ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST - San Diego, CA

To qualify for this GS-11 Environmental Protection Specialist position, your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in federal service or equivalent in the private/public sector. Specialized experience must include environmental compliance media management, knowledge of environmental laws and permit requirements, and problem-solving using established policies.

• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
• Experience in environmental compliance media management.
• Knowledge of environmental protection laws, regulations, licensing/permit requirements, and precedent decisions governing environmental operations.
• Ability to solve problems using established policies.
• In lieu of specialized experience, a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.M. if related.
• A combination of graduate education and experience may also qualify.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.

Regularly coordinate with the Officer-in-Charge to develop and implement policy and procedure for resolving real or potential conflicts between SCI Command, Tenant, and/or User activities and contracted CNIC/CR programs.

• Develop, implement, review, and revise policy and procedure for logistic support of contracted natural and cultural resource programs.
• Coordinate with Southern California Offshore Range (SCORE) schedulers routinely to facilitate access to ranges, operational training areas, and other secured areas.
• Develop inspection criteria and routinely inspect buildings and structures and associated utility delivery or discharge components.
• Maintain vigilance for unsafe, unhealthy, and/or real or potential out-of-compliance situations associated with the entire scope of command environmental responsibilities.
• Travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS, including remote or isolated sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Be away from home routinely at least three to four nights each week due to location at SCI.
• Limited weekend work (2-3 times per year) will be required.

New employees to the Department of the Navy must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.

• Must obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license (California driver's license required).
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
• Must complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment and submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-450) within 30 days of appointment.
• Must complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites.

Complete benefits package as a federal employee, including health insurance, retirement, and paid leave.

• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position (full-time, part-time, or intermittent).
• Access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding.
• Learn more about federal benefits at the official OPM website.

This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.

• This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
• Several vacancies may be filled.
• A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any scheduled appointments.
• Federal annuitant information: selection of an annuitant is subject to Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on employment of annuitants.
• Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you must submit supporting documentation as described in the Required Documents section.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of the American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
• Agency contact: Nikki Saa, Phone: 619-705-5124, Email: [email protected].
• Address: NB CORONADO, Commander, Navy Region Southwest, 937 Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92132-0058 US.

Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) is the shore installation management arm of the U.S. Navy, responsible for providing quality services and facilities to Navy personnel and their families. NB Coronado, part of CNIC, oversees naval installations in the Southwest region, including San Clemente Island. This Environmental Protection Specialist position supports the Navy's environmental stewardship mission on San Clemente Island, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while enabling critical training and operations. NB CORONADO is named as the hiring organisation for the ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST post.