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Description Perform as a member of the START emergency response team as a team leader providing our EPA client with accurate and pertinent scientific data according to agreed upon methods, procedures, and techniques.  Provides sound conclusions and recommendations based upon field investigations and literature reviews within the established project schedules. Position Duties: Duties will include rotations as an “on-call” responder available 24hrs a day for a week at a time. Calibration and maintenance of a variety of multi-media monitoring and sampling equipment.  Document field activities and prepared daily and final reports for EPA client. In-field multimedia sampling. Proficient in the writing of technical documents and plans. Use level D-A PPE to make entries into potentially hazardous areas. Technical and Operational Scope: Exercises judgment on applicability of methods and approaches in use, and determines best approaches to problem-solving when standard procedures are inadequate. Determines best method of data gathering, database management, and analysis of data to achieve goals. Consults with outside specialists to obtain most accurate and timely data possible while meeting project specifications and time tables. Prepares reports on methods and procedures as part of overall project. Major Accountabilities: Maintain preparedness for immediate mobilization while on-call. Produces quality samples and sampling techniques from which sound scientific data can be drawn into relevant and pertinent evaluation reports to the client's satisfaction. Provides completed projects including draft and final reports within the established budget and schedule. Provides accurate identification of specimens and/or sound ecological assessment and evaluations. Experience in providing safety oversight for environmental projects is required. Experience in hazardous waste operations. Basic 40 Hour HAZWOPER Training required. Must be certified in Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and Blood borne Pathogens (BBP). Qualifications: BS in Science or Engineering; 3-5 years oil and hazardous materials emergency response experience. Skills Required: Ability to lead oil and hazardous materials emergency response projects; Data Management, training in and use of the scientific method, some personnel supervision, various exposure to technical and scientific procedures, Decision making, people skills for client contact and personnel management, great ability to be flexible and adaptable. Microsoft Office. Preferred Skills: Field instrumentation.  Proficient in the use of air monitoring and sampling equipment.  Abilities include calibration, implementation in field, and interpretation of results. Familiarity with the Incident Command System (ICS) 100-800. 40-Hour HAZWOPER Willingness to participate in Emergency Response On Call Program Expertise with operation and calibration/maintenance of monitoring and sampling equipment typically used in response and hazardous waste site assessment work. Ability to secure a CMV endorsement for driving a response vehicle. Data management skills: working knowledge of EPA/ERT’s Viper, Scribe and RCMS helpful; competency in data handling in MS Access and Excel helpful. Technical writing skills to prepare reports and analysis of data utilizing Microsoft Office Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !

DESCRIPTION The Environmental Planning Division is responsible for creating and managing programs related to environmental planning, compliance and enhancement.  Guided by our award-winning Green Port Policy, the Division is dedicated to reducing harmful air emissions from port-related operations, improving water quality in the harbor, protecting marine wildlife and implementing environmentally sustainable practices throughout the Port.  The Division is comprised of five sections:  Air Quality Water Quality Remediation Sustainability CEQA/NEPA . POSITION PROFILE This position will report directly to the to the Managing Director of the Environmental Affairs and Planning Bureau. The Director is responsible for leading, managing, and overseeing technical staff and conducting programs related to environmental compliance and enhancement.  Click here  for the full position description. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides direct and indirect supervision of all environmental planning staff, establishing goals and objectives, measuring performance, and ensuring that an effective, customer-oriented service level is attained. Oversees the implementation of the Port's Green Port Policy; ensures updates on an annual basis. Oversees the production of environmental documents pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Ensures Port compliance with all environmental laws, regulations and permit requirements. Supervises studies and investigations pertaining to the impact of proposed development projects on the environment. Develops technical policies and programs for compliance with wildlife, air quality, water quality, soil/sediment regulations. Represents the Harbor Department at public workshops and hearings before Federal and State regulatory and resource agencies, including but not limited to the USEPA, the US Army Corps of Engineers, the California Coastal Commission, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), the State and Regional Water Quality Control Boards, the Department of Toxic Substances Control, the California Department of Fish and Game, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Oversees the issuance of Harbor Development Permit and the acquisition of environmental permits for Port operations and future development projects. Researches current local, state, and federal environmental legislative issues and provides recommendations to senior management and the Board of Harbor Commissioners. Provides extensive training and staff development on project management, problem resolution techniques, environmental policy education and project implementation strategies. Serves as Port's public forum representative on Maritime Industry Committees, on regional task forces, work groups, public hearings; presents the Port's perspective to the media for various environmental issues. Oversees the day-to-day implementation of the Clean Air Action Plan (CAAP) and the Water Resources Action Plan (WRAP), as well as annual reporting, updates and revisions. Trains and mentors staff; provides leadership guidance and support with respect to career development. Develops and monitors the Division's annual budget. Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE CANDIDATE PROFILE The successful candidate must have demonstrated leadership skills that include executive presence, vision, and an ability to articulate the organization's vision and mission to others. They must also be strategic, politically savvy, results-oriented, flexible, forward-thinking, and an effective problem solver. Additionally, they will have a collaborative work style that fosters teamwork, high motivation, and commitment. The ideal candidate will be a direct communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills as well as, possess impeccable integrity with a high commitment to the code of business ethics. These essential attributes are necessary to establish and maintain effective working relations throughout the organization and with people from diverse backgrounds including partnering agencies, elected officials, stakeholders, tenants and the public. EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Requirements for the position include: Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field is required. A Master's Degree in above disciplines is not required but is desirable. Experience : A minimum of ten years of increasingly responsible environmental affairs experience in public or private sector, including managing/supervising multi-disciplinary projects with extensive environmental exposures, preferably in a Port related environment is required. Port or coastal environmental experience desired. Strong leadership background, with experience as a number one or number two management professional in a complex, similarly situated organization with similar challenges and structure is expected. Work experience in the goods movement industry highly preferred; preference given to experience in other port environments. A history of managing and successfully working with people from diverse backgrounds and areas of technical expertise is required. Must have a history of effective partnerships and problem-solving. A history of creating effective working relationships across functional lines is expected. 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ERM is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Staff Engineer experienced with Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering to join our growing team in Portland, OR . Working under the direction of project managers and partners, the successful candidate will work on interesting site investigation and remediation projects throughout the Pacific Northwest and other US locations. You may also have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, covering the full spectrum of ERM’s services. This is a great opportunity to work with ERM's technical experts to implement the latest engineering and remediation technologies, while building the required experience to obtain your professional registration.  RESPONSIBILITIES: Work in groundwater treatment plant to fix maintenance issues, improve processes, and engineer solutions. Conduct fieldwork, including sampling, drilling, well installation, remedial pilot tests, construction oversight, and remedial system operation and maintenance. Assist in groundwater and system performance monitoring. Compile and evaluate data and assist in report preparation. Prepare environmental compliance plans, permits, and reports for air quality, hazardous waste, spill prevention, stormwater, and wastewater. Assist in ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations. Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments. Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, tenants, and clients during field activities. REQUIREMENTS: BS in chemical, civil, environmental, or mechanical engineering or related degree.  One to three years of directly related experience. Valid driver’s license and a good driving record. Preferred Qualifications: MS in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering or related degree. Willingness/interest in field assignments.  Environmental fieldwork experience. 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification. Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols. Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills. Experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports a plus.  Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Detail-oriented with mechanical aptitude and hands-on trouble-shooting/problem-solving skills. Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision. Local candidates preferred. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !