Environmental Compliance Specialist

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Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Environmental Compliance Specialist to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.

This position provides technical and regulatory support to the WIPP Environmental Program for implementation and implementation oversight of environmental permits, regulations and DOE Orders applicable to the WIPP facility. Maintain positive working relationships with peer leaders. Build productive relationships with organizations within and external to the WIPP Environmental Program. Emphasis will be on the RCRA Permit; however, support will include, but not limited to, the following regulations and permits as applicable:

• NM Environmental Department (NMED) RCRA Permit
• NMED/RCRA 90-day generator regulations
• NM Ground Water Quality Bureau Regulations
• NM Ground Water Qualify Bureau Discharge Permit DP-831
• NM RCRA regulations, NM ground water regulations, NM Discharge Permit DP-831
• DOE Orders

The job scope for this position includes providing the following compliance related support at the WIPP facility:

• Environmental Management Assessments. This work entails supporting development and implementation of an environmental compliance internal assessment program. This will include coordinating and performing applicable environmental requirements management assessments as directed by the Environmental Program Manager. The management assessments will address implementation of new or changing Permit conditions/requirements, applicable environmental regulations, Permits, and DOE Orders. This will require identifying and assembling internal review teams personnel, delineating assessment scope and checklist and performing assessments. This work supports development of facility-related Permit modifications as directed.

• Facility external inspection/reviews. This work includes supporting facility environmental compliance inspections and reviews performed by external organizations. In this capacity the candidate will provide coordination support to the review teams like the Triennial review team and the NMED inspection team. This would entail accompanying these teams on site inspections and ensuring team personnel obtain the necessary information and support from facility personnel. This would also include preparation and follow up activities (e.g., compiling documents requested by the inspection/review teams).

• Facility RCRA Inspection Program. This work includes reviewing facility Permit required inspections to ensure applicable inspections are performed on schedule and documented in accordance with the Permit. This includes reviewing weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual inspections of equipment and areas required by the Permit. This includes but is not limited to inspections listed in Permit Tables E-1 and E-1a. This is a compliance function to ensure on a real-time basis (i.e., before inspections are completed) that inspections are performed and documented as required by the Permit Attachment E. The job also entails reporting, tracking and trending inspection related non-conformances. The object is to support facility personnel in matters of compliance with the Permit.

• Permit screening. WIPP Permit Screening Program ensures changes to WIPP facility plans and procedures comply with the RCRA Permit. This work includes reviewing Permit implementing procedures being revised or newly developed to ensure steps and/or attachments include applicable Permit related requirements.

Exempt Grade Level(s) (28-30)

Minimum Requirements: These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and applications are the means of determination.

• Bachelor's degree, or
• Associate's degree with four (4) years of professional experience performing oversight/quality functions, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of professional experience performing oversight/quality functions, is required.
• Must be familiar with the WIPP facility and organizational structure to be able to perform the required assessment and coordination functions.
• Must be familiar with the SIMCO management assessment program.
• Must be familiar with the WIPP Hazardous Waste Facility Permit.
• Must have previous oversight/inspection experience.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Higher education attainment than listed acceptable per internal level identifiers of accompanying years of experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Associate's degree or higher education or equivalency in experience and training.
• ASME NQA-1 Lead Auditor or equivalent training.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:
  • Coverage on date of hire
  • Surgical concierge service
  • EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*
• Relocation assistance*
• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability
• Company paid life insurance (1 x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits of:
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
  • Long-term disability program
  • Health and Flexible savings accounts
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

*These benefits vary by position.

Minimum salary $69,444 per year of a larger salary range --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate�s relevant experience and education.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability�or unable to use�the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.