Intrepid Potash · 8 hours ago
Senior Environmental Scientist
Carlsbad, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expIntrepid Potash is an entrepreneurial organization focused on environmentally sound mineral extraction. They are seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to assist with environmental compliance and permitting responsibilities, including managing waste disposal and leading compliance inspections.
MineralMiningNatural ResourcesService Industry
Responsibilities
Lead air, water and waste management compliance inspections
Manage and arrange for disposal of universal, and hazardous wastes
Assist operations with implementation of best practice operational controls for environmental compliance
Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with regulatory personnel
Oversee the compilation of all relevant environmental data, statistics and information required by management, government bodies and agencies
Maintain and submit various records related to permit requirements
Oversee the preparation and review of permit documents
Lead environmental special projects (groundwater sampling, compliance stack testing, etc)
Project management and contractor oversite
Environmental lead for continuous improvement projects
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in environmental roles
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Civil or Mining Engineering, or related technical field
Proficiency with Google Earth and Microsoft Suite, including: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel required
Must be proficient in reading, analyzing and interpreting scientific data and information
Demonstrated Experience In Mining Or Other Heavy Industry Environment
Able to communicate effectively to management and hourly work force
Valid Driver's License
Preferred
Experience working with federal, state and local environmental permitting preferred
Experience with Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Resource Conversation and Recovery Act
Knowledge of NEPA, MSHA, OSHA, DOT and other regulatory requirements preferred
Benefits
Medical plans with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance and vision insurance
401(K) with immediate vesting and generous employer match
Work-life balance with family-friendly work schedules
Opportunity to grow within position through Intrepid’s career path program
Company
Intrepid Potash
Intrepid Potash provides minerals resources for organic crops.
201-500 employees
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