Environmental Director

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Environmental Director

DEPARTMENT: Environmental

SUPERVISOR: Deputy Administrator of Program Operation

WAGE: Level 27 $28.98, Level 28 $30.42, Level 29 $31.95 F/T 40hrs/wk.

CLOSING DATE: 9/6/2024

The primary function of this position is to oversee the environmental direction of the Tribe and tribal environmental programs.

DUTIES:

· Conducts research, data collection, and community education in relation to specific environmental issues that affect Tribal lands.

· Identifies work projects and develops tasks and objectives to meet Tribal environmental goals.

· Facilitates public meetings and reports to Tribal Council on environmental concerns of the community.

· Implementing grant direct activities and grant objectives and working within the budget of the grant.

· Keeps abreast of current trends and information in the field of environmental regulation.

· Conducts environmental research, data collection, testing, and assessments.

· Prepares and reviews environmental reports required by EPA.

· Attends necessary training sessions and meetings, represents the Tribe at local, regional and national environmental meetings, groups and organizations.

· Develops specific program education and outreach materials for environmental issues.

· Reviews possible interim and permanent strategies to address potential or existing environmental concerns of the Reservation.

· Develops Tribal environmental programs, such as but not limited to: solid waste, air quality, water quality, soil contamination, hazardous materials, emergency response, pesticide control, and recycling.

· Seeks sources for additional funds for future environmental projects, and writing grants.

· Submits data necessary for required reports; ensure grant follows the funding source.

· Makes monthly, quarterly and yearly reports to the EPA Project Officer and Tribal Council.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field experience with major concentration in managing people, budgets, program objectives and grant administration combined with 2 years of work experience in an environmentally related field.

· Minimum of at least 2 years of supervisory experience overseeing a staff of at leaser 5 required.

· Demonstrate proficiency in verbal and written communications, people skills and computer skills.

· Ability to self-start and work independently, and in collaboration with others, and be able to develop and lead a team.

· Experience working in a culturally diverse setting.

· Able to analyze tribal and political factors to posture an environmental direction for the Tribe.

· Possess a valid Nevada Driver’s License and be insurable.

· Pass pre-employment drug screen and complete background investigation.

· Able to lift 40 lbs. or more.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.98 - $31.95 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.98 - $31.95 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $29 - $32