Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

Are you looking for an opportunity that is more than a job? Plant your roots and grow with Clean Earth. Here at Clean Earth, you will have the opportunity for a career in the growing field of environmental sustainability. Clean Earth provides waste solutions to retailers, pharmacies, hospitals, government operations, harbors, manufacturers, and consumers. Clean Earth ensures a cleaner, greener planet for generations to come. You could be part of the solution!

Why join Clean Earth?

In addition to competitive pay, we also offer:

+ Health benefits available Day 1

+ 401k available Day 1

+ 10+ paid holidays/year

+ Free HAZWOPER training and certification

+ Overtime opportunities

+ Ability to be cross-trained into different roles

Clean Earth is a leading provider of environmental services with over 60 facilities throughout the U.S. We are a division of Enviri Corporation, a global powerhouse with over 11,000 employees. And we were recently named as one of **America's Most Loved Workplaces 2022 by Newsweek!**

Environmental Technicians are the backbone of our company. You’ll be joining a team of dedicated professionals with the opportunity to learn environmental regulations and how we remove hazardous materials from the waste stream. Once trained in this role, you will consolidate, treat, store, transport and/or dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with environmentally responsible and compliant practices, policies, and procedures. This is a physically active job where you’ll be lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds throughout the day, operating a forklift and other mobile equipment to move containers to and from storage and treatment areas and to load and unload trailers. You will complete required documentation accurately, timely and legibly in accordance with applicable regulations and customer policies, practices and procedures.

**Basic requirements:**

Ability to repeatedly lift and carry 50 pounds throughout the workday

Must have a valid state driver's licence

Ability to stand and walk over uneven surfaces for extended periods

Visual acuity to read labels and documentation; depth perception to safely drive forklifts

Ability to hear vehicle warning chimes and alarms

Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled conditions

Willingness and ability to wear company-issued personal protection equipment including safety glasses, hard had, steel toed shoes, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator (gentlemen – this means no beards)

**Preferred qualifications:**

Experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment

Basic computer skills to complete web-based training

Ability to understand and respond to written and verbal English

Ability to predictably and regularly attend work during scheduled hours. Must be willing and able to occasionally work nights, weekends and variable schedule(s) as necessary.

Ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers

Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Enviris Clean Earth’s website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Clean Earth offers the following alternate application procedure: Call toll free (833) 209-2659 and leave your name, phone number, city and state of residence. Clean Earth will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. This line is dedicated to disability applications only. No other inquiries will receive a response.

Are you looking for an opportunity that is more than a job? Plant your roots and grow with Clean Earth. Here at Clean Earth, you will have the opportunity for a career in the growing field of environmental sustainability. Clean Earth provides waste solutions to retailers, pharmacies, hospitals, government operations, harbors, manufacturers, and consumers. Clean Earth ensures a cleaner, greener planet for generations to come. You could be part of the solution!

Why join Clean Earth?

In addition to competitive pay, we also offer:

+ Health benefits available Day 1

+ 401k available Day 1

+ 10+ paid holidays/year

+ Free HAZWOPER training and certification

+ Overtime opportunities

+ Ability to be cross-trained into different roles

Clean Earth is a leading provider of environmental services with over 60 facilities throughout the U.S. We are a division of Enviri Corporation, a global powerhouse with over 11,000 employees. And we were recently named as one of **America's Most Loved Workplaces 2022 by Newsweek!**

Environmental Technicians are the backbone of our company. You’ll be joining a team of dedicated professionals with the opportunity to learn environmental regulations and how we remove hazardous materials from the waste stream. Once trained in this role, you will consolidate, treat, store, transport and/or dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with environmentally responsible and compliant practices, policies, and procedures. This is a physically active job where you’ll be lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds throughout the day, operating a forklift and other mobile equipment to move containers to and from storage and treatment areas and to load and unload trailers. You will complete required documentation accurately, timely and legibly in accordance with applicable regulations and customer policies, practices and procedures.

**Basic requirements:**

Ability to repeatedly lift and carry 50 pounds throughout the workday

Must have a valid state Driver's License

Ability to stand and walk over uneven surfaces for extended periods

Visual acuity to read labels and documentation; depth perception to safely drive forklifts

Ability to hear vehicle warning chimes and alarms

Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled conditions

Willingness and ability to wear company-issued personal protection equipment including safety glasses, hard had, steel toed shoes, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator (gentlemen – this means no beards)

**Preferred qualifications:**

Experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment

Basic computer skills to complete web-based training

Ability to understand and respond to written and verbal English

Ability to predictably and regularly attend work during scheduled hours. Must be willing and able to occasionally work nights, weekends and variable schedule(s) as necessary.

Ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers

Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Enviris Clean Earth’s website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Clean Earth offers the following alternate application procedure: Call toll free (833) 209-2659 and leave your name, phone number, city and state of residence. Clean Earth will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. This line is dedicated to disability applications only. No other inquiries will receive a response.

Are you looking for more than a job? Here at Clean Earth, you’ll have the opportunity for a career in the growing field of environmental sustainability. We provide sweeping solutions to retailers, pharmacies, hospitals, government operations, harbors, manufacturers and consumers, ensuring a cleaner, greener planet for generations to come. You could be part of the solution!

Why join Clean Earth?

In addition to competitive pay, we also offer:

+ Health benefits available Day 1

+ 401k available Day 1

+ 10+ paid holidays/year

+ Free HAZWOPER training and certification

+ Overtime opportunities

+ Ability to be cross-trained into different roles

Clean Earth is a leading provider of environmental services with over 60 facilities throughout the U.S. We are a division of Harsco Corporation, a global powerhouse with over 11,000 employees. And we were recently named as one of America's Most Loved Workplaces 2022 by Newsweek!

Environmental Technicians are the backbone of our company. You’ll be joining a team of dedicated professionals with the opportunity to learn environmental regulations and how we remove hazardous materials from the waste stream. Once trained in this role, you will consolidate, treat, store, transport and/or dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with environmentally responsible and compliant practices, policies, and procedures. This is a physically active job where you’ll be lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds throughout the day, operating a forklift and other mobile equipment to move containers to and from storage and treatment areas and to load and unload trailers. You will complete required documentation accurately, timely and legibly in accordance with applicable regulations and customer policies, practices and procedures.

This is a first shift position.

**Basic requirements:**

+ Ability to repeatedly lift and carry 50 pounds throughout the workday

+ Ability to stand and walk over uneven surfaces for extended periods

+ Visual acuity to read labels and documentation; depth perception to safely drive forklifts

+ Ability to hear vehicle warning chimes and alarms

+ Ability to work outdoors in all climate conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled conditions

+ Willingness and ability to wear company-issued personal protection equipment including safety glasses, hard had, steel toed shoes, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator (gentlemen – this means no beards)

**Preferred qualifications:**

+ Experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment

+ Basic computer skills to complete web-based training

+ Ability to understand and respond to written and verbal English

+ Ability to predictably and regularly attend work during scheduled hours. Must be willing and able to occasionally work nights, weekends and variable schedule(s) as necessary.

+ Ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers

Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Clean Earth’s website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Clean Earth offers the following alternate application procedure: Call toll free (833) 209-2659 and leave your name, phone number, city and state of residence. Clean Earth will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. This line is dedicated to disability applications only. No other inquiries will receive a response.

Summary The Northern Arizona VA Health Care System is recruiting for a Hospital Housekeeping Officer and is the Chief of the Environmental Management Service (EMS). The incumbent is responsible for managing all sections of EMS. Responsibilities Duties include, but are not limited to the following: The Chief, EMS, reports to the Associate Director and is responsible for the planning, organization, staffing, controlling, evaluation and directing of the functions of a total EMS operation which is integrated with all professional and administrative services. Determines long-range, intermediate, and short-range program goals and policies independently and/or jointly with top management. Has direct impact in the VA Medical Center (VAMC) Accident Review Board, Infection Control, Water Safety, Emergency Management, Perioperative, Parking Oversight, and Green Environment Management System (GEMS) Committees, Environment of Care (EOC) Rounds program, and Activations meetings. Makes decisions concerning overall resource needs, what programs/projects should be initiated, modified, or curtailed, what resources to devote to programs/projects, the distribution and redistribution of resources, and the desirability of changes in organizational structure. Develops procedures for reducing operating costs without impairing overall organizational effectiveness and prepares an annual business plan to be presented to upper management. Makes propriety of decisions on EMS actions within the framework of laws, regulations, and policies. He/she is directly involved in accomplishing the total mission of the VAMC and may be called upon by the Director to participate in special studies, pilot programs or activities of importance throughout the VHA. Prepares, maintains, and monitors work plans for staff utilization. Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Work Schedule: Compressed/Flexible: Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Hospital Housekeeping Officer (Environmental Management Service Chief)/PD145900 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 04/09/2024. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-12 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-11. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-11 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Experience that demonstrated a practical working knowledge of the basic principles of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology as applied to environmental sanitation, infection control, and to the choice and use of antimicrobial agents in the disinfection, sanitization, and/or sterilization of surfaces and equipment; experience in laundry and linen management; experience that demonstrated a knowledge of waste management, including the requirements relating to hazardous, toxic, and infectious wastes and provisions for their final disposition; and experience that demonstrated a knowledge of pest management, including alternative methods of control and the selection and application of chemicals. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Administration and Management Communication Manages Human Resources Organizational Stewardship Technical Competence 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: Although many of the incumbent's duties are sedentary in nature, staff meetings, environmental rounds, conducting training sessions, inspections and supervisory duties require walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling and reaching. The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing or moving about in an instructional environment or walking, with some recurring stretching, reaching, or similar activities; and recurring carrying or lifting of books, paper, binders, laptop computers, manuals, etc. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Education There is no educational substitution at this grade level. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional Information Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal/VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified: applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors, and who are proficient in most of the required competencies of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Summary Position serves as the Environmental Protection Specialist for the Northern Arizona Veterans Affairs Healthcare System Occupational Safety and Health Service Line. The purpose of this position is to provide environmental expertise and support in on or more specialized environmental fields. The Green Environmental Management System (GEMS) Program Manager provides professional technical services related to environmental issues and program planning to achieve compliance with proposed regulations. Responsibilities ***Compressed or alternate work scheduled and/or Telework: Ad-Hoc can be offered to highly qualified applicants*** ***Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized to highly qualified applicants*** Major duties include, but are not limited to: Environmental Protection Specialist is responsible for interpreting policy, laws, regulation, Executive Orders, and directives related to National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and management of the GEMS Program. Advises stakeholders, federal, and state partner agencies on federal responsibilities and the requirements of NEPA and EPA, the Council on Environmental Quality regulations (40 CFR 1500-1508), and implementation to assure compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Reviews, analyses, and recommends modifications to existing environmental programs and practices. Determines whether such practices comply with applicable standards and determines requirements needed to meet continuously changing regulations. Completes and manages environmental analysis; environmental regulatory and compliance evaluations; risk assessments; assessments of past environmental practices; implementation of environmental regulations and policy, requiring interpretation of laws, orders, regulations, and agency guidance; and technical direction and guidance to other specialists. Advises executive leadership on the status of environmental programs and recommends changes in the design of facility programs to meet new environmental requirements. Interacts with federal, state, and local environmental agencies with respect to facility environmental issues. Independently schedules and leads environmental inspections. Provides technical direction to facility staff and contract support staff on environmental issues and program planning to achieve compliance with proposed regulations. Environmental protection programs are designed to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing air emissions, hazardous materials and hazardous waste, oil spills, water quality, and the storage of regulated substances (e.g., petroleum products, chemicals, and wastes) and to alleviate the adverse impacts of human activities on the environment. Maintains 100% accountability of waste manifests. Analyze and propose recommendations concerning capital improvement of expenditures affecting specific programs and service areas. Ensures that regulatory reports to the State agency are accurate and timely. Reviews construction project plans and specifications for pollution control features to ensure compliance with established standards. Advises management of any permit requirements needed to comply with federal, state, or local administrative requirements. Actively participates in construction projects as the technical expert on environmental issues. Provides guidelines to improve operation and maintenance of environmentally related systems and functions. Assists design engineers in the preparation of operation and maintenance manuals. Systematically inspects on-site operations, maintenance procedures, and record-keeping practices to ensure compliance with established policies. Exercises judgement and broad perspective in applying a thorough knowledge of the principles, concepts, and practices relating to environmental protection programs as they concern problems of organizing, planning, funding, and controlling environmental activities. Participates in coordinating activities with municipal, state, regionals, and federal environmental regulatory agencies. Reviews laws, codes, and regulations promulgated by environmental control agencies at all levels and assess their impact on operations and real property in terms of changes in both equipment and dollar requirements. Performs periodic on-site inspections of facilities to determine compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental, hazardous materials, and waste standards. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Environmental Protection Specialist/PD142370 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized for highly qualified candidates Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this jo Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 04/12/2024. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-11 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS9. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment.You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-9 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Manages environmental programs; plans, organizes, implements, and provides technical assistance for projects to resolve environmental problems; manages response to environmental emergencies; develops, implements, and maintains effective programs for the identification, collection, and disposal of hazardous wastes; measures the effectiveness of existing environmental programs and recommends modifications to existing programs as needed to meet changing environmental requirements; determines compliance with environmental regulations and policies, permit requirements, contract clauses; and evaluates the effectiveness of hazardous property management systems. OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.M. OR, Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond a master's or equivalent graduate education. Preferred: One year experienced as Green Environmental Management System (GEMS) Program Manager/Coordinator. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Compliance Decision Making Environmental Engineering Hazardous Materials 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: Some physical effort may be required with audits of waste storage areas (e.g., walking, standing, bending, hand dexterity, climbing, carrying of items, and driving of government motor vehicles). For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Education A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional Information Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal/VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified: applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors, and who are proficient in most of the required competencies of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Environmental Scientist/Sr

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Date: Apr 5, 2024

Location: TONOPAH, AZ, US, 85354

Company: APS

Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

Summary

We are currently seeking an Environmental Scientist or Environmental Scientist Sr to join us at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station. As an Environmental Scientist, you will use your knowledge of the natural sciences, gained through formal education and/or direct experience, to contribute to site projects and environmental programs that ensure safe and efficient operation of our nuclear plant. The Environmental Scientist role for the station is to identify problems and find solutions that minimize hazards to the health of the environment and the population.

Environmental Scientist major responsibilities include: maintaining the site’s compliance with Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations and regulating authorities, interpretation of complex regulations for site implementation, maintaining environmental permits, record keeping, data trending, performing environmental sampling and other field work, writing regulatory correspondence, and leading or assisting with inspections. Our team is in search of an Air Quality scientist or related expertise to join our team of experts.

Minimum Requirements

Environmental Scientist:

A four-year Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology) or other field from an accredited college or university, with specific coursework and/or internship experience which included conducting field studies, sampling and analysis, etc. Minimum 2 years' experience in a related Environmental Science field or discipline.

In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a combination of college coursework and directly related work experience equaling six (6) years is required. Certification or licensure preferred.

Environmental Scientist Sr:

A four-year Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology) or other job-related field from an accredited college or university plus four (4) years' directly related experience in environmental (with at least 2 years concentrated experience in Air, Water or Waste management systems); OR Master's degree in science related field plus two (2) years' experience in Environmental related position. In lieu of bachelors' degree, combination of college coursework and experience equaling eight (8) years. Certification or licensure preferred.

Nuclear requirement: Working knowledge of the ISO 14001 quality standards and some experience with the development, operation, and maintenance of Environmental Management Systems is a plus. Any PVNGS employee may be called upon to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Organization (ERO) and will be expected to fulfill their obligation as an ERO member. This is a condition of employment at PVNGS. Roles and Responsibilities defined in Policy 1503 and implementing policy guide are applicable to all PVNGS employees. Any PVNGS employee may be called upon to support a refueling or short-notice outage. This includes line roles and responsibilities as necessary to execute outage activities.

Major Accountabilities

1) Regularly conducts scientific studies to support the safe and efficient operation of business units or plants within the organization.

2) Participates in the operations of facilities for environmental compliance and identifies potential noncompliance issues.

3) Resolves various environmental problems by utilizing knowledge, process and procedures.

4) Conducts scientific investigations which may include sampling, analyzing test results, and interpreting trends to determine waste characterization. May also be called upon to participate in cause investigations and report findings to management.

5) Operates, maintains and monitors operating systems (e.g., water treatment and waste disposal) to ensure compliance with established guidelines. Provides technical support and maintenance of operating systems.

6) Oversees the use of appropriate sampling and monitoring procedures and guidelines.

7) May be responsible to ship various waste (hazardous waste, TSCA, and used oil) from field locations, apply proper shipping name, profile the waste with disposal company.

8) Reviews and evaluates proposed and existing codes, standards, regulations, and guidelines to determine the impact on programs and facility modifications

9) Provides technical guidance to field personnel in interpreting and monitoring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry guidelines.

10) Provides Quality Control (QC) oversight of field sampling / data collection.

11) Develops schedule of inspections and samplings based on regulatory and permit requirements.

12) Assembles and verifies data for routine to complex metric reports.

13) Provides and participates in reviewing technical documents for internal and external audit groups. Participate in conducting environmental training to frontline employees

14) Keeps current on the changes developing in the regulations and legislation.

15) Provides guidance to less experienced Specialists and technicians. May act as lead person or technical advisor on small projects & participates in conducting environmental training to Frontline employees.

16) Evaluates and recommends field sampling equipment and supplies.

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Arizona Public Service is a smoke free workplace.

Hybrid Role:

This position combines working in the office and at home, based on the needs of the business. The schedule will be determined with the hired employee and leadership, but the ultimate decision is the company's.

Any PVGS employees may be called upon for random Fitness for Duty (FFD) testing during scheduled working hours. Employees, if off-site, must report to FFD at Palo Verde as soon as reasonably practicable, but no more than 120 minutes after being notified. Employees who are onsite when notified will have no more than 60 minutes to report after being notified.

**This opportunity is posted as a Full-Time position with the MSLLC/OCED team. However, a consulting / 1099 option may be available.**

**Who we are…**

Management Solutions is a national award-winning management consulting firm that specializes in clean energy program management, organizational maturity assessment, environmental services, and project strategy and implementation. We deliver simple, innovative solutions to complex problems facing our federal customers. Founded in 2002, MSLLC has been named Small Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Department of Energy, and the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. MSLLC has also been recognized as one of the Top Employers in the Greater Knoxville area.

**This position will work closely with** the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) which is a multi-technology office responsible for overseeing more than $27B of investment in large scale demonstrations in emerging technologies such as clean hydrogen, carbon capture, advanced nuclear reactors, grid-scale energy storage, industrial emissions reductions as well as demonstrations in rural and socioeconomically disadvantaged regions.

**This position is remote, with the expectation that candidates can work during Eastern Time Zone office hours. Residency in the United States is a mandatory requirement.**

**Job Responsibilities:**

+ Conduct independent engineering / due diligence technical advisory reviews of the environmental health and safety aspects of clean energy technologies and projects.

+ Able to evaluate the environmental health and safety aspects of project

+ Identify key gaps / needs as it relates to environmental health and safety aspects of project.

+ Identify project risks and risks mitigants of environmental health and safety of projects.

+ Articulate recommendations for improvement (when necessary).

+ Work in teams and independently to provide engineering expertise on environmental health and safety aspects of projects.

+ Draft independent engineering / due diligence reports on evaluated systems.

+ Able to draft a data table and risk table (as part of an independent engineering / due diligence report or otherwise).

+ Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication – communicating succinctly and clearly.

+ Liaise with a variety of stakeholders when providing engineering expertise (e.g., clients, technology providers, regulatory agencies).

**Qualifications:**

+ **This position is remote, with the expectation that candidates can work during Eastern Time Zone office hours. Residency in the United States is a mandatory requirement.**

+ Bachelor’s Degree (arts or science) in a field supporting environmental, health, and safety education is required.

+ Background in industrial EH&S systems.

+ Experience providing independent engineering, technical advisory, or due diligence.

+ Minimum of 10 years’ experience practicing in this field, preferably trained in current EH&S topics.

+ Current certification in EH&S is preferred.

+ Comprehensive understanding of industry-accepted Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) guidelines is a plus.

+ Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Management Solutions LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

_This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship._

_We’re expanding our factory network and introducing a new manufacturing facility designed with the climate in mind. Our Glendale, Arizona production factory is a brand new, state-of-the-art facility and distribution center with cutting-edge technology and advanced systems designed with sustainability at the forefront. Innovative water recycling processes, zero waste to landfill, and fully recyclable product packaging made from food-safe materials are just some of the programs we’ve implemented to support Nestlé’s ambition for zero environmental impact by 2030._

**POSITION SUMMARY:**

The Sr. Safety, Health, & Environmental (SH&E) Manager has responsibility for the Safety, Health, and Environmental management systems for the facility which includes a factory and distribution center, in alignment with the company’s Safety, Health, & Environmental programs. This position will serve as a catalyst and expert resource to promote and develop an innovative and proactive safety culture within the facility. The Sr. SH&E Manager reports directly to the Sr. Factory Manager.

**PRIMARY RESPONSBILITIES:**

+ Provide strategic leadership and partnership to the site leadership team, while managing internal and external stakeholders.

+ Utilize change management to drive implementation of safety systems and processes.

+ Serve as a coach, functional expert, and change agent to drive behavior-based safety programs, safety as a value culture, environmental excellence, and continuous improvement.

+ Integrate and drive functional efforts to achieve and maintain third party SH&E certifications.

+ Collaborate with other facility functions (purchasing, engineering, maintenance, quality assurance, etc.) to ensure new products, capital projects, and functional activities are aligned with the facility SH&E objectives.

+ Oversee training programs for safety incident prevention and protection and environmental management.

+ Partner with HR on health and well-being programming.

+ Coordinate and oversee SH&E performance, prevention, and directs activities at the facility.

+ Develop and implement processes and procedures to ensure facility, employee, visitor, and contractor compliance are within compliance to company and regulatory agency safety and environmental policies, including related federal, state, and local legislation and regulations.

+ Lead continuous improvement teams such as the SH&E Pillar.

+ Actively participate on corporate/divisional SH&E teams, initiatives, and projects.

**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:**

+ Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in an environmental and/or safety-related discipline.

+ Minimum 7 years of experience in leading safety, loss control, risk management, environmental, and/or occupational health activities. Experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.

+ Minimum of 3 years of experience with leading teams, projects, and/or cross functional initiatives

+ Experience with SH&E programs including hazardous and non-hazardous waste, wastewater, air permitting, chemical management, natural resource management, energy control and isolation, confined space entry, hazard communication, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, and powered industrial truck safety preferred.

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It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer* seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [email protected] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467

*Note: Nespresso is not a federal contractor and does not maintain affirmative action programs

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

**Overview**

Kimley-Horn's Mesa, AZ office is seeking an Environmental Scientist with 4+ years of experience to join their Environmental Energy team! This is not a remote position.

**Responsibilities**

+ Assisting with or leading biology surveys, including biological reconnaissance, vegetation mapping, special-status plant surveys, jurisdictional delineations, focused species surveys and/or pre-construction clearance surveys.

+ Drafting or leading preparation of due diligence, focused survey, habitat assessment, biological technical reports, biological sections of NEPA documents, annual reports, restoration plans and jurisdictional delineation reports, including analyzing impacts and identifying mitigation measures.

+ Maintaining accurate field notes and maps, project files, work logs, etc.

+ Providing high-quality work products on schedule and within budget.

+ Participating in business development by keeping resume current, doing a great job on projects, and looking for possible leads for new work.

+ Preparing or assisting project managers with proposals and augments for private and public projects.

**Qualifications**

+ 4+ years of relevant experience, experience in an environmental science, including botany, biology or other related field

+ Bachelors or Masters Degree in including botany, biology or other related field Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, Biology, or related field

+ Ecological field work experience

+ Demonstrated experience independently conducting biological resource assessments/evaluations

+ Experience with field data collection methods and equipment

+ Demonstrated experience preparing biological technical reports

+ Ability to hike long distances over varying terrain under varying weather conditions

+ Valid Arizona Driver’s License with a clean driving record over the last 3 years

+ Willingness and flexibility to travel for projects as needed

+ Working knowledge or strong interest in ArcGIS

+ Interest in working with planners and designers to avoid and minimize ecological impacts

+ Desire to provide exceptional client service

**Why Kimley-Horn?**

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 16 years!

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**Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.**

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

**Posted Date** _1 day ago_ _(4/2/2024 6:35 PM)_

**_ID_** _2024-12643_

**_Education_** _Bachelor's Degree_

**_Discipline/Focus_** _Environmental_

**Minimum Required Experience**

+ B.S. Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology

+ E.I.T. or G.I.T. registration a plus

+ 5 years of experience in the environmental engineering field

+ Hazwoper 40-hour training, AHERA certification, additional certifications a plus

**Additional Requirements**

+ May require a truck for use on-the-job

+ Current driver’s license without restrictions

+ Acceptable, 39-month driving record

+ If driving his own vehicle, a certificate of current vehicle insurance evidencing minimum statutory requirements

+ Access to e-mail

+ Must be willing to occasionally travel out-of-town on work assignments

+ Must be able to work in a variety mediums (soil, water, and gas) in collecting samples

+ Must be able to work in dusty, sometimes noisy environments

+ Must be willing and able to conduct sometimes physically demanding work outdoors in the Arizona climate at all times of the year

+ Must be able to climb ladders and work with a variety of hand tools, including a shovel, pick, ten-pound slide hammer, and or manually-driven vapor probes

+ Must have the ability to safely enter all confines of a structure which may include sub-floor rooms/crawl spaces, attics, and roof access

+ Must be capable of remaining alert and upright at all times while on the job

+ Must be able to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time; may be required to walk and/or carry/handle loads on uneven, unstable terrain

+ Must be able to recognize and respond quickly to sounds on a jobsite

+ Must be able to recognize and respond to situations that arise on a jobsite

**Job Responsibilities**

+ Consistently shows up for work as scheduled

+ Drives to project locations

+ Mentors and directs Environmental Specialists/Technicians conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)

+ Conducts Phase I ESAs on complicated/large scale properties per ASTM standards including data collection, site reconnaissance, interviews, and preparation of draft reports

+ Perform Phase II ESAs, including contractor oversight, building inspections, data collection, oversight of drilling operations, quality assurance, field sample collection/transport, decontamination of equipment, and documentation of field work/activities

+ Prepares draft reports for those projects for which he/she conducted the research/field activities

+ Once trained and operating independently, completes tasks and submits completed paperwork/reports within appropriate time frame

+ Promptly notifies supervisor, project manager(s), and or dispatcher of problems or changes that arise on projects

+ Answers calls from supervisor, project manager(s), and/or dispatcher as soon as can reasonably be expected and, if unable to answer call immediately, returns call at the first opportunity

+ Adheres to established safety procedures

**Communication Skills**

+ Must be fluent in English

+ Written – Handwriting must be legible; must be able to compose correspondence and prepare required reports completely and accurately; proficiency in spelling, grammar, and technical writing is a must

+ Verbal – Must be able to receive, and follow through on, instructions from superiors; Maintains lines of communications and communicates effectively with supervisor, co-workers, clients, contractors, and agencies

**Personal Skills**

+ Attitude – Presents a professional demeanor to management, co-workers, clients, and subcontractors; demonstrates a predisposition for working as a part of a team; demonstrates an interest in work

+ Willingness – Completes assigned tasks with diligence and without complaint; does what is necessary to get the job done on time

+ Efficiency/Accuracy – Work is typically performed correctly the first time. Demonstrates the ability to prioritize, re-prioritize, coordinate, and accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously

+ Initiative – Once assigned tasks are complete, searches out other work that needs to be performed or requests instructions from supervisor

**About UES**

UES is a national leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental Consulting, Occupational Health & Safety, Virtual Design Consulting, and Building Envelope. With over 3,400 team members across 70+ branches in the United States, UES provides essential engineering services to some of the most prominent and significant projects in the country. As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group’s Hot Firm list in 2021 and 2022, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future.

**Our Team Members**

Our team members bring unique skill sets, licenses and certifications, and experience to our firm, which diversifies our team and allows us to provide a wide variety of services uniquely **grounded in excellence** . Our team STRIVES to uphold our core values of **safety, teamwork, responsiveness, integrity, value, and excellence** to ensure we meet client expectations, support our communities, and build a strong, reliable team. Our UES team members are kind, passionate, and driven, which creates collaborative workspaces and a sense of camaraderie among our team members. At UES, we are eager to hire, teach, and train the next generation of industry leaders and learn from the expertise of each team member who walks through our doors. **To learn more about UES, visit** **teamues.com**

**Our Benefits**

We understand that our team members are the glue that holds our business together. We value the individual contributions of each person, and we show this by offering comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance options, PTO, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and so much more. If you have additional questions about our benefits, please contact our Recruitment team at [email protected]

Check out our website: UES (http://teamues.com/)

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_EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job._

**Team:** Environmental Department

**Work Type:** Full-Time

**Location Type:** onsite