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Environmental Scientist - Langley, VA

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Environmental Scientist

 

About Our Company:

Herndon Solutions Group (HSG) is a woman-owned small business, established in 2008, to provide environmental and safety, emergency planning, and occupational health services. HSG was founded on its core values – integrity, commitment, and teamwork –and integrate these values into each solution to ensure that customer goals and objectives are achieved. Our Corporate headquarters is located in Las Vegas, Nevada, but we have projects nationwide.

The HSG team is composed of energetic and qualified professionals who are committed to the company and its customers. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment.

 

About This Job Opportunity:

Herndon Solutions Group (HSG) is seeking a motivated, self-starting, client-focused individual to join a rapidly growing, environmental business in the areas of federal program, environmental and safety regulatory compliance, technical research, and writing. Qualified candidates will require past experience in a similar position with proven track record of success in a flexible, fast-paced environment.

 

HSG is seeking an Environmental Scientist at the NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, with responsibility in the following areas:

Responsibilities:

·        Ensure a consistent, systematic approach to achieving continuous compliance with all major environmental regulatory requirements.

·        Research and review federal regulations, state regulations, permits and local ordinances/codes to determine which operations will be assessed.

·        Design and implement a comprehensive multimedia environmental compliance assessment program for sites to include: auditing, reporting, database development, facility monitoring, record keeping, and development of proactive environmental management programs.

·        Conduct environmental audits to identify environmental compliance and management system implementation gaps, along with related corrective actions. These audits will include observations of site facilities and processes; interviews with facility personnel; review of relevant facility documents, permits, and plans; identifying conformance issues for each environmental media; and preparing reports of findings. conducts comprehensive environmental compliance.

·        Document findings and identify corrective actions for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

·        Work closely with facility and environmental managers to improve compliance processes, procedures, and equipment.

·        Support the development of environmental regulatory, compliance and management projects, written facility plans, and compliance reports.

·        Utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) techniques and software to produce maps for clients. 

·        Prepare concise site investigation reports that assess potential environmental liability risks and regulatory compliance at varied facilities.

 

Requirements:

Education:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related science field.

Experience & Certification:

·        A minimum of two (2) years of directly applicable, technically-related experience.

·        Multimedia environmental compliance as well as expertise in conducting general environmental multi-media inspections.

·        Experience with Geographic Information System (GIS) techniques and software to produce maps and client deliverables is a plus. 

·        It is highly desirable for the candidate to have at least one of the following:

                  
  • Demonstrated experience performing Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) site inspections, as administered by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality               
  • Be a Virginia certified Plan Reviewer and Inspector in accordance with Erosion and Sediment Controls and Storm Water Management regulations from the Commonwealth of Virginia.               
  • Certified as Class A and Class B Operator(s) in accordance with Underground Storage Tank regulations; 2 years of experience in a tank compliance program.               
  • Completed required training in Sections 106, 110, and 111 or have demonstrated 3 years work experience directly related to NHPA compliance               
  • DOT Hazmat Employee training in accordance with 49 CFR 172.700; 173.1(b)               
  • RCRA Hazardous Waste Management training in accordance with 40 CFR 262.34(a)(4); 264.16 and 265.16

Skills:

·        Be adept at interpreting, managing, and analyzing data. 

·        Must have strong communication (written and oral) skills.

·        Must be a self-starting, multi-tasker with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Other:

·        Must reside in the Hampton, Virginia area. Out-of-state or out-of-area candidates will not be considered.

·        Valid driver’s license required

 

If interested in this position, please submit cover letter and resume. Individuals who do not submit a cover letter will not be considered.

 

HSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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