Job Description
Join Virginia's premier environmental protection agency in an immediate opening for an Environmental Specialist in Virginia Beach. This critical role supports compliance monitoring, pollution prevention initiatives, and public outreach across coastal Virginia. Enjoy competitive state benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make tangible environmental impact.
Responsibilities
- Conduct field inspections and water quality sampling in coastal ecosystems
- Analyze environmental data to identify pollution sources and regulatory violations
- Develop compliance reports for industrial and municipal facilities
- Lead public outreach programs on environmental best practices
- Collaborate with federal agencies on Chesapeake Bay restoration projects
- Prepare technical documentation for regulatory enforcement actions
- Train local businesses on Virginia's environmental regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or related field
- 3+ years of regulatory compliance or environmental monitoring experience
- Valid Virginia driver's license with clean record
- Proficiency in GIS mapping and water quality analysis software
- Strong written communication skills for technical reporting
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Knowledge of federal/state environmental regulations (RCRA, CWA)
- Experience with public speaking and community engagement