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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Environmental Compliance Specialist to support on-site environmental compliance at a U.S. Army installation in Bowling Green, VA. This role is full-time and requires regular on-site presence to support installation environmental programs, permit tracking, inspections, data collection, and environmental reporting that meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.

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What You’ll Do

• Assist senior staff and installation personnel with routine environmental compliance inspections of training areas, ranges, industrial facilities, motor pools, and construction sites.
• Collect, organize, and maintain environmental compliance records — inspection reports, stormwater monitoring data, air emissions records, and training documentation.
• Support preparation, tracking, and submission of environmental permits, reports, and regulatory documentation to EPA, Virginia DEQ, and other agencies.
• Help implement and update environmental management plans, including SWPPP, SPCC, and Hazardous Waste Management Plans.
• Perform data entry and basic analysis using Excel, environmental databases, and Army tracking systems.
• Support documentation and reporting for environmental incidents and spills.
• Research and summarize applicable federal, state, DoD, and Army environmental regulations for installation staff.
• Participate in outreach to educate installation personnel, tenants, and the public on compliance and pollution-prevention practices.
• Complete required CEMML/Confidential Client and installation-specific environmental, safety, and security training.

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Minimum & Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum: Currently enrolled in or degree completed (Bachelor’s) in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Natural Resources Management, or closely related field.
• Preferred: Experience conducting fieldwork (ideally ≥2 years), experience working with military personnel or in highly structured organizations, strong written and verbal communication skills, and familiarity with environmental permits and regulatory reporting.
• Preferred certification: 40-hour HAZWOPER (may be completed after hire if not already held).

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Conditions of Employment & Work Environment

• This position requires regular on-site presence at a Department of Defense installation. Access to U.S. Army Garrison Fort A.P. Hill is restricted and requires established installation credentials.
• Required for installation access: U.S. citizenship, REAL ID, successful background investigation (includes fingerprinting and identity verification), and sponsorship by the installation security office.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC).
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and be able to operate agency/government vehicles on the installation.
• Work is performed both in offices and outdoors on rugged terrain and in all weather while wearing required PPE.
• Position is contingent upon funding and the continued availability of the supporting agreement.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $50,000 - $54,000 per year.
• This is a non-federal position funded through Confidential Client (embedded with the installation). Benefits information is available through Confidential Client’s HR resources; applicants should review benefit summaries for full details.

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Application & Selection Notes

• For full consideration, applicants should apply by 11/9/2026.
• Required application documents: Cover letter and resume/CV that clearly address required and preferred qualifications. (Applicants may redact age or education dates if desired.)
• The hiring process will include verification steps and a background check before final offer. Final hiring decisions are made by people at the hiring organization.

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Keywords & Focus (for candidates)

• Environmental Compliance Specialist Bowling Green VA
• Entry-level environmental jobs Bowling Green VA
• HAZWOPER 40-hour, SWPPP, SPCC, stormwater monitoring
• Environmental permits (EPA, Virginia DEQ)
• Fieldwork and environmental inspections

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

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