Air Quality & UST Compliance Coordinator

Standing-Rock-Sioux-Tribe; Fort Yates (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Standing Rock Sioux Tribe is seeking a Part Time Underground Storage Tank/Air Quality Coordinator in Fort Yates, ND. The role focuses on monitoring and ensuring compliance with federal and tribal environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act and UST programs.

The position involves preparing various reports for funding agencies, developing budgets, conducting environmental assessments, and providing outreach to tribal communities, businesses, and schools.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Environmental Science or related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual activity, progress, and financial reports for funding agencies, including the USEPA.
• Develop annual budgets and funding requests for USEPA Clean Air Act 103/105 programs and coordinate with Region 8 EPA on work plans and proposals.
• Conduct environmental assessments and provide technical assistance on indoor air quality issues, including mold, radon, asbestos, carbon monoxide, and second-hand smoke.
• Conduct surveys, track, and maintain GPS data for existing and abandoned underground storage tanks (USTs) and provide outreach to UST owners/operators regarding compliance and safety requirements.
• Prepare Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for site assessments, sampling, and equipment use, and obtain USEPA approvals.
• Facilitate training sessions and outreach initiatives for tribal communities, schools, contractors, and businesses to promote compliance and maintain air quality standards.
• Assist in developing and implementing compliance and enforcement procedures consistent with tribal and federal environmental policies, and provide testimony in Tribal Court or public hearings when required.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Associate’s Degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Standing Rock Sioux Tribe is seeking a Part Time Underground Storage Tank/Air Quality Coordinator in Fort Yates, ND. The role focuses on monitoring and ensuring compliance with federal and tribal environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act and UST programs.

The position involves preparing various reports for funding agencies, developing budgets, conducting environmental assessments, and providing outreach to tribal communities, businesses, and schools.