Environmental Protection Specialist

Utilize an in-depth knowledge of all Federal and State regulations, such as RCRA, CERCLA, and Federal Code of Regulations governing the handling of hazardous materials and disposal of hazardous waste.

Utilize of organic and inorganic chemistry to HTW situations, to understand and advise on how different organic compounds react with each other, and the effects of various organic compounds and heavy metals on human beings and the environment.

Serve as Project ERGO Coordinator, (Environmental Review Guide for Operations); receives and provides information, and maintains communication with the District ERGO Coordinator.

Serve as Incident Commander for spills affecting the project. Annually trains "First Responders" to perform safe and effective spill contaminant actions.

Maintain certification for asbestos removal and either supervises asbestos removal contracts or assures proper removal and disposal of asbestos contaminated materials and fibers by the District Team.

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected.

See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army) Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer People with Disabilities, Schedule A Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Reinstatement Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience GS-09: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Assisting in the implementation of Federal, State, and local environmental rules and regulations (such as RCRA, CERCLA, and National Fire Code standards); 2) Conducting routine inspections of hazardous material and waste accumulation areas; and 3) Participating as an active response team member in hazardous substance spill containment and emergency response operations.

This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07).

OR Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.

OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Specialized Experience GS-11: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Managing the collection, compliant storage, inspection, transportation, and manifest documentation for the disposal of hazardous and toxic materials; 2) Planning, leading, and coordinating Oil and Hazardous Substance Incident (OHSI) and spill response activities; and 3) Overseeing environmental compliance programs involving drinking water, sewage treatment systems, stormwater runoff, and groundwater.

This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).

OR Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.

OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.

Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Time in Grade Requirement GS-11: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09).

Time in Grade Requirement GS-09: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-07).