Environmental Specialist Jobs in Oregon

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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Environmental Specialist - Portland, OR

  • Portland, OR
  • 17 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 17 days ago

The Environmental Specialist is based in the Pacific Northwest Region, preferably in or around Portland, Oregon or Spokane, Washington. Occasional travel may be required....

Power Plant Environmental Specialist -- Boardman, OR

  • Boardman, OR
  • 18 days ago
  • Boardman, OR
  • 18 days ago

Apply today to be part of a company leading the way in sustainable power plant operations!...

Corporate Environmental Manager

  • Tillamook, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tillamook, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Leadership: Supervises the wastewater treatment plant manager at the Tillamook facility. Assures compliance with TCCAs National Pollution Discharges Elimination System (NPDES) permit....

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Environmental Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Environmental Specialist Jobs in Oregon

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Specialists in Oregon offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.3%
Master's Degree
22.6%
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 in Oregon
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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