Job Description

Posting number: 2026-02368

Department: Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation - Land and Ocean Conservation Futures

Division: Army Natural Resources Program on Oahu

Job classification: CASUAL

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administration, Administrative Assistant, Environmental Services

Summary

Title: Casual Hire - Environmental Compliance Specialist

Position Number: Casual Hire

Hiring Unit: Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI), Office of Land and Ocean Conservation Futures (LOCF)

Location: UH Manoa, OVPRI

Date Posted: November 9, 2026

Closing Date: November 10, 2026, 11:59 PM, HST

Salary: $46.00/hour

Schedule: Up to 19.5 hours/week

Full Time/Part Time: Part Time

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Other Conditions: Position is a temporary casual hire position and offers no benefits, not to exceed 19.5 hours/week.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides program support in Water Quality, Air Quality and Safe Drinking Water Compliance for the U.S. Army Reserve 9th Mission Support Command’s (USAR 9th MSC)
• Updates inventory of all USAR 9th MSC facility structures/equipment subject to Air and Water regulations including but not limited to, oil-water separators (OWS), detention/retention ponds, wash racks, septic tanks, lift stations, grease traps, and other wastewater and storm water structures/equipment.
• Ensure permitting is complete for all USAR 9th MSC facility structures/equipment subject to Air and Water permitting including but not limited to, oil-water separators (OWS), detention/retention ponds, wash racks, septic tanks, lift stations, grease traps, and other wastewater and storm water structures/equipment.
• Manages air quality permits, which may include obtaining new permits, renewing/updating existing permits, and closure/termination of permits.
• Conducts Environmental Control Officer (ECO) Training in Spill Prevention, Air and Water Quality
• Review and revise Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans and Spill Prevention, Control, Contermeasure and Containment Plans
• Edit/review Integrated Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Waste Management Plan (IHMP/HWMP) for the USAR 9th MSC - all applicable sites.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Planning, Environmental Management, or other related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience with environmental regulatory compliance; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of environmental regulatory compliance as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.
• Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal, state and territorial laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with environmental regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer, apply word/visual processing software, and other databases as required by the task.

Supplemental Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to be able to collect water and waste samples according to methodology and review sampling analysis reports.
• Interisland same day travel to USAR Centers on Hilo and Maui as needed.
• Completed 24-hour HAZWOPER training

Desirable Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Planning, Environmental Management, or other related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience with environmental regulatory compliance; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
• Demonstrated ability to understand military structure, guidelines, and how to operate in a mission focused climate.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare narrative summary reports and permit applications, interpret and apply regulations
• Demonstrated ability to develop, define, and apply new and improved techniques, strategies, and original methods to the solution of important problems or increased efficiency, effectiveness or productivity in environmental compliance efforts.
• Demonstrated ability to develop policy and procedures related to environmental compliance assignments.

To Apply:

Select the "Apply" button in the top right corner of the screen; first-time NeoGov users will need to create an account. Please ensure your application includes the following materials:

• Cover Letter: A letter detailing your interest and how you meet both the minimum and desirable qualifications. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date to be considered.
• Resume/CV: A current professional resume or curriculum vitae.
• Professional References: The names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) professional references.
• Unofficial Transcripts: Copies of unofficial transcripts are required for the application, though official versions must be provided upon hire. Please note that copies of diplomas and academic summaries are not acceptable substitutes.
• Foreign Credential Evaluation: For degrees earned outside the U.S., you must provide a course-by-course analysis and equivalency statement from a NACES-member agency at your own expense.

Important Note: To protect your privacy, do not include any photos, Social Security Numbers, or dates of birth in your packet. Only the most recent application will be reviewed, and all submitted materials become the property of the University of Hawai’i. Please ensure all documents are complete and legible to be considered by the search committee. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Inquiries:

Linden Schneider, lindensc@hawaii.edu

Examples of duties

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