Environmental Quality Project Associate

The Environmental Quality Project Associate is responsible for conducting environmental regulation work projects; assist the program and staff with a wide range of environmental projects. This position consists of a combination of field and office work.

· Provide assistance on environmental projects to the Program Manager and other staff members.

· Collect environmental field data from air, groundwater, surface water, soils, drums, tanks, lagoons, ponds and other media or items suspected of containing contaminants or for characterizations of other environmental parameters.

· Conduct research on issues related to environmental projects; compile historical data from Tribal, Federal and State agencies; enter environmental data/information into computer database and spreadsheet.

· Assist staff in developing and implementing environmental related projects with an emphasis on surface water, groundwater, soil and air programs; conduct facility inspections; implement Tribal ordinances; provide technical assistance on pollution prevention controls; conduct assessments and works on environmental permitting activities.

· Assists in environmental mapping projects and assist in coordinating field activities with federal agencies, consultants, Tribal departments and land owners/operators.

· Make presentations at public meetings and assist in developing federal grant proposals, and maintain program records.

· Review and comment on plans, specifications, designs, reports, studies and procedures relating to environmental management and compliance.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

· Knowledge of computer software, especially word processing, spreadsheets and databases.

· Skill in analyzing problems, identifying solutions and making recommendations in support of goals and objectives.

· Skill in planning, organizing data, conducting individual research and analyzing data.

· Skill in writing narrative reports as well as making oral presentations.

· Ability to follow directions, both verbally and written instructions.

· Ability to prepare required records and reports.

· Ability to apply learned skills to new work situations.

· Ability to make sound decision and have good judgment.

· Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the general public.

· Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Physical science, Biological Science, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a closely related field and a minimum of three (3) years field experience in environmental issues.

Tribal Driving Permit can be required.

BENEFITS:

The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin, Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the required documentation to the completed Employment Application.

Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)
Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)
Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)

HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING SUBMITTED.

Visit our GRIC website and apply online: www.gilariver.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,969.60 - $58,469.60 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Sacaton, AZ 85147 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sacaton, AZ 85147: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,970 - $58,470