Senior Facility Transition Specialist (Environmental Specialist 3 or 4) (In-Training)
About the position The Senior Facility Transition Specialist position within the Nuclear Waste Program at the Department of Ecology focuses on the cleanup of the U.S. Department of Energy's Hanford Site. This role involves overseeing the transition of facilities to deactivation, decommissioning, decontamination, and demolition, ensuring compliance with hazardous waste regulations. The position offers a career path with on-the-job training, allowing candidates to progress through the Environmental Specialist field. Responsibilities • Contribute to the cleanup of the U.S. Department of Energy's Hanford Site. • Review permitting and decision documents related to hazardous waste management. • Collaborate with diverse groups to protect air, water, and land in Washington. • Oversee facilities transitioning to deactivation, decommissioning, decontamination, and demolition. • Conduct site visits to ensure compliance with Washington's dangerous waste requirements and federal regulations. Requirements • Experience with state and federal hazardous waste regulations. • Ability to manage mixed waste safely. • Strong collaboration skills to work with diverse groups. Nice-to-haves • Knowledge of the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA). • Experience in environmental compliance and permitting. Benefits • Flexible telework options, including up to 90% telework schedule. • Career development opportunities within the Environmental Specialist field. Apply tot his job