Environmental Specialist Johnston - 50131 - Polk County

Iowa National Guard; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Iowa National Guard seeks an Environmental Specialist to support hazardous waste management, inventory control of waste containers and spill supplies, and lead recycling initiatives at Camp Dodge in Johnston, IA. The role emphasizes safety, compliance and collaboration with environmental teams.

The position is based on site with a standard weekday schedule, offering benefits and opportunities for professional growth within state government.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in natural science or equivalent combination of experience/education.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education substituting one year of full‑time professional work for each year (30 semester hours) of the required education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate hazardous waste management with Environmental Team and Iowa Army National Guard Personnel, including labeling, documentation and inspections.
• Manage the inventory of hazardous waste containers and emergency spill supplies.
• Oversee recycling program for cardboard, paper, scrap metal and wood, including operating an industrial baler and researching new opportunities.

Skills

Hazardous Waste Management

Supply Management

Recycling Program Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Natural Science

Job description

What We Are Seeking

The Department of Public Defense seeks to hire an Environmental Specialist

Who We Are

Our Agency directly supports the Iowa National Guard sustainment, readiness and modernization, providing support so they are able to fulfill their missions in Iowa’s communities or their work for the State during emergencies or times of need. We are madestrong by a highly qualified, diverse and talented staff. Working at the Iowa Department of Public Defense will provide you the opportunity for a robust career!

What You’ll Do

• Hazardous Waste Management: Work directly with Environmental Team and Iowa Army National Guard Personnel to schedule, organize and coordinate hazardous waste management. This will also include proper labeling, documentation, and inspections of all hazardous wastes.
• Supply Management: Manage the inventory of hazardous waste containers and emergency spill supplies
• Recycling Program Management: Manage the cardboard, paper, scrap metal, and wood recycling program. This will include operating an industrial bailer to bundle paper for recycling and researching future recycling opportunities.

Location and hours

Camp Dodge, 7105 NW 70th Ave. Johnston, IA 50131 and Monday‑Friday (Flexible Schedule).

Benefits

At the State of Iowa, we are committed to your well‑being. As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options.
• Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
• Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
• Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.
• Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.

To learn more about the benefits of working with the State of Iowa, visit our benefits webpage.

Why Choose Us?

Choose us for our strong team culture, positive work environment and opportunities for professional growth and development.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. An individual shall not be denied equal access to state employment opportunities because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or physical or mental disability. The State of Iowa is an E‑Verify employer. A complete package combining benefits, career and personal development is available here for you.Dive into our recruitment page to explore what sets us apart and come be a part of our team!

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in natural science;

OR

An equivalent combination of experience and education substituting one year of full‑time professional work in an environmental, radiation control, environmental health or food sanitation program for each year (30 semester hours) of the required education.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.