Environmental Compliance Specialist — Hazardous Materials

Virginia Department of Corrections; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking an Environmental Specialist II for the Central Administration to lead compliance assessments and training related to hazardous materials and storage tank regulations. The role involves planning, coordination, and guidance to minimize liabilities through informed analysis and corrective actions.

The position requires knowledge of federal/state laws, the ability to interpret assessment reports, and strong communication skills to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal and state solid and hazardous substance/materials/waste laws and petroleum storage tank laws.
• Ability to interpret facility assessment reports and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, and manage multiple technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and trains for a compliance assessment/assistance program.
• Provides analysis to minimize liabilities through assessment, cost-benefit, training, and risk management.
• Guides and assists with corrective actions, design recommendations, and preventative measures based on assessments.

Skills

Hazardous materials laws

Project management

Technical communication

HAZWOPER 24-hr training

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking an Environmental Specialist II for the Central Administration to lead compliance assessments and training related to hazardous materials and storage tank regulations. The role involves planning, coordination, and guidance to minimize liabilities through informed analysis and corrective actions.

The position requires knowledge of federal/state laws, the ability to interpret assessment reports, and strong communication skills to manage multiple