• Project Scientist

    Natives of Kodiak (Eglin AFB, FL)


    **KOMAN Government Solutions** has an immediate need for a **Project Scientist** to support our operations at **Eglin Air Force Base** . The Project Scientist will be responsible for supporting the team on environmental compliance projects to include a variety of facility/site assessments, soil/surface water/groundwater sampling, environmental management plan developments, permit renewals/applications, and environmental training.

     

    WHY WORK HERE?

     

    + Salary Range of $50-$60k.

    + Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program including 3 weeks (120 hours) to start; 4 weeks (160 hours) after 2 years; and 5 weeks (200 hours) after 5 years.

    + Benefits selected start first of month after hire.

    + Robust benefit options: medical, vision, dental, additional life insurance, critical illness, additional hospitalization coverage, pet insurance, and identity theft offerings.

    + Company paid 1X salary life insurance, short term disability and long-term disability insurance.

    + Company match up to 4% on 401K

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Provides support to execute and maintain base wide air quality and water quality compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements on 3 air force installations

    + Assures compliance is maintained with Federal, State and local regulatory guidance at military facilities

    + Coordinates independent and team inspections, site assessments, and field sampling

    + Assists field team member air quality inspections to assess performance and assure overall environmental compliance

    + Assists with the modification of the SWPPP to encompass future mission growth

    + Assesses SWPPP, SWMP, MSGP and other regulatory stormwater documents to improve inspection process and BMPs on site

    + Provides regulatory guidance to assist facilities with solving compliance issues

    + Works with the compliance assistance team to collect air emission inventory data including physical pieces of equipment and chemical processes on air force installations

    + Performs MS4 industrial, construction, and industrial inspections

    + Creates detailed technical documents to outline findings and explain corrective actions

    + Assists with storm water site assessments to ensure proper BMPs are in place to prevent illicit discharge

    + Conducts all field work in accordance with OSHA guidelines and FDEP standard operating procedures

    + Assists with managing the government air quality emissions regulatory database, APIMS and assists with chemical data entry in EESOH-MIS

    + Communicates and coordinates effectively with off-site and on-site team

    + Participates in environmental audits

    + Forges positive relationship with the clients and peers

    + Will receive training to become the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) for the team

    + Assists with maintaining task progress racking

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    + 1-3 years of experience as an Environmental Scientist or similar title.

    + Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in engineering, environmental Science, or related science.

    + Computer skills required: Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.

    + Current OSHA 40-hour training for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) or ability to obtain before commencing employment.

    + Ability to work overtime when required.

    + Valid Drivers License

     

    _As a Federal Contract Employer, KOMAN Families of Companies follows Federal Laws as it pertains to drug testing. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo drug testing for commonly abused controlled substances in accordance with Federal Law. It is important to note although a State may have legalized a controlled substance, if the controlled substance is illegal per Federal Law, it is then considered to be illegal. KOMAN Families of Companies is a Drug-Free Workplace. Successful completion of a background and DMV record check also must be completed prior to hire._

     

    _Preference will be given to Natives of Kodiak, Inc. Shareholders and Descendants of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i)_

     

    _KGS is an Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities_