Job Opening: Environmental Compliance Specialist/Environmental Scientist

St.Germain is looking for individuals interested in advancing their career in the field of environmental regulatory compliance and environmental science while working with experienced environmental professionals for clients in diverse industry settings. There is room for advancement within the team and company.

Our efforts are intended to develop highly-skilled, long-term employees as we strive to continuously serve the best interests of our clients. We accomplish this by providing high-level expertise and the highest-quality services, which requires an ability to look at the big picture and all aspects of client business to contribute to their success and future growth.

Typical assignments may include:

Data Collection / Compilation – site inspections, soil and groundwater sampling, data analysis including the identification of trends.

Stormwater – stormwater sample collecting during rain events and compliance inspections at solid waste facilities, oil terminals, fuel storage and distribution facilities, manufacturing facilities, etc. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan preparation.

Wastewater – preparing discharge permit applications and reviewing data for permit compliance.

Oil Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plans – assisting with onsite inspections and plan development and/or updates for clients with bulk storage of petroleum products.

Chemical Inventory Reporting – collecting data and information from clients for annual chemical inventory reporting

Hazardous Wastes – learning processes and operations that generate wastes at our client’s facilities and assisting with setting up proper characterization, handling, storage, and disposal systems.

Research – reviewing proposed and final laws and regulations on regulatory agency websites that may impact our clients and researching the regulatory intent and proper interpretation in order to inform and educate our clients.

Compliance Tracking and Follow-Up – working with our cloud-based compliance tracking system – Sentry EHS – which involves setting up specific regulatory compliance tasks, completion dates, responsible parties, and reporting functions for individual clients that contract with us for this service.

Compliance Inspections – assisting with onsite multi-media assessments of compliance with all applicable environmental regulations or evaluations of specific areas of regulatory compliance such as hazardous waste management, air emissions, etc.

Job Requirements

  • 2-5 years of experience in a related environment
    • Bachelor’s Degree in environmental science, occupational health and safety, or other science related field
  • Strong computer skills including proficiency in current versions of MS Office
    • Strong critical thinking, technical writing, organizational, communication, and presentation skills
    • Self-motivated, action-oriented, and strong interpersonal skills
    • Quality and attention to detail is extremely important
  • Valid US Driver’s License

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is often required to:

  • Sit or stand for extended periods of time, walk (at times over uneven surfaces), reach with arms and hands, and to stoop or kneel;
    • Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and/or clothing (e.g. steel-toed boots) is routinely required;
    • Lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds at times; and
    • Work in environments ranging from office to industrial indoor settings, to outdoors in all seasons, weather conditions and terrain.

Full-time employees receive these generous benefits:

  • Flexible Schedule
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off (Personal/Vacation/Sick Pay)
  • Health Insurance with Health Savings Account
  • Dental Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • AAA Membership
  • Education and Training
  • Profitability Bonus Structure

At St.Germain, we don’t just accept diversity, we thrive on it. All personnel decisions are based upon qualifications, performance, and business needs. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate.

To apply, email your resume and cover letter to: jobs@stgermain.com