Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma · 4 hours ago
Environmental Specialist
Durant, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$67K/yr - $84K/yr
7+ years expChoctaw Nation of Oklahoma is the third-largest Indian nation in the United States, and they are seeking an Environmental Specialist to monitor the environment and recommend solutions to enhance community life. The role involves ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and assisting with the development and implementation of environmental programs and policies.
GovernmentHealth CareNon Profit
Hiring Manager
Savannah Emert
Responsibilities
Assure compliance with federal, state, local, and tribal regulations for Choctaw Nation facilities by leading a team or an associate with scheduling, conducting, inspections based on previously established programs
Complete and train Environmental Coordinators on reviews and assessments
Assist tribal departments and communities with environmental compliance standards by training and performing inspections under senior Environmental Specialist guidance
Responsible for certifying all environmental requirements have been followed in accordance with appropriate State, Federal and Tribal guidelines/regulations
Assist with the development of, maintain, and implement EPS programs and policies by providing expert opinions and information to departmental policy writers
Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of environmental law
Present internal programs and progress at professional conferences & seminars
Assist with communication with federal, state, and local agencies via telephone, email or in person to resolve questions, concerns, and requirements
Assist permit writers with permit applications and submissions by gathering pertinent information
You will perform other duties as may be assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a science related field, or 4 years of directly related experience in lieu of education
Knowledge of environmental law, policies, and practices
Environmental Certifications required (UST, LBP, asbestos, mold, SDWA)
Strong organizational and research abilities
Ability to work solo as a collaborative team member along with the ability to organize, prioritize, and document
Seven (7) years of experience
Benefits
Free gym membership
Free access to employee health clinic
Free lunch for casino & resort associates
Earned wages access once per week for hourly Associates
Pet insurance
Paid vacation / sick time
Medical / Dental / Vision
401(K) with company match
College tuition reimbursement
Short-term disability, long-term disability, and family leave
Employee assistance program
Employee prescription program
CNO Paid Life Insurance
Teladoc
On Site Dental Clinics (Jet Dental)
On Site Mammogram Services
Free diabetes and hypertension monitoring benefit (Livongo)
Accolade- Concierge Benefits Program
Wellness Program that equals savings on health insurance cost (Virgin Pulse)
Maternity Care Program
Company
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is a government organization that provides health care and housing services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1MKey Investors
National Science Foundation
2023-05-11Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
James Grimsley
Executive Director - Advanced Technology Initiatives
Recent News
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