Department of Veterans Affairs
The Kansas City VA Medical Center is recruiting for a well-qualified Environmental Protection Specialist, planning and administering environmental programs. This position functions as the Green Environmental Management Systems (GEMS) coordinator and is a key advisor to the Occupational Health and Safety Service. The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate the efforts organizations that relate to environmental matters within the facility.
- The GEMS Coordinator ensures compliance with local environmental regulations and supports the development and implementation of the Environmental Management Program, performs environmental reviews for a myriad of construction projects, and provides professional consultative support in the implementation of environmentally sustainable programs. The incumbent is responsible for the comprehensive coordination of all aspects of the Environmental program functions under EPA regulations and VA directives and standards. The environmental protection specialist completes permits and leads facility self-assessments, inspections, and other environmental investigations. Duties include, but are not limited to: Administers the Green Environmental Management System (GEMS) program Identifies areas of risk for the facility as it relates to environmental regulations and programs. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing air emissions, fuel storage, solid waste, regulation medical waste, Drinking water quality, hazardous waste, storm water, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and waste water discharge. Manages and provides technical advice regarding responses to environmental emergencies includes releases or spills of hazardous materials. Develops policies and procedures related to the methods, techniques, and procedures necessary to integrate the Green Environmental Management Systems into the facility. Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing hazardous pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical waste Evaluates, modifies, and implements pollution prevention alternatives. Develops and implements training and educational programs related to facility environmental regulation risks. Develops and implements a quality management plan to provide a systematic and rational process for the ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the environmental compliance issues. Provides technical expertise for the design, modification, operation, and maintenance of facilities and infrastructure to ensure compliance with environmental regulations Sets qualitative and quantitative standards to improve environmental performance Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm CST Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Environmental Protection Specialist/PD103950 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
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