What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Environmental Professional 2/3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Environmental Professional 2 ($85,900 - $139,900)
Do you want to be part of an energetic, high performing team; working on challenges and environmental compliance that ensure national security? Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution with the brightest minds in the world and unparalleled technology and equipment. The Environmental Protection and Compliance Division, Waste Management Programs Group (EPC-WMP), is seeking a trustworthy, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable Environmental Professional to provide support to LANL's Compliance Technical Assist Process (CTAP) and waste generator compliance program. You will collaborate with Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) Permitting/Compliance team members to provide guidance and consulting to LANL waste generating organizations to support hazardous waste compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
You will work closely with other RCRA compliance Subject Matter Experts to support LANL's solid and hazardous waste compliance programs and Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA); conduct site visits to ensure compliance with RCRA permitted unit requirements; collect and report on compliance and performance data; prepare and submit required hazardous waste related reports; and support annual New Mexico Environment Department-Hazardous Waste Bureau inspections. This position is expected to attract individuals with a general knowledge of hazardous and solid waste requirements. This position will be combination of field activity and office work.
Environmental Professional 3 ($104,100 - $172,200)
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level:
The selected candidate may interpret and implement relevant federal, state and local environmental regulations and executive orders, including regulatory agreements. Provide leadership to Environmental Professionals Level 1-2. Can participate in an Integrated Project Team representing environmental requirements that are different from their area of expertise. Oversee and develop processes necessary for ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory requirements (i.e., deliverables tracking and develop deliverables preparation). Analyze and trend audit results to identify systemic issues, prioritize areas for environmental compliance improvement, and develop targeted, effective solutions and communication strategies to drive awareness and corrective action across stakeholder groups.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Understanding of environmental regulations, with an emphasis on RCRA waste management and compliance.
Experience drafting technical reports, procedures, and in conducting procedure reviews.
The ability to work successfully as part of a team and achieve team objectives and the ability to deal with difficult deadlines and short time frames.
Ability and experience working independently and collaboratively in a rapidly changing team-based environment.
Experience and skill in communicating (both written and verbal) in a clear concise manner to superiors, peers, customers, and other personnel.
Additional Job Requirements for Environmental Professional 3:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Experience Interfacing with management, the Department of Energy, subcontractors, state and/or federal subject matter experts, stakeholders, the public, and regulators.
Proven customer service orientation and consultation skills sufficient to partner with client organizations to implement sound environmental practices.
Advanced knowledge of permit reviews.
Advanced knowledge of and experience with environmental regulations, policies, and procedures.
Experience Interpreting and implementing relevant federal, state and/or local environmental, occupational health, legislation, regulations and executive orders, including regulatory agreements.
Experience analyzing processes and practices based upon advanced-level environmental science expertise and recommending sound environmental practices to upper management for distribution to programs, directorates and institution-wide.
Experience conducting environmental analyses and audits of operations and facilities to identify potential environmental issues and negotiates and/or consults with and recommending resolutions to customers.
Experience preparing and presenting environmental white papers and/or assigned special project reports.
Demonstrated experience ensuring environmental protection results, materials, processes, and deliverables meet quality specifications and are completed according to established requirements.
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, post-graduate coursework may be desirable.
Desired Qualifications:
Active DOE Q Clearance.
Hazardous waste facility inspection experience.
Knowledge of hazardous waste storage, treatment, and disposal.
Knowledge of Satellite Accumulations Areas, Central Accumulation Areas, RCRA Permitted Treatment and Storage facilities, universal waste, used oil and PCB waste.
HAZWOPER certification.
Strong Microsoft Office experience.
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, crouching, kneeling.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Environment: Working with toxic chemicals, irritant chemicals, and dusts or powders. Use of safety glasses or eye protection, hearing protection, gloves or hand protection, safety shoes or protective footgear, and protective shielding of body/torso. Work near sources of ionizing radiation and non-ionizing radiation. Work in a noisy environment.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test : The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position : Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants : Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity : Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
