The primary purpose of this position is to implement environmental management programs on the base that meet or exceed federal, state and local standards. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

Duties

Develops, manages and implements environmental programs to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Conducts environmental compliance activities with other specialists and engineers. Performs environmental audits, identifies findings and provides recommendations for corrective actions and prepares reports. Implements base plans for pollution prevention, control of spills and releases of hazardous substances, and emergency responses. Participates in Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) emergency planning and response activities. Assembles data, and prepares environmental protection permit applications and revision for environmental programs. Prepares and submits various environmental reports and plans required by Air Force, major command, and regulatory agencies. Assures development and management of the programs for recycling, disposal and reclamation of waste fuels, oils, etc.; administers hazardous waste pickup and coordinates with the Defense Reutilization and marketing Office (DRMO). Develops schedules and sets milestones for accomplishing program goals. Incorporates federal, state, and local regulatory requirements into program design, implementation, and evaluation.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• May be required to travel by military or civilian passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments.
• Membership in professional organizations is encouraged.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Enviromental Protection Specialist Series 0028. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-9, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of environmental program principles, concepts, and practices and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments; a comprehensive, intensive, practical knowledge of a wide range of environmental programs and skill in applying this knowledge to the development of new methods, approaches, or procedures. OR EDUCATION: I have successfully completed a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position, such as Environment Engineering, Physical Science, Biological Science like education. NOTE: Must provide your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: I have less than the full amount of specialized experience required but I have more than 2 years of graduate level education with a major or subject area related to the position to be filled. NOTE: Must provide your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-9 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of environmental principles practices procedures, laws, regulations and current legislative issues; knowledge of hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling and disposal requirements, methods and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and an ability to interface effectively with technical and professional personnel, both military and civilian as well as representatives of the community and other agencies. Ability to provide technical support and consultation to all base organizations on methods to minimize, prevent and abate pollution. Skill in conducting environmental compliance inspections. Knowledge of environmental plan preparation; ability to develop and implement environmental plans such as, but not limited to the Hazardous Waste Management Plan, the Asbestos Abatement Plan, Hazardous Waste Analysis Plan, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan. Ability to plan and implement environmental education and training activities. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Youngstown ARS 3976 King Graves Road Unit 04 Youngstown ARS, OH 44473 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]