The Environmental Specialist performs specific objectives and work plan activities under established environmental grants, assists the environmental director in management duties, planning and administration of environmental protection, and HAZMAT activities. This is a high demand position on a salary scale; therefore overtime is not available to the position recipient. Duration of this position is based on current and future funding availability. Will be expected to develop an expertise in environmental air, water, soils, solid waste, and HAZMAT issues of the Fallon Tribe. Must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited collage or university in environmental science, earth science, life science or other related fields of study; or An equivalent combination of collage education and formal training experience in a environmental and emergency response field, which would indicate the ability to perform the duties as described above. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: Must have technical and analytical skills to interpret technical environmental reports and data. Must also have knowledge of Indian communities and their organizational structure and basic understanding of Indian law principles. Must work with minimal supervision and work in a professional manner. Must be able and willing to travel extensively for training, workshops, conferences. ETC. Must attend some after-hours meetings. Must be reliable. Good judgement and personal initiative are important. Must possess very good written and oral communication skills. Must possess computer skills and work with windows based programs including Word-Excel spreadsheets and databases. Must be able to write and administer program grants and complete programs in a timely manner. Preference given to qualified Tribal and Indian applicants in accordance with 25 CFR. Pays $17.23 – $20.57 hourly. Closes December 13, 2020 at 5:00 pm. The application is required to apply, please go to www.fpst.org for application
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.23 – $20.57 per hour
COVID-19 considerations:
All customers entering the building must wear a mask