Environmental Specialist Jobs

An Environmental Specialist in the utilities industry is responsible for ensuring the company's compliance with environmental regulations. They monitor and manage environmental impact, perform assessments and audits, and devise strategies to minimize pollution and waste. They also work on projects related to water quality, soil contamination, air quality, and hazardous materials management. Environmental Specialists aim to reduce the company's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices.

Important skills for an Environmental Specialist include strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and a thorough understanding of environmental regulations. Communication skills are also vital, as they often have to liaise with government agencies, customers, or other stakeholders. They should be certified as an Environmental Professional (EP) or have a similar certification, and a degree in environmental science or related field is usually required. Before becoming an Environmental Specialist, a person might work as an Environmental Technician, a Sustainability Consultant, or an Environmental Analyst.

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Experience with electric power generation environmental issues and electrical transmission environmental issues is preferred....

Field Environmental Specialist

  • George West, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • George West, TX
  • 2 days ago

Minimum +3 years experience in environmental compliance in the oil and gas industry....

Environmental Specialist

  • Seattle, WA
  • moments ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • moments ago

Environmental Specialist (State of Washington, USA) The Environmental Specialist position is focused on ensuring compliance with environmental regulations in the State of Washington....

Health Safety Environmental Manager US96692920_E1

  • Byhalia, MS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Byhalia, MS
  • 2 hours ago

Health Safety Environmental ManagerAt ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity,...

NEPA Environmental Specialist

  • Pocatello, ID
  • 6 hours ago
  • Pocatello, ID
  • 6 hours ago

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree. 10 years of Environmental Compliance experience OR MS plus 5 years of experience OR PhD plus 3 years of experience including 2 years completing environmental...

Environmental Specialist I (Flexible/Hybrid)

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 hours ago

Learn more by visiting Division of Water Resources....

Environmental Specialist I

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 6 hours ago

Future Graduates - Are you graduating soon and looking for a full-time job in environmental science? Apply now to be considered for an opportunity to work with the North Carolina Department of...

Ecological Services Environmental Specialist 2 or 3

  • Clearwater, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Clearwater, FL
  • 6 hours ago

Environmental Specialist 2 Environmental Specialist 3...

Environmental Specialist (Hazardous Waste)

  • Richmond, VA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 21 hours ago

It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource...

Environmental Specialist I

  • Baytown, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 21 hours ago

It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource...

Environmental Specialist 1/Trainee 1/Trainee 2 (NY HELPS)

  • Long Island City, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Island City, NY
  • 1 day ago

Environmental Specialist 1: In addition to the Trainee 1 requirements listed above, you must also have: Either 1....

KPC - Environmental Manager 1

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

District Overview Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force....

Environmental Manager

  • Pine Mountain Valley, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pine Mountain Valley, GA
  • 1 day ago

Assist Wastewater Operators in maintaining their operator's license, overseeing and maintaining the operation of equipment. All other relevant duties as required....

Environmental Manager

  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago

Sustainability & Environmental Initiatives Develop and oversee sustainability programs focused on energy efficiency, waste reduction, and carbon footprint reduction....

Extent of Supervision or Guidance Provided Work is performed under the general supervision of the Division Supervisor for the Ag and Water Resources Division....

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Salary for Environmental Specialist Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Specialists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.2%
Master's Degree
22.8%
High School or GED
11.3%
Associate's Degree
8.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.6%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some High School
0.7%
Some College
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Specialists
2-4 years
42.6%
4-6 years
18.4%
None
13.4%
1-2 years
9.8%
8-10 years
5.0%
10+ years
4.9%
6-8 years
4.6%
Less than 1 year
1.3%


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