St. George Tanaq Corporation
Environmental Compliance Specialist
St. George Tanaq Corporation, Jackson, Mississippi, United States, 39200
Environmental Compliance Specialist
St. George Tanaq Corporation invites applications for the Environmental Compliance Specialist position.
Overview Tanaq Environmental, LLC. (TEL) delivers environmental engineering, investigation, consulting, and remediation services to local, state, and federal agencies in the areas of hazardous & toxic waste restoration and military munitions site management. TEL is a subsidiary of St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) committed to serving federal customers while giving back to the Alaskan native community and shareholders.
About the Role Environmental Compliance Specialist responsible for providing multimedia environmental support and assessment of facility operations for compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations, permits, and plans. The specialist will support Tanaq’s environmental projects by maintaining adherence to these requirements. Focus is on projects with federal contracts, requiring strong understanding of laws such as CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, NEPA, and agency requirements (EPA, USACE). Responsibilities include developing and implementing compliance plans, conducting site inspections, preparing reports, and interacting with regulatory agencies.
This is a remote role that can be based anywhere in the United States and requires an estimated 25‑40% annual travel within the United States, depending on project requirements.
Responsibilities
Prepare plans, permit applications, and reports for various environmental compliance areas, such as Clean Water Act (Sections 401, 402, 404), NPDES/Stormwater, SPCC/Oil Pollution Act, storage tank management programs, RCRA, EPCRA, solid waste, air quality, and wastewater programs.
Provide multimedia environmental support and assessment of facility operations to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and plans, including on‑site assistance as needed.
Identify potential compliance issues and offer recommendations for corrective actions in technical reports and through oral communication.
Deliver client support by providing training on various environmental compliance topics, in‑person or online, as directed by the project manager.
Requirements Required Experience and Skills
Minimum 3‑5 years of experience in multimedia environmental compliance consulting.
Working knowledge of environmental regulations and standards (e.g., Clean Water Act, 40 CFR 112 – Oil Pollution Prevention/SPCC, NPDES/Stormwater, EPCRA).
Strong understanding of RCRA hazardous waste regulations, including solid waste definitions, hazardous waste listing/characteristics, and EPA waste determination requirements.
Ability to perform accurate waste profiling using analytical data, SDS review and process knowledge.
Experience in environmental management systems and ISO 14001 standards is a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail.
Organizational skills and ability to plan and manage multiple tasks.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to execute multiple assignments at various locations.
Professional demeanor with a positive, solution‑seeking attitude and personal responsibility.
Valid driver’s license with a clear driving record.
Ability to obtain clearance to access military bases and other federal government installations.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Education and Training
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences or an Engineering discipline.
Physical Requirements
Must be able and willing to travel to visit job sites, attend client meetings, and/or attend professional or technical conferences, typically 25% to 40% annually (dependent upon project requirements), within the United States.
Physically able, with or without accommodation, to work in outdoor environments with uneven terrain and variable outdoor conditions including heat, cold, dust, noise, chemicals, moisture, dryness, and vibration.
Ability to perform physical activities associated with field work, including walking long distances, climbing ladders, and carrying equipment. Bending, kneeling, stooping, and reaching are essential functions.
May require frequent repetitive bending & stooping, standing/walking, power gripping/squeezing (hand tools, levers), operation of vehicles, and lifting less than 25‑50 pounds.
May require wearing personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, safety shoes, hard hats, hearing protection, and respirator.
Must be able to work in a hybrid remote work arrangement with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Who We Are Tanaq Environmental, LLC. (TEL) delivers environmental engineering, investigation, consulting, and remediation services to government agencies and private clients in the areas of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste (HTRW) restoration and Military Munitions Response Program (MMRP) support. Primary governmental clients include the US Army Corps of Engineers, US Air Force, US Navy, other DoD agencies, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the US Forest Service. TEL is a subsidiary of St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation committed to serving federal customers while giving back to the Alaskan native community and shareholders.
Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination Tanaq Environmental, LLC. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tanaq complies with the Drug‑free Workplace Act of 1988 and E‑Verify.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing any part of the application process, please email accommodation@tanaq.com to request a reasonable accommodation.
Notice on Candidate AI Usage Tanaq is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive interview process for all candidates based on their experience, skills and education. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews is not allowed. Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation that may involve AI must contact us prior to their interview at accommodation@tanaq.com.
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Overview Tanaq Environmental, LLC. (TEL) delivers environmental engineering, investigation, consulting, and remediation services to local, state, and federal agencies in the areas of hazardous & toxic waste restoration and military munitions site management. TEL is a subsidiary of St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) committed to serving federal customers while giving back to the Alaskan native community and shareholders.
About the Role Environmental Compliance Specialist responsible for providing multimedia environmental support and assessment of facility operations for compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations, permits, and plans. The specialist will support Tanaq’s environmental projects by maintaining adherence to these requirements. Focus is on projects with federal contracts, requiring strong understanding of laws such as CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, NEPA, and agency requirements (EPA, USACE). Responsibilities include developing and implementing compliance plans, conducting site inspections, preparing reports, and interacting with regulatory agencies.
This is a remote role that can be based anywhere in the United States and requires an estimated 25‑40% annual travel within the United States, depending on project requirements.
Responsibilities
Prepare plans, permit applications, and reports for various environmental compliance areas, such as Clean Water Act (Sections 401, 402, 404), NPDES/Stormwater, SPCC/Oil Pollution Act, storage tank management programs, RCRA, EPCRA, solid waste, air quality, and wastewater programs.
Provide multimedia environmental support and assessment of facility operations to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and plans, including on‑site assistance as needed.
Identify potential compliance issues and offer recommendations for corrective actions in technical reports and through oral communication.
Deliver client support by providing training on various environmental compliance topics, in‑person or online, as directed by the project manager.
Requirements Required Experience and Skills
Minimum 3‑5 years of experience in multimedia environmental compliance consulting.
Working knowledge of environmental regulations and standards (e.g., Clean Water Act, 40 CFR 112 – Oil Pollution Prevention/SPCC, NPDES/Stormwater, EPCRA).
Strong understanding of RCRA hazardous waste regulations, including solid waste definitions, hazardous waste listing/characteristics, and EPA waste determination requirements.
Ability to perform accurate waste profiling using analytical data, SDS review and process knowledge.
Experience in environmental management systems and ISO 14001 standards is a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail.
Organizational skills and ability to plan and manage multiple tasks.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to execute multiple assignments at various locations.
Professional demeanor with a positive, solution‑seeking attitude and personal responsibility.
Valid driver’s license with a clear driving record.
Ability to obtain clearance to access military bases and other federal government installations.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Education and Training
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences or an Engineering discipline.
Physical Requirements
Must be able and willing to travel to visit job sites, attend client meetings, and/or attend professional or technical conferences, typically 25% to 40% annually (dependent upon project requirements), within the United States.
Physically able, with or without accommodation, to work in outdoor environments with uneven terrain and variable outdoor conditions including heat, cold, dust, noise, chemicals, moisture, dryness, and vibration.
Ability to perform physical activities associated with field work, including walking long distances, climbing ladders, and carrying equipment. Bending, kneeling, stooping, and reaching are essential functions.
May require frequent repetitive bending & stooping, standing/walking, power gripping/squeezing (hand tools, levers), operation of vehicles, and lifting less than 25‑50 pounds.
May require wearing personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, safety shoes, hard hats, hearing protection, and respirator.
Must be able to work in a hybrid remote work arrangement with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Who We Are Tanaq Environmental, LLC. (TEL) delivers environmental engineering, investigation, consulting, and remediation services to government agencies and private clients in the areas of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste (HTRW) restoration and Military Munitions Response Program (MMRP) support. Primary governmental clients include the US Army Corps of Engineers, US Air Force, US Navy, other DoD agencies, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the US Forest Service. TEL is a subsidiary of St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation committed to serving federal customers while giving back to the Alaskan native community and shareholders.
Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination Tanaq Environmental, LLC. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tanaq complies with the Drug‑free Workplace Act of 1988 and E‑Verify.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing any part of the application process, please email accommodation@tanaq.com to request a reasonable accommodation.
Notice on Candidate AI Usage Tanaq is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive interview process for all candidates based on their experience, skills and education. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews is not allowed. Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation that may involve AI must contact us prior to their interview at accommodation@tanaq.com.
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