Environmental Officer

Y-12 National Security Complex; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, TN seeks an Environmental Officer to interpret laws, implement compliance programs, and coordinate regulatory reporting. The role requires working with management to ensure inspections, documentation, and corrective actions are completed on schedule.

The position supports waste minimization efforts and training across the organization. The successful candidate will navigate federal and state regulations, engage with regulatory bodies, and help

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science from ABET-accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, Washington Accord, or substantially equivalent per ABET.
• MS in Engineering/Physical Science is acceptable, or a PhD in Engineering/Physical Science.
• There is a GPA requirement for up to 4 years post-graduation; specific GPA thresholds apply by degree level.

Responsibilities

• Interprets federal and state laws, regulations, and orders as they apply to environmental practices.
• Implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance and regulatory reporting.
• Ensures inspections are conducted, corrective actions completed, and documentation kept.
• Investigates compliance problems and communicates guidance to management.
• May develop programs to increase employee awareness of compliance policies.
• May audit policies and documents for regulatory adherence; does not litigate.
• Interacts with state, federal, and local organizations on regulatory changes affecting waste management and minimization.
• Provides support and guidance on waste minimization and accumulation activities.
• Assists training personnel to determine environmental compliance training needs.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Regulatory reporting

Policy implementation

Training support

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering/Physical Science programs

MS in Engineering/Physical Science

PhD in Engineering/Physical Science

Job description

Location: Oak Ridge, TN

Job Title: Environmental Officer

Career Level From: Associate

Career Level To: Senior Specialist

Organization: Development Operations (51424712)

Job Specialty: Core Engineering

What You'll Do

• Interprets federal and state laws, regulations, and orders as they apply to environmental practices
• Implements policies and procedures to ensure that these practices are in compliance with the appropriate statutes and regulations, and regulatory reporting requirements are met
• Ensures that inspections are conducted, corrective actions are completed on time, and all necessary documentation is kept
• Investigates and resolves compliance problems, questions, or complaints received from within the company, customers, government regulatory agencies, etc.
• May develop and implement programs designed to increase employee awareness and knowledge of compliance policies
• May audit and evaluate current policies, procedures, and documentation for compliance with government laws and regulations; does not litigate
• Interacts with state, federal and local organizations to maintain an awareness of, and exert influence on, regulatory as well as plant standard changes concerning waste accumulation, disposal, and minimization
• Conveys pertinent environmental information and guidance to laboratory management and personnel promoting environmental excellence
• Provides support and guidance on waste minimization and accumulation activities
• Assists training personnel to determine environmental compliance training needs
• May review some technical procedures to ensure that pertinent environmental and 90 days areas, one year and 30 days PCB storage areas are operated and maintained properly
• Assists waste management personnel in completion of disposal forms
• Ensures that waste generated is adequately characterized, documented, segregated, packaged, labeled, and stored in accordance with approved procedures and environmental regulatory requirements governing Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA), mixed, and radiological wastes
• Develops, implements, and maintains written organizational procedures in the areas of RCRA, TSCA, and Spill Prevention, and assists in training on these procedures

What You Can Expect

• Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
• Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
• Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
• Career advancement and professional development programs
• Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science [Chemistry, Physics, or related] from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET. OR MS in Engineering/Physical science. OR PhD in Engineering/Physical science.
• There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire.
  • 3.0/4.0 minimum cumulative GPA for Bachelor degree
  • 3.3 minimum cumulative GPA for Master degree
  • 3.5 minimum cumulative GPA for PhD

Why Y-12?

You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.

Notes

The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired. If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level. Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required. This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination. This position may be categorized as a “designated position” identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination. CNS is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre‑placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification. CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.