STAFF ENVIRONMENTAL Specialist

This position reports to the Environmental Manager.  Peers include other Environmental Specialists.

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare and submit timely monitoring, performance, and compliance reports to all applicable agencies and Corporate HES.  Monthly compilation, calculation, and analysis of plant operating data to ensure compliance with operating permits and regulatory requirements including KPDES, KDAQ, RCRA, HWSA  Implement, support, and sustain site management system activities in accordance with the requirements of ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and the Arkema Integrated Management System (AIMS).  Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with all Local, State and Federal laws, permits, and regulations, as well as Corporate and Plant standards and procedures. Prepare environmental reviews for plant engineering projects and act as a technical resource for process areas to ensure environmental permitting and regulatory requirements. Keep current with constantly changing laws and regulations and provide guidance to the plant in the interpretation of the requirements and develop programs to meet the regulations. Ensure timely reporting of releases, permit excursions, etc. to regulatory agencies and corporate contacts. Develop and conduct environmental training of plant personnel. Work with HES, Operations, and Maintenance to maintain plant HES procedures and update as necessary. Prepare and submit permitting packages to State and Federal agencies as required. Interact with corporate contacts, outside consultants, and State and Federal agencies to assure compliance with environmental and corporate requirements.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/WORK EXPERIENCE

This position requires a minimum of B.S. degree in one or more of the following curriculums; Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, Mechanical Engineering, and/or Chemical Engineering with 2-3 years relevant engineering experience.  Knowledge and experience in the day-to-day management of environmental activities in a plant environment preferred with good interpersonal communication, technical writing, and public speaking skills and the ability to read and develop a good understanding of environmental regulations.