Environmental Coordinator

The Environmental Coordinator will ensure that the project complies with all state and federal regulatory requirements, corporate environmental policies, best management practices and permitting requirements. This is a full-time salaried position.

• Implement, model, and enforce Site Safety and Environmental Policies
• Lead and participate in risk assessments
• Fulfill assigned Incident Management or Emergency Response Team roles per the Ambler Crisis and Emergency Management Plan
• Ensure personnel receive task‑appropriate training with documentation
• Develop Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with Environmental staff and contractors
• Identify, report, and address safety hazards; promote a culture of safe work practices
• Encourage reporting of hazards, near misses, and incidents
• Conduct daily toolbox meetings with Environmental staff and contractors
• Participate in weekly camp‑wide safety meetings
• Assist with safety audits of environmental operations
• Conduct and/or participate in incident investigations

• Assist in routine environmental compliance activities including developing SOP's and environmental forms
• Collect and prepare samples for testing as part of baseline and remediation data collection programs
• Create and deliver training presentations to onsite staff
• Monitor drilling operations; report and respond to environmental issues
• Design and install storm water control measures
• Communicate site environmental policies and best practices to camp personnel and contractors
• Direct spill prevention and clean‑up
• Order department supplies and equipment, ensuring appropriate inventory is on hand for routine activities as well as critical response
• Manage necessary paperwork, documentation and reporting in an organized framework
• Manage/oversee the Environmental Database
• Manage, evaluate and write reports for baseline data activities
• Manage and coordinate with environmental contractors
• Develop plans and programs for environmental field operations
• Assist with permitting activities as needed, including reviewing and commenting on documents
• Assist in communication with NANA liaisons and the Upper Kobuk communities about environmental programs
• Leadership
• Directly supervise two environmental technicians, including performance management
• Assist with tracking, approving, and submitting employee time to payroll
• Participate in daily management meetings
• Model and maintain a culture of accountability and timely reporting of hazards or deficiencies
• Model and uphold a respectful workplace culture; address any incidents of harassment
• Provide recommendations to improve operations

• Bachelor of Science degree in a related field of study (environmental science/engineering, natural resource management, biology, ecology, hydrology, geology, etc.)
• Current HAZWOPER certification preferred
• Valid driver license required

• Knowledge and understanding of ecological processes, hydrology, chemistry and mathematics
• Ability to accurately interpret regulatory language
• Abilities to both carry out the tasks of pre-determined programs and to make constructive suggestions regarding program adaptations and design
• Knowledge of sampling and data collection, analysis and reporting procedures
• Knowledge of spill prevention and response procedures
• Skill in the use of computer programs including Microsoft Office suite
• Skill in troubleshooting and field repair of environmental equipment
• Knowledge of and ability to carry out safe remote operational procedures
• Ability to work tactfully with camp staff, contractors and visitors
• Ability to work independently and manage time in an effective manner
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change
• Ability to take initiative in the case of an emergency
• Ability to follow and provide instructions effectively and in a timely manner
• Ability to work for long periods of time, perhaps 2-3 weeks at a time, in a remote location
• Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively deal with several tasks simultaneously

• 3-5 years field experience working in an environmental science field, including…