Environmental Protection Specialist

The Environmental Protection Specialist serves as the Green Environment Systems Manager (GEMS) for the Iowa City VA Health Care System. The employee will apply specialized knowledge of planning and administering environmental compliance and environmental sustainability, using the Environmental Management Systems format. Major duties include but are not limited to: Provide professional and technical services related to environmental issues and program planning to achieve compliance with regulations and requirements. Inspect proper documentation for the transportation of hazardous materials and waste. Correct issues at time of inspection or develop corrective action plans to close out any findings. Advise organizations and services on procedural methods and process improvements. Develop and implement quality control and quality assurance practices for existing processes. Author reports documenting any regulatory non-compliance issues. Evaluate the need for additional or improved facilities and personnel development. Review construction project plans and specifications for pollution control features to ensure compliance. Serve as an expert on the interpretation of environmental regulations and technical issues. Advise senior level management officials within the health care system on the status of environmental programs and recommend changes in the process to meet new requirements and/or reduce environmental impact. Adapt various media to fit special and unique training and promotion activities. Identify process improvement projects to reduce environmental impacts. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm Telework: This position may be authorized for Ad-hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Environmental Protection Specialist/PD23530A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.