Under the general supervision of the Manager, Risk Management, the Environmental Specialist develops, implements, documents, and recommends modifications of WFEC's environmental compliance program, processes and procedures. The incumbent coordinates and/or performs environmental testing as required. In addition, the incumbent acts as a subject matter expert on environmental related questions and issues.
DUTIES
Other duties may be assigned. Develops, implements, documents, and recommends modifications of operating procedures and processes to ensure that WFEC is compliant with all EPA, DEQ and RUS rules and regulations. Implements environmental compliance processes and procedures. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable governmental rules, standards, regulations or requirements related to environmental compliance including but not limited to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and Rural Utility Service (RUS). Acts as a subject matter expert for WFEC staff and other departments on these topics. Coordinates and/or conducts environmental tests including but not limited to air, water, and solid waste testing as assigned. Coordinates and/or assists with environmental audits, data gathering, analysis and reporting. Reviews and implements new environmental regulations as assigned. Evaluates and implements environmental equipment changes primarily related to monitoring. Facilitates execution of vendor work scopes and contractual requirements. Provides support both orally and in writing to operations personnel regarding the implementation of environmental compliance requirements. Identifies compliance issues requiring mitigation and assists with the development of mitigating procedures. Identifies and reports any actual or potential compliance violations. Uses computer software to gather, analyze, and present environmental data. Attends user group meetings and training as assigned. Supports other environmental staff as assigned.
COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Analytical: Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Professional Knowledge: Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into applications; Uses feedback to modify recommendations; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Oral and Written Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings; Writes clearly and informatively; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected outcomes.
Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Customer Service: Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments to customers.
Cost Consciousness: Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors required.
Education and Experience: Requires a Bachelor's degree in environmental science or a related field and two years of experience related to environmental compliance. Directly related experience may be substituted for education at the rate of two years of experience for one year of education. Preference will be given to candidate(s) that have experience in air (coordinating stack testing, QA/QC on CEMS systems, familiar with CEMS software), NEPA (RUS requirements, endangered species, cultural resources),Water (NPDES, stormwater, SPCC), or other environmental experience.
Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical documents and procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of employees, managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, trigonometry, calculus and differential equations. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills: Proficient at operating personal computers using Microsoft Office Suite.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Current driver's license required.
WORK SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS: This job may require a work schedule in excess of a 40 hour week and travel on short notice.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment may be usually quiet. Periodically, the incumbent will be exposed to higher noise levels and outside environments.
MUST MEET ALL PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
MINORITIES AND WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
WFEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
M/F/D/V
Other duties may be assigned. Develops, implements, documents, and recommends modifications of operating procedures and processes to ensure that WFEC is compliant with all EPA, DEQ and RUS rules and regulations. Implements environmental compliance processes and procedures. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable governmental rules, standards, regulations or requirements related to environmental compliance including but not limited to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and Rural Utility Service (RUS). Acts as a subject matter expert for WFEC staff and other departments on these topics. Coordinates and/or conducts environmental tests including but not limited to air, water, and solid waste testing as assigned. Coordinates and/or assists with environmental audits, data gathering, analysis and reporting. Reviews and implements new environmental regulations as assigned. Evaluates and implements environmental equipment changes primarily related to monitoring. Facilitates execution of vendor work scopes and contractual requirements. Provides support both orally and in writing to operations personnel regarding the implementation of environmental compliance requirements. Identifies compliance issues requiring mitigation and assists with the development of mitigating procedures. Identifies and reports any actual or potential compliance violations. Uses computer software to gather, analyze, and present environmental data. Attends user group meetings and training as assigned. Supports other environmental staff as assigned.
COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Analytical: Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Professional Knowledge: Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into applications; Uses feedback to modify recommendations; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Oral and Written Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings; Writes clearly and informatively; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected outcomes.
Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Customer Service: Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments to customers.
Cost Consciousness: Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.
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