Environmental Protection Specialist

Department of Energy Headquarters • Full-time • Germantown, Maryland • $169.28k - $197.20k / year • 19h ago

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Open: August 17, 2026 — Closes: August 25, 2026

Summary

This position is part of the Office of Environment, Health, Safety, and Security, Department of Energy. As an Environmental Protection Specialist, you will serve as the technical expert to assist Headquarters and field management officials on all items related to analytical laboratory operations including environmental sample collection, analysis, data quality, and data validation.

Major Duties

The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The mission of the Office of Environment, Health, Safety, and Security as the Department's central organization, is to be responsible for health, safety, environment, and security; providing corporate-level leadership and strategic vision to coordinate and integrate these vital programs. EHSS is responsible for policy development and technical assistance; safety analysis; and corporate safety and security programs. EHSS advises DOE Senior Leadership on all matters related to environment, health, safety and security across the complex. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As an Environmental Protection Specialist, you will: Provide overall authoritative leadership, strategic direction, and long-range planning for complex, agency-wide environmental protection, management, and sustainability programs. Translate federal environmental laws and regulations into Department-wide policy direction, drafting complex rules, standards, and operating guidance. Lead reviews, assessments, and audit including the DOE Consolidated Audit Program (DOECAP) to evaluate environmental compliance, waste management, and quality assurance across facilities nationwide. Serve as a technical authority providing expert advice to senior DOE management, external agencies, and stakeholders on high-visibility, sensitive, or unprecedented environmental issues. Represent the Department in national and international forums, chairs interagency workgroups, and negotiate solutions on controversial regulatory and environmental matters. Oversee contractor activities, review technical/analytical data standards (e.g., UFP-QAPP, DoD/DOE QSM, ISO/IEC 17025), and manage technical assistance regarding waste treatment, storage, and disposal operations.