Environmental Compliance & Field Specialist

Auburn University; Columbus (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University seeks an Environmental Protection Specialist to work at Fort Benning, collaborating with environmental professionals and facility teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote stewardship and safety. The role blends fieldwork with training, data management, and program development across multiple environmental disciplines.

You will conduct site surveys and inspections, guide corrective actions, and prepare detailed reports.

Qualifications

• Experience developing environmental compliance programs spanning hazardous waste, clean water, clean air, or storage tank management.
• Ability to conduct environmental site surveys, inspections, and assessments with written findings.
• Provide regulatory guidance and corrective actions to stakeholders.
• Develop and implement training programs on regulatory requirements and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and assessments at facilities across Fort Benning to verify environmental compliance.
• Create and maintain environmental compliance databases and documentation.
• Prepare reports documenting inspection findings, status, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve environmental issues and strengthen program effectiveness.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Regulatory guidance

Training delivery

Inspections & surveys

Data management

Education

High school diploma +4 years

Associate's degree +2 years

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Auburn University seeks an Environmental Protection Specialist to work at Fort Benning, collaborating with environmental professionals and facility teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote stewardship and safety. The role blends fieldwork with training, data management, and program development across multiple environmental disciplines.

You will conduct site surveys and inspections, guide corrective actions, and prepare detailed reports.