Environmental Scientist 04229 NWSS

North Wind Site Services is comprised of scientists and technical experts focused on providing program management and environmental remediation services including investigation and characterization, environmental restoration, remedial action, regulatory public involvement services, environmental compliance, logistics, and records and facility management.


POSITION PURPOSE:
Support environmental regulatory compliance projects at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), NM. The WSMR is regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), Federal Executive Orders, and WSMR environmental policy and guidelines. The position will be responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental Federal, State and WSMR regulations related to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), Clean Air Act (CAA), and other environmental areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to hazardous waste, universal waste and used oil.
• Collaborate with environmental scientists, planners, hazardous waste technicians, engineers, and other specialists to address environmental problems.
• Review waste characterization data and apply EPA hazardous waste identification codes.
• Conduct sampling of various environmental media, assist with data interpretation and reporting.
• Communicate scientific and regulatory information to clients, peers, and other site personnel through oral briefings, written documents, and formal meetings.
• Participate in field efforts as needed to support the successful execution of projects.
• Under the guidance of the Project Manager, evaluate analytical laboratory data and draw conclusions and make recommendations.
• Prepare, review, and update technical reports.

• Current OSHA HAZWOPER certification is preferred.
• Advanced Hazardous Waste Management Certification.
• DoT HazMat ground shipper certification.
• Working knowledge of hazardous waste management procedures.