What are the responsibilities and job description for the BROWNFIELDS VOLUNTARY CLEANUP PROGRAM (VCP) SPECIALIST position at State of Hawaii?
Recruitment Information
This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Health, Environmental Health Administration, Hazard Evaluation and Emergency Response Office.
The position is located in Waipahu - Aiea on the Island of Oahu.
$4881-$5493 per month, salary commensurate w/ training and experience
If you have any questions regarding this non-civil service exempt position, please contact Mae Rose Bento at (808) 586-4249 or maerose.bento@doh.hawaii.gov.
The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this exempt position to the Department of Health.
Duties Summary
Exempt, non-civil service appointment. The Hazard Evaluation and Emergency Response Office (HEER) is responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of a State Response Program, Brownsfield Redevelopment and Hawaii’s Voluntary Cleanup Programs in conjunction with federal and state laws and regulations.
The primary purpose of this position is to provide scientific, technical and programmatic support to agencies participating in the state Brownfields program as it relates to HRS, HERL and CERCLA. This position will also participate in federal initiatives such as the Small business Liability Relief and Brownfields revitalization Act (PL 107-118).
This position provides outreach to property owners, prospective purchasers and developers on federal Brownfields protections and grant programs. This position also implements coordination program activities grant and revolving loan fund application, award procedures, investigations and financial management tracking.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, physics, biology, zoology, environmental engineering, public health or other field related to environmental planning or management.
EXPERIENCE: Two years of responsible professional work experience in chemistry, physicals, biology, zoology, environmental engineering, public health or other related to environmental planning or management which provides knowledge and skills appropriate to oil and hazardous materials environmental response management or investigation. The experience must have required the ability to apply scientific or technical field experience to environmental problems and to interpret the results of research and analysis by other professionals; review and comment on technical documents and conduct a variety of activities in a short timeframe.
Four years responsible professional work in environmental science or other closely related scientific fields environmental law or business/public administration which provided knowledge and skills appropriate to the administration and implementation of pollution control programs. The work must have required the ability to apply the scientific laws and principles of the field, and to interpret and evaluate the results of research and analysis by other professionals, review and comments on technical documents, knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, rules and policies relating to environmental response actions. Must also possess excellent written and oral communication skills, the proven ability to maintain working relationships with and communicate with community members, contractor, business and landowners, various government entities and the general public.
LICENSE: Possession of a valid State of Hawaii Driver’s License is preferred.
Who May Apply
LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK REQUIREMENT: The State of Hawaii requires that all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
Other Information
How to Apply:
Submit completed State of Hawai’i Application for Non-Civil Service Appointment with original signature, current resume, and salary requirements to:
Department of Health
Environmental Resources Office
2827 Waimano Home Road, Rm 310
Pearl City, HI 96782
Visit the Department of Health website at: https://health.hawaii.gov/employment/job-opportunities/
Direct all inquiries regarding this position to:
Mae Rose Bento at (808) 586-4249 or maerose.bento@doh.hawaii.gov.
For additional information, interested applicants may contact Gracelda Simmons at 808-586-4249
Recruitment is continuous until needs are met for position #106916. First consideration will be given to complete application packets received by April 15, 2025.
This position is exempt from civil service and considered temporary in nature. Therefore, if you are appointed to the position, your employment will be considered to be “at will,” which means that you may be discharged from your employment at the prerogative of your department head or designee at any time.
The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and environment for all people in Hawaii. Hawaii Department of Health supports a diverse-multicultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels, and creates an inclusive work environment, free from discrimination.
NOTE: The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Department of Health regarding this exempt position.
Salary : $4,881 - $5,493
