Environmental Specialist (Entry)

Cherokee Federal; Hawaii; On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% 401(k) company match

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage (short/long-term)

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FSA/HSA options

Professional development, training, &

Job summary

Cherokee Federalis seeking an Environmental Specialist (Entry) to perform onsite environmental program support at Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii. A CAC is required, and a favorable DoD background investigation is expected.

You will help manage environmental records, data, and project planning alongside a dedicated team. Responsibilities include supporting reports and data products, maintaining records, and assisting with inspections and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, chemistry, or related field.
• Must pass pre-employment Cherokee Federal requirements and CAC.
• Ability to obtain DoD clearance and CAC.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental program plans, compliance assessments, technical reports, and environmental data products.
• Assist with transfer and organization of environmental records from Navy systems of record to Air Force repositories.
• Maintain SharePoint repositories and upload documentation to NexGen IT or equivalent systems.
• Assist with environmental project planning, cost estimates, specifications, studies, mitigation actions, and abatement projects.
• Support permit applications, regulatory correspondence, inspections, and compliance reporting.
• Assist with environmental inspections and field activities involving water, soil, asbestos, lead-based paint, wildlife, and facility compliance.
• Assist with hazardous-material surveys and technical evaluations of environmental-service proposals.
• Collect and analyze environmental data and support weekly reports, briefings, meeting materials, and stakeholder communications.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, chemistry, or related natural-science field

Tools

NexGen IT

SharePoint

Job description

This position is onsite at Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii (Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam), requires a CAC, and a favorable Tier 1/NACI-SF85 background investigation.

Supports installation environmental compliance, conservation, records transition, environmental data management, field inspections, and project-planning activities.

Responsibilities:

• Support environmental program plans, compliance assessments, technical reports, and environmental data products.
• Assist with transfer and organization of environmental records from Navy systems of record to Air Force repositories.
• Maintain SharePoint repositories and upload required environmental documentation to NexGen IT or equivalent systems.
• Assist with environmental project planning, cost estimates, specifications, studies, mitigation actions, and abatement projects.
• Support permit applications, regulatory correspondence, inspections, corrective-action tracking, and compliance reporting.
• Assist with environmental inspections and field activities involving water, soil, asbestos-containing material, lead-based paint, wildlife, and facility compliance.
• Assist with hazardous-material surveys and technical evaluations of environmental-service proposals.
• Collect and analyze environmental data and support weekly reports, briefings, meeting materials, and stakeholder communications.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary for Environmental Specialist (Entry): $70,000

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, chemistry, or related natural-science field from an accredited institution within the 50 United States.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.
• This position requires a Common Access Card (CAC), the ability to pass the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) clearance to acquire a Common Access Card (CAC).
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Military facility or infrastructure experience.
• Experience with Air Force or DoD environmental compliance, natural resources, hazardous materials, environmental records, or environmental data management.
• Familiarity with NexGen IT, SharePoint, and environmental project documentation.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Nation Government Solutions, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

In compliance with Hawaii’s Pay Transparency Law, the estimated salary range for this position is available upon request. Actual compensation may vary based on experience and qualifications.

Compliance Notices

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].