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University of Alaska Fairbanks
Environmental Protection Specialist
Job Description
The UAF Environmental Support Services unit will provide developmental planning and environmental services to Fort Wainwright in accordance with the recently signed Intergovernmental Support Agreement (IGSA). One of the required services in accordance with the agreement is a dedicated full-time professional to conduct tank inspection operations and to ensure all required activities and sources are properly permitted and in compliance with applicable regulations. The Tank Inspector will be the subject matter expert for the team and provide knowledge in areas of tank services. This person will assist in the development of plans and tasks to ensure compliance in support of Ft. Wainwright and support filed work as needed. The Environmental Protection Specialist is charged with minimizing the environmental impact from units operating on Fort Wainwright and adjacent military training lands. This person is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing efforts that minimize these environmental impacts without hindering mission requirements, while also maintaining compliance of federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Environmental Protection Specialist must be able to quickly respond to spills or differing situations to prevent pollution and to mitigate any further environmental damages. This individual will work to inspect tanks above and below ground, respond to spills or other non-emergency calls from units regarding environmental issues, and maintain appropriate records/documentation. The Environmental Protection Specialist will be the subject matter expert for the team and provide knowledge in areas of tank services. This job requires excellent written/verbal communication abilities, strong problem-solving capabilities and solid attention to detail. Physical fitness, availability for working on site, teamwork, time management are also desirable attributes.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's of Science or Associates in Science with relevant previous work experience. Ability to access military installations in Alaska. Possession of a valid driver's license. Willingness to work outdoors year round Alaska weather conditions. Ability to getA/B UST Operator Training Position Details:
This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the Coalition of Alaska University Staff for Equity (CAUSE- UAW.
- To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
- Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus.
UAA :
(Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER- Elmendorf Extension, JBER
- Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College
- Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College
- Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College
- Cordova Extension)
Online:
https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety . Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu .UAF:
(Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus)Online:
https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf . Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu .UAS:
(Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus)Online:
https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf . Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu .Career Insights for Environmental Planner / Scientist
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What they do
An Environmental Planner or Scientist uses training and background in natural sciences to study the environment and threats to the environment. Investigates environmental problems and advises on solutions. May focus on potential environmental health risks to people, such as unsafe drinking water, or on protecting the environment and ecosystems from human activity such as development and industrial pollution.
$86,880 / year median in Alaska
+13% projected growth