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Posted: 13-May-26
Location: Syracuse, New York
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 7153552
Environmental Compliance Technician
Job #: 042800
Location Syracuse, NY
Pay Range: $24.64 - $25.00
Hours:
Standard University business hours
8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)
8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
The Environmental Compliance Technician is a member of the Emergency and Environmental Risk Services (EERS) team supporting environmental compliance operational activities for the University. This position uses environmental compliance knowledge and expertise to provide compliance assistance, guidance, and training to the University community and to facilitate University-wide compliance with local, state, and federal environmental rules and regulations. This position conducts compliance assessments, prepares compliance reports, and collects and maintains compliance records. The position also responds to environmental releases and contamination events, implements remedial actions, and prepares incident reports.
Education and Experience:
- B.S. in environmental science, environmental health and safety, environmental technology, chemistry, biology, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in environmental compliance, environmental management, or similar environmental related activities.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Demonstrated understanding of a broad range of environmental compliance requirements impacting a large research university.
- Strong written communication ad presentation skills, analytical skills and attention to detail with experience in developing reports and evaluating and interpreting analytical data.
- Ability to work autonomously in a highly matrixed, decentralized, and complex work environment.
- Willingness to work in the field, across campus, much of the time.
- Valid NYS Drivers license and a driving record which meets University requirements is required.
- Must be medically fit and able to wear respiratory protection.
- HAZWOPER 24 or 40-hour certification required or commitment to obtain within 2 months of hire.
- Successful candidate is expected to establish their principal residence in the Central New York area within approximately 30 minutes driving distance from Syracuse University.
Responsibilities:
- Support the development, maintenance, and implementation of various environmental protection programs with the primary focus on air emissions control and permitting, greenhouse gases, bulk storage, spill prevention, regulated waste management, wastewater management, pesticides, and regulated building materials.
- Understand and interpret environmental laws and regulations applicable to University operations, determine compliance obligations and communicate requirements to affected University personnel.
- Investigate environmental related inquiries and other concerns and participate in the evaluation and determination of appropriate actions.
- Perform environmental compliance assessments, inspections and monitoring.
- Identify, communicate, and implement necessary corrective actions.
- Assist with environmental sampling and monitoring.
- Conduct radon monitoring and assessments and maintain related records.
- Support regulated waste management assessments and provide back up support to the regulated waste management group.
- Collect, prepare and maintain reports and records necessary to document, track, and assure compliance.
- Maintain the Universitys air emissions source inventory, and bulk oil storage container inventory.
- Tabulate air contaminates emission levels for regulatory reporting.
- Track cooling tower legionella compliance monitoring data and actions.
- Review pesticides used on campus for compliance and safety consideration and prepare related compliance reports.
- Communicate and collaborate with University personnel and contractors to implement compliance actions and best management practices to meet compliance obligations.
- Instruct employees on the content, concepts and requirements of applicable environmental compliance programs and obligations.
- Develop and prepare training materials.
- Participate in chemical, biological or environmental incident investigations and spill response actions including the continued ability to use chemical protective suits, respirators, specialized equipment and air monitoring devices.
About Syracuse University:
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the Universitys 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the Universitys 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area:
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
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To apply, visit https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/113033
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The Universitys contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
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About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a place where talent, desire, and opportunity thrive. In 12 different schools and colleges that span the liberal arts and professional disciplines, students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds come together to learn, create, and break boundaries.
The University is also a vital part of the community, providing services as well as being a leader in employee benefits, work-life and organizational development, training, student employment, staff relations, and workforce diversity.
Syracuse itself is located at the crossroads of New York State, and offers a lush landscape of seasons. From fun-filled summers in the Finger Lakes to snowy winters that thrill outdoor sports enthusiasts, the area truly has something for everyone.
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