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Hazardous Waste and Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Materials Training You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position:
ComplianceEnvironmental EngineeringPlanning and EvaluatingProblem Solving IMPORTANT:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed above represent the full performance level of GS-11. At the GS-09 grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-11. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher-level work, and availability of funds. Completes permits and leads facility self-assessments, inspections and other environmental investigations; Advises senior level management official within the facility on the status of environmental programs; Recommends changes in the design of facility work programs to meet new environmental requirements; Serves as a technical expert on issues related to environmental statutes; Advises on response to environmental emergencies including releases/spills of hazardous material; Schedules and leads environmental audits to identify and evaluation program implementation and compliance activities; Trains staff and provides instruction on a variety of subjects related to specific and specialized environmental topics; Implements a hazardous waste management program to include conducting or overseeing identification, collection, segregation, packaging and manifesting of hazardous wastes; Performs other directly related duties as assigned. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:
00a.m. to 4:
30p.m. Recruitment & Relocation Incentives:
Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not Required To qualify for this position at the GS-9 grade level, applicants must meet at least one of the following:
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-7) in the Federal Service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of this position. Specialized experience includes having a broad knowledge and skill in applying a range of environmental theories, concepts, principles, standards, and methods to perform various assignments; performing facility environmental inspections to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; prepare reports; participating in the planning, implementing and evaluating of an environmental protection program; making recommendations for improvements. NOTE:
Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. OR EDUCATION:
Successful completion of a master's degree or two (2) full years of graduate level education leading to such a degree that is directly related to the field of study that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. This education must have been obtained at an accredited college or university. NOTE:
If you select this option, you must submit a copy of your transcript with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. OR COMBINATION:
A combinations of successfully completed graduate-level education (beyond the first year) and specialized experience, as described above. The education portion must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. Education must have been obtained at an accredited college or university. NOTE:
If you select this option, you must submit a copy of your transcript with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. Preferred
Experience:
Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) Current Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Hazardous Waste and Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Materials Training You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position:
ComplianceEnvironmental EngineeringPlanning and EvaluatingProblem Solving IMPORTANT:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
- Department:
0028 Environmental Protection Specialist - Salary Range:
$53,785 to $84,595 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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