Job Title: Environmental Program Specialist - Onsite
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 251727
Job Summary

Perform environmental health and safety training and facility inspections for compliance with policy, procedures, regulations and standards to provide safety of students, faculty and staff. Assist with coordinating environmental safety investigations, training, projects and maintaining records. Provide support and coordination regarding environmental compliance requirements.

This position will interact on a regular basis: Institute management, faculty and staff, and representatives of regulatory agencies.

This position typically will advise and counsel: Institute management and staff.

This position will supervise: N/A

Responsibilities

Job Duty 1 -
Participate with the implementation and management of the environmental health and safety management system

Job Duty 2 -
Participate in the development of environmental compliance programs

Job Duty 3 -
Perform environmental investigations and sampling, including asbestos, lead based paint, mold, and water quality

Job Duty 4 -
Coordinate asbestos abatement projects and mold remediation projects, including managing contracts and maintaining records

Job Duty 5 -
Conduct training and technical outreach as deemed appropriate

Job Duty 6 -
Maintain and manage detailed environmental records

Job Duty 7 -
Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Safety Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field

Other Required Qualifications
Certifications or licenses required for this job:
One or more of the following certifications are required at the time of hire: AHERA Asbestos Project Supervisor, AHERA Asbestos Inspector; Mold Assessment & Remediation

Required Experience
Two to three years of job-related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's Degree in Public Health or related field

Preferred Experience
Four to five years of job-related experience. Previous experience working in higher education setting

Proposed Salary

$16.71 - $22.73

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Ability to multitask on assignments/projects. Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions, interpret campus maps and basis drawings. Ability to wear the appropriate safety and protective equipment including medical clearance for respirator use. Must be able to work cooperatively, manage projects and be willing to create and conduct training seminars. Must be able to understand environmental recordkeeping regarding construction, demolition, and renovation projects.

KNOWLEDGE
Strong knowledge of environmental permitting and regulatory agencies. An understanding of environmental program systems, compliance monitoring tools and familiarity with reporting processes.

SKILLS
Proficient in related computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office suite). Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, technology, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills. Strong attention to detail, organizational, and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone etiquette.

Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
No, this position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Job Grade: S6