Environmental Compliance Specialist

Contingency Notice: This position is contingent upon contract award. While we are actively recruiting, an official start date will be confirmed once the contract has been awarded and approved by the client. Overview The Environmental Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and agency-specific environmental regulations related to petroleum, oils, and lubricants (POL); underground and aboveground storage tanks (UST/AST); and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) programs. This role serves as the technical subject matter expert for fuels and oil compliance, supporting safe operations, environmental protection, regulatory readiness, and mission assurance. Responsibilities POL Compliance Manage compliance for all POL storage, handling, transfer, and dispensing operations Ensure proper labeling, secondary containment, material compatibility, and segregation Monitor fuel inventories and usage to maintain regulatory and permit compliance Support fuel quality assurance and contamination prevention practices Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and emergency response teams to support safe fuel operations UST / AST Program Management Serve as the UST Program Manager and/or AST compliance lead Ensure compliance with EPA, state, and local UST/AST regulations (40 CFR 280/281) Oversee tank registration, permitting, inspections, leak detection, and monitoring systems Track and manage testing, monitoring, and maintenance requirements (e.g., cathodic protection, overfill prevention) Coordinate and document corrective actions for releases, deficiencies, or violations SPCC Program Oversight Maintain and implement the facility SPCC Plan in accordance with 40 CFR 112 Conduct and document required SPCC inspections and integrity testing Ensure secondary containment systems and spill response equipment readiness Coordinate spill response training, drills, and exercises Serve as the primary point of contact for oil spill prevention and response activities Additional Compliance & Program Support Ensure compliance with applicable environmental and safety regulations, including EPA (RCRA, Clean Water Act, SPCC, UST), DOT (fuel transportation), OSHA (Hazard Communication, HAZWOPER), and agency-specific requirements (e.g., NASA NPRs, Center Directives) Maintain accurate compliance records, logs, permits, and inspection documentation Support internal and external audits, regulatory inspections, and corrective action tracking Coordinate with EHS, safety, facilities, operations, engineering, and emergency services Identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective and preventive actions Why We Value You You are able to work independently and show a high level of initiative and attention to detail. You have a consistent character and do not yield to pressure to compromise or cut corners. You have a strong ability to communicate effectively with superiors, colleagues, and customers by clearly expressing your intent and understanding the focus and purpose of the conversation while allowing each person to get their point across. You are open to new ideas and innovations and can create modifications or changes in yourself to adapt or suit a new environment/situation. You have faith in your own ideas and ability to be successful. You hold yourself to the highest standard and work to inspire your team to produce quality work. Working Conditions The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods of time; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear; have sufficient manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, calculator, telephone, and other such office equipment as necessary; may occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds or more with assistance. Specific visual abilities required by the job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus. Work Environment: Work will mainly be performed in an office setting and occasionally with irregular hours. Travel: A low amount of travel away from office may be required. Must possess reliable transportation and be able to access and work on federal facilities in accordance with contract and client requirements. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required federal background investigations and drug testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hsg, Llc