EPA Specialist

Ponca City Development Authority; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaw Nation EPA Programs seeks an Environmental Specialist to conduct field work and support environmental objectives across water, air, and indoor air quality projects. The role requires coordination, safety discipline, and the ability to present technical material.

Ideal candidate has an associate’s degree in environmental science or related field, capable of leading a small field team, and able to travel for trainings and conferences. Pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• Must have an associate’s in environmental science or a related field.
• Ability to undertake field work and lead a small team.
• Must communicate well, both verbally and in writing, and present technical material.

Responsibilities

• Complete water quality sampling and monitoring.
• Complete air quality monitoring.
• Complete indoor air quality sampling and/or monitoring.
• Lead a team in prescribed burns such as wetlands.
• Organize outreach programs such as recycling and community cleanup.
• Perform other duties as assigned by EPA Director.

Skills

Environmental science background

Field work leadership

Communication skills

Laboratory experience

Safety procedures

Driver's license

Education

Associate's degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

EPA Environmental Specialist

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: EPA Director

CONTROLLING SUPERVISOR: Chair

STATUS:Regular, Full-Time

LOCATION:Kaw City, OK

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have an associate’s in environmental science or a related field with the ability to withstand outside harsh environments. This individual must be able to physically lift at least 50lbs. Must be able to set priorities, organize, coordinate work efficiently, and establish good personal relations with other office workers and work independently and creatively. Must be able to communicate well, both verbally and written format, and prepare and present technically correct and detailed material through presentations. Must be able to lead a small team independently in field work. Must have lab experience and understand safety procedure. Must be able to attend out-of-state trainings, certifications, and conferences to further their knowledge in environmental work. Must be at least eighteen years of age, possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable.

OVERVIEW:

The Environmental Specialist will be required to conduct environmental field work as instructed and participate in environmental objectives, goals, and activities of all Kaw Nation EPA Programs. The applicant must demonstrate the potential to succeed in the job and the ability to complete on-the-job training and certification.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Complete water quality sampling and monitoring.
2. Complete air quality monitoring.
3. Complete indoor air quality sampling and/or monitoring.
4. Lead a team in prescribed, burns such as wetlands.
5. Organize outreach programs such as recycling, educational outreach activities, community cleanup.
6. Any other duties that may be assigned and required by the EPA Director.

Indian Preference considered with verification of Indian Heritage

Veteran Preference considered with verification

All new hires will be required by the Kaw Nation to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Failure to pass the pre-employment drug screen or background check will lead to withdrawal of the job offer or termination of employment.