Brownsfield Tribal Response Program Coordinat

Standing-Rock-Sioux-Tribe; Fort Yates (ND); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in Fort Yates, ND seeks a Brownfields Specialist to protect natural resources, conduct site assessments, and oversee the Brownfields program. The role involves inspections, reporting, and coordination with contractors to ensure timely environmental tasks and compliance with federal regulations.

Preferred qualifications include an Associate’s Degree in Environmental Science or related field and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys, inspections, and assessments of tribal lands to identify hazardous, abandoned, or unauthorized sites.
• Oversee the Brownfields program, ensure compliance with regulations and reporting requirements.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures, assessment documentation, and corrective action plans.
• Prepare reports and present findings to tribal authorities and EPA Region 8.
• Manage program budgets, estimate project costs, and coordinate contractors.
• Make field determinations regarding environmental and safety risks, and recommend interventions.
• Maintain collaboration with tribal, state, and federal agencies and stakeholders.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

Associate’s Degree in Environmental Science or rated field

Job description

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Brownsfield Tribal Response Program Coordinat

FULL TIME EMPLOYEE Fort Yates, ND, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2205

Salary Range: $20.90 To $20.90 Hourly

SCOPE OF WORK: The Tribal Response Program/Brownfields Specialist is responsible for protecting the Tribe’s natural resources and ensuring compliance with tribal and federal environmental regulations. This position conducts inspections, site assessments, and surveys of potentially hazardous or abandoned sites, including Brownfields properties. The Specialist oversees program operations, manages budgets, coordinates with contractors, and ensures quality assurance and reporting requirements are met.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct surveys, inspections, and assessments of tribal lands to identify and evaluate hazardous, abandoned, or unauthorized sites.
• Oversee the Brownfields program, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, quality assurance standards, and reporting requirements.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures, assessment documentation, and corrective action plans.
• Prepare reports and present findings to the Tribal Environmental Quality Commission, Tribal Council, and EPA Region 8.
• Manage program budgets, estimate project costs, and coordinate contractors to complete environmental tasks efficiently.
• Make independent field determinations regarding environmental, human health, and safety risks, and recommend interventions.
• Maintain communication and collaboration with tribal, local, state, and federal agencies, as well as community stakeholders, to promote environmental compliance and stewardship.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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

SHIFT: Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Occasional early starts, late hours, or fieldwork may be required for site assessments, UST inspections, community outreach, or emergency environmental issues.

TESTING AND BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:

Subject to pre-employment, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Tribal, State, and Federal background investigation and MVR screening required.