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Founded in 1886, American Water is the largest and most geographically diverse publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company. With headquarters in Camden, NJ, the company employs over 6,800 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and market-based drinking water, wastewater and other related services to an estimated 15 million people in 46 states.  To learn more about American Water and additional career opportunities, visit  www.amwater.com .   Primary Role Responsible for ensuring compliance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and requirements at the facility.  In addition, this technical position will provide trouble shooting and corrective action support to the project operations, maintenance and capital staff. Key Accountabilities Document, provide training and implement the Company’s Environmental, Health and Safety Policies.  Provide assistance in auditing and ensuring compliance with facility’s Load Program, utilization...

Description Conservation  Science  Intern  –  Fall  2020 Overview : Defenders of Wildlife, a national, nonprofit environmental organization dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities, seeks  a  Conservation Science  Intern  t o work in its Center for Conservation Innovation (CCI)  during the summ er of 2020 .  Launched in 2017,  CCI  works at the intersection of science, technology, and policy  to develop creative, practical  solutions  to improve  wildlife  conservation.   The Conservation Science Intern will directly contribute to  one of  CCI’s  core objectives of providing  science support to staff across Defenders’ departments, including Field Conservation, Landscape Conservation, Conservation Law, Government Relations and External Affairs, Communications ,  and Marketing.   The  Conservation Science Intern ship   is an opportunity for an advanced college, graduate, or...

Grassroots Campaign Staff Job Description Inform and educate citizens on crucial environmental issues Inspire citizen activism through petition signing, membership, and letter writing to targeted public officials. FULL-TIME FIELD STAFF Now Hiring in: Syracuse and Farmingdale (Long Island), NY and Hamden, CT.  Work Monday-Friday 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. Farmingdale: $540+/Wk Hamden: $490+/Wk Syracuse: $450+/Wk PHONE STAFF Now Hiring in Farmingdale on Long Island  Hours: Three to five shifts each week. Monday through Thursday hours are 4:30pm-9:00 p.m., Friday 4pm-8:30 p.m., and Saturday 10am-2:30pm Earn $11/hour BENEFITS: Health Insurance for Full-Time Employees Advancement & Career Opportunities Attend National Conferences  Travel Opportunities Upbeat and Fun Work Environment Active Member of a Dynamic and Progressive Team Learn About Environmental and Political Issues Build strong Communication and Organizing Skills Expand Your Resume Work Outside (field...

Overview The responsibility of this extremely important role is to provide visionary and cost-minded leadership to staff, community, and regional partners in implementing and operating a  Regional Wasteshed Plan  that includes a 40% waste diversion goal.   To learn more about our operations and our huge project of building a new landfill,  click here.  Details The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of broad and progressively responsible work experience in the area of landfill operations, composting, hazardous waste management, transfer station and/or recycling.  Ideally, we would prefer a candidate who has experience opening and closing a new landfill and one that is experienced in dealing with environmental impacts from an “unlined” landfill.   This position offers a unique opportunity for anyone who has a passion for waste management.  Our facility will be closing an existing landfill, opening a “modern” landfill, building a transfer station, beginning yard...

Job Description The Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District is currently seeking an Environmental Health Specialist Senior. This position will be responsible for interpreting and applying environmental laws, regulations, policies and procedures in order to determine compliance and reduce risks to the public's health. In addition, primary responsibilities will include: performing periodic sanitary inspections of food services for the Food Safety Program (documenting violations and recommending corrective action), inspecting and permitting migrant labor camps, tourist establishments (including TES pools) and temporary food booths at festivals and fairs, investigating animal bites following established guidelines for confinement and quarantine of animals or testing for rabies and investigating/documenting public health complaints and enforcing compliance with regulations (sewage, food-borne illnesses, water). As well as, onsite sewage, alternative discharge and water services...

GROW WITH US As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how we support employees, interact with our customers, service our communities, and care for our environment. We encourage Recology employees to  G.R.O.W. with Us  professionally and personally by: G iving back to our communities and our environment by volunteering time and resources R ecovering resources to achieve their best and highest use Exhibiting  O wnership in a company that does the right things for the right reasons, ensuring that our actions benefit the company, the communities we serve, and our environment. W orking together to develop camaraderie and facilitate collaboration. By demonstrating an inclusive attitude that values different backgrounds and ideas, we can get the job done. You can G.R.O.W. with Us by becoming our Waste Zero Specialist 1 THE ROLE Under close...

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Natural Resources Administrator. This is advanced professional and supervisory work implementing the Broward County Shoreline Protection Program. This is highly technical work involving the planning, design, permitting and construction of shoreline protection projects, including beach nourishment and associated erosion control projects on a regional basis. This position requires graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in engineering, environmental science, ecology, biology, geology, hydrology, or related field and REQUIREMENTS Requires  six (6) years’  experience in programs related to coastal engineering, beach nourishment, management, and erosion control projects, including  two (2) years’  supervisory experience Special Certifications and Licenses None. PREFERENCES (KSA’s)...

Summary This position is in the Office of Research and Development, Center for Public Health and Environmental Assessment, Health and Environmental Effects Assessment Division, Integrated Health Assessment Branch.   If selected, you must work at the location stated in this announcement.   About the  Office of Research and Development. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities You will: - Interpret, evaluate, and analyze scientific data and other information for the development of human health and environmental assessments of human exposure to air pollutants; - Communicate analyses, research results, and technical advice and maintain professional contacts essential to the assessment process; - Provide technical expertise, assistance and advice to support assessment efforts; - Identify, plan and implement research to develop and/or improve methods used in assessments. When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion...

Tetra Tech is seeking an   Environmental Scientist or Engineer (Jr. Level)   to work in our   Newark, DE, Wheeling, WV, or Pittsburgh, PA   office to provide support on a variety of environmental projects, including emergency response with significant travel and on-call support. ALSO SEE  NEW  Environmental Scientist or Engineer (Mid Level)  position. This position will involve providing technical support in the areas of emergency response, removal assessment, and removal action. Members of the emergency response team are responsible for maintaining on-call readiness to handle emergency responses and provide remedial and restoration guidance/solutions to clients in the Mid-Atlantic United States. Members of the team are also responsible for the planning and oversight of operations and site health and safety. Work will include multi-media sampling, field audits and inspections, organizing and reviewing data, preparing reports, file reviews, collection of air monitoring...

Description Primary duties: Collects and records data; maintains monitors and ensures quality control on ambient air monitors in accordance with County, State, and Federal guidelines. Prepares written quality assurance plans for and written reports of the status of air monitoring system in accordance with the Iowa DNR and US EPA specifications. Observes and validates stack test results at major and minor sources; prepares summary reports; determines compliance with applicable emission limits; performs follow up action based on the test results. Participates in the development, implementation and review of rules, policies, methods, and techniques needed to achieve and maintain compliance with ambient air quality and air pollution control standards; assists in the development of administrative policy and code revisions; reviews current scientific literature and government regulation to stay informed of the latest trends, advancements and discoveries in air quality. Responds...

Summary This position is that of Environmental Engineer for the Great Plains Area Office of Environmental Health and Engineering, Division of Sanitation Facilities Construction, Indian Health Service, Pierre District, located in Martin, SD. The purpose of this position is to assist in project development, design, construction, as-build development, and project training of individual and community water supply, wastewater disposal and solid waste disposal facilities. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities This position will support the Federal Government's response efforts to COVID-19. Serves as the Project Engineer in the planning, design, and construction of sanitation facilities construction projects on assigned reservations. Acts as Contracting Officer's Representative for construction contracts to verify quantities, reporting and record keeping, construction safety, public relations, fiscal project integrity and warranty inspections. Responsible for...

We are seeking an  Environmental Technician   to provide support on various environmental projects in the Permian Basin of Texas and New Mexico. This person will be responsible for a wide variety of environmental field activities.    Candidate must be highly motivated; customer focused and work well in a team environment. Candidate must also have the ability to manage a heavy workload, travel and be on-call as needed.  Responsibilities include : • Soil sampling activities • Completion of detailed field notes, daily reports, forms and checklists. • Health and Safety assessments and audits of project sites and teams. • Quality, Health and Safety oversight of sub contractors. Qualifications : High School Diploma required; B.S. in Engineering, Geoscience or Environmental Science degree desirable.  40-hour OSHA training with Hazmat preferred or training will be provided. Experience in environmental consulting or related experience preferred.     Field work will primarily...

Overview The Cadmus Group is a premiere consulting group focusing on water, energy, climate change, international development, and homeland security. With nearly 650 people in the U.S. and Europe, we offer intellectually challenging work, a collegial environment, opportunities for advancement, and an excellent benefits package.   We are seeking a highly driven and innovative individual to manage projects and spearhead technical approaches for Drinking Water/Water Quality Protection clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and record of successful project management.   This position will support contracts with government clients in the areas of drinking water, water quality, climate adaptation, international development, and energy efficiency. Primary responsibilities will include performing a variety of water quality analyses, researching and developing new technical approaches based on client requirements, overseeing staff and client...

The Development Writer is responsible for writing and editing donor materials that are informed, accurate, and consistent with the Earthjustice brand. These materials support the organization’s ambitious fundraising goals and play a critical role in the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of all Earthjustice supporters. Reporting to the Donor Communications Manager, the Development Writer works closely with program VPs, attorneys, Communications and Marketing staff, and the entire Development team to craft effective donor-facing messages and engaging stories with a particular focus on major gift fundraising. Materials the Development Writer will produce include the annual report, donor reports and proposals, events and trip collateral, newsletters, fact sheets, brochures, invitations, program updates, cover letters, email messages, and website text. This role can be located in San Francisco, CA (preferred) or remote. We will also consider remote candidates, ideally...

Position End Date:  November 30, 2020 Hours:  This salaried, exempt position will work extended hours, regularly exceeding 40 hours per week. Heavier seasonal workloads will occur as a result of project  deadlines and during peak activity periods.  Frequent weekend and/or evening work required. Context:  Works with the National Electoral Organizing Manager and State Presidential Managers, to launch and support a volunteer canvassing, calling, letter writing, and texting program that can contact a strategically significant number of voters in local elections, as well as in any other targeted 2020 elections, with the goal of expanding to a 2020 statewide program Scope:  The Political Organizer implements and supports the program’s distributed political program. Under the supervision of the State Presidential Manager, Political Organizers will exercise discretion and independent judgment on the day to day tasks that will include, but not limited to, conducting...

Duration:  10 hours/week, 4 months - $15 per hour Context:  The organizing intern will implement voter contact components of the Minnesota Sierra Club’s 2020 electoral program. The intern will support the work of staff and volunteers and be supported to develop their own skills and expertise as an organizer. Scope:  This position assists in voter education and Get Out the Vote efforts during the 2020 election and supporting the North Star Chapter’s Sierra Votes volunteer team. Job Activities:* Coordinate electoral volunteer activities, to include phone banks and text banks. Coordinate and support volunteer recruitment and training Administrative support and data entry Other duties as assigned *Work and volunteer activities will be conducted online and virtually until the Sierra Club determines that it is safe to resume in-person events and re-open our St. Paul office. Knowledge & Skills: Interest in the electoral process; prior...