Environmental Protection Specialist Job at Department of Energy Headquarters, Carlsbad, NM

  • Department of Energy Headquarters
  • Carlsbad, NM

Job Description

Open: September 23, 2026 — Closes: September 29, 2026 Summary This position is part of the Office of Environmental Management - Carlsbad Field Office, Department of Energy. As a Environmental Protection Specialist, you will manage the compliance program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and New Mexico Hazardous Waste Act. Major Duties As a Environmental Protection Specialist, you will: Plans, coordinates, and executes complex environmental protection and sustainability projects across multiple facilities and sites to ensure operational compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and standards. Monitors and evaluates contractor operations, facility practices, and hazardous waste programs (including RCRA, EPCRA, TSCA, and site permits) through inspections, audits, and reviews to identify violations and enforce corrective actions. Researches, interprets, and applies emerging environmental policies, statutes, and regulatory trends to assess their impact on agency operations, develop policy guidance, and recommend solutions to unusual technical issues. Serves as an authoritative agency expert and project lead for advanced, complex environmental protection initiatives across multiple sites and facilities where established precedents are lacking or inapplicable. Formulates overarching environmental management strategies, long-range program goals, and resource plans to guide Department-wide environmental stewardship and operational priorities. Represents and defends agency environmental policies, positions, and controversial decisions before external regulatory bodies (e.g., EPA, NRC, state agencies), interagency task forces, Congress, and public interest groups with divergent or opposing viewpoints. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Tags

For contractors, Work at office, Local area

Similar Jobs

Rula Health

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Corporate Wellness Job at Rula Health

 ...experiences, is seeking a dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) to expand our wellness program. This role involves improving emotional and mental health outcomes for our employees through innovative therapy sessions utilizing both traditional and tech... 

Churchill Downs

F&B Cashier Job at Churchill Downs

 ...alongside I-95 in Dumfries, Virginia. Along with exciting gaming action, The Rose Gaming Resort provides a luxury hotel, eight bars and restaurants, a space for meetings and events, 50,000+ square foot gaming space and over 1,650 Historical Horse Racing machines, and over 80... 

Favorite Healthcare Staffing

Nuclear Med Technician Job at Favorite Healthcare Staffing

 ...recruiter has your back as you search for your next adventure. Favorite Healthcare Staffing is looking for an experienced Radiology Nuclear Med Technician (RAD NMT) for an assignment in Brattleboro, VT! This assignment is for 5 weeks and ideal candidates must have at... 

Sarver Landscape

Tree Climber Job at Sarver Landscape

 ...Tree Climber Opportunity Climb your way to success with Sarver Tree Care! We are seeking a skilled Tree Climber to join our team....  ...Tree Crew Leader in daily operations. Perform tree pruning, planting, and installation of supplemental support systems and risk mitigation... 

Solomon Page

Sr. Influencer Marketing Account Manager Job at Solomon Page

We're looking for an ambitious, results-driven Influencer Marketing Account Manager with 5+ years of relevant experience to join our growing team. You'll manage and grow client relationships, shape strategic influencer campaigns, and make sure every program delivers standout...