What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Specialist II | U.S. Venture position at US Venture?
DIVISION : Corporate POSITION SUMMARY Conduct monitoring and evaluate environmental risks affecting the company. Develop guidance, programs and plans for compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Communicate environmental compliance deficiencies with recommendations for solving deficiencies to executive team and appropriate managers. Conduct training. Manage remediation and Phase 1 and 2 projects associated with acquisitions and divestitures. Obtain permits and registrations. Conduct oversight of operating division environmental functions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, measure and evaluate environmental compliance programs, especially an Environmental Management System or Environmental Information Management System
Conduct training of company associates to ensure they understand their role and duties in environmental programs
Arrange and conduct environmental audits of corporate assets and contracted waste handlers. Communicate deficiencies and develop recommendations for deficiencies
Submit all environmental reports such as SARA 311, 312 and 313, Hazardous Waste Activity and NPDES Reports accurately and by established deadlines
Manage Spill Response Activities
Coordinate remediation of company owned properties
Conduct or arrange property acquisition audits and develop recommendations based on findings
Act as corporate contact in response to inquiries from regulatory agencies, lawmakers, professional groups, news agencies, planning committees and the general public in a fashion consistent with company policies and philosophies
Obtain permits, licenses, approvals and exemptions as required to comply with regulations
Monitor environmental laws, regulations and technologies and keep the Company abreast of changes
Arrange for contract services such as hazardous waste disposal, emissions monitoring and testing, system design and engineering
Create and maintain environmental records according to retention policies
Complete Environmental reports with minimal assistance, including;
Air Emissions Inventories
Discharge Monitoring Reports
Certifications of Compliance
EPCRA Tier II
Hazardous Waste Activity Reports
Write Compliance Plans with minimal assistance, including;
Facility Response Plans
Storm Water Management Plans
Waste Management Plans
Hazardous Waste Contingency Plans
Cultivate U.S. Venture’s values while inspiring, empowering, recognizing, and guiding team members
Live our values of High Performance, Caring Relationships, Strategic Foresight, and Entrepreneurial Spirit
Find A Better Way by championing continuous improvement and quality control efforts to identify opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization
Continuously learn and develop self professionally
Support corporate efforts for safety, government compliance, and all other company policies & procedures
Perform other related duties as required and assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Four-Year Science degree (Biology, Chemistry, Geology/Earth Science, Environmental Science, Safety) or Engineering
5 years or more working as an Environmental specialist or equivalent position
Hold a relevant certification, such as an EIT, PE, CHMM or REM; or have 10 years or more working as an Environmental Specialist or equivalent position
Roughly 30% - 50% travel required or the role
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)
U.S. Venture requires that a team member have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.
U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.
U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at (920) 739-6101 .
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, measure and evaluate environmental compliance programs, especially an Environmental Management System or Environmental Information Management System
Conduct training of company associates to ensure they understand their role and duties in environmental programs
Arrange and conduct environmental audits of corporate assets and contracted waste handlers. Communicate deficiencies and develop recommendations for deficiencies
Submit all environmental reports such as SARA 311, 312 and 313, Hazardous Waste Activity and NPDES Reports accurately and by established deadlines
Manage Spill Response Activities
Coordinate remediation of company owned properties
Conduct or arrange property acquisition audits and develop recommendations based on findings
Act as corporate contact in response to inquiries from regulatory agencies, lawmakers, professional groups, news agencies, planning committees and the general public in a fashion consistent with company policies and philosophies
Obtain permits, licenses, approvals and exemptions as required to comply with regulations
Monitor environmental laws, regulations and technologies and keep the Company abreast of changes
Arrange for contract services such as hazardous waste disposal, emissions monitoring and testing, system design and engineering
Create and maintain environmental records according to retention policies
Complete Environmental reports with minimal assistance, including;
Air Emissions Inventories
Discharge Monitoring Reports
Certifications of Compliance
EPCRA Tier II
Hazardous Waste Activity Reports
Write Compliance Plans with minimal assistance, including;
Facility Response Plans
Storm Water Management Plans
Waste Management Plans
Hazardous Waste Contingency Plans
Cultivate U.S. Venture’s values while inspiring, empowering, recognizing, and guiding team members
Live our values of High Performance, Caring Relationships, Strategic Foresight, and Entrepreneurial Spirit
Find A Better Way by championing continuous improvement and quality control efforts to identify opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization
Continuously learn and develop self professionally
Support corporate efforts for safety, government compliance, and all other company policies & procedures
Perform other related duties as required and assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Four-Year Science degree (Biology, Chemistry, Geology/Earth Science, Environmental Science, Safety) or Engineering
5 years or more working as an Environmental specialist or equivalent position
Hold a relevant certification, such as an EIT, PE, CHMM or REM; or have 10 years or more working as an Environmental Specialist or equivalent position
Roughly 30% - 50% travel required or the role
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)
U.S. Venture requires that a team member have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.
U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.
U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at (920) 739-6101 .
