Pollution Prevention Specialist

East Carolina University, United States

Updated: 27 days ago
Location: Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Deadline: 17 Apr 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Job Title Pollution Prevention Specialist
Position Number 400487
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Time-Limited Yes
Department Homepage https://cet.ecu.edu/cse3/
Advertising Department COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title 12521 Environmental Specialist
Competency Level 2 - Journey
Working Title Pollution Prevention Specialist
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Recruitment Range $31,200 - $59,225
Anticipated Hiring Range $40,000 - $50,000
Salary Grade Equivalency GN10
Work Schedule Monday-Friday
Work Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Position Location (City) Greenville
Job Category Staff - Professional
Organizational Unit Overview
The College of Engineering and Technology is comprised of four departments: Computer Science , Construction Management, Engineering , and Technology Systems. The college also includes the Advising Center, Center for Sustainability, and the Center for Innovation in Technology and Engineering as well as over 35,000 feet of lab space. The College serves more than 3,000 graduate and undergraduate students and has 80+ faculty. The College is housed in the 250,000 sq. ft. Science and Technology Building.
Job Duties
This position helps promotes environmental justice in disadvantaged NC communities through providing technical assistance for manufacturing facilities. This position helps in overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the pollution prevention initiatives. This role involves liaising with all project partners, devising plans for technical training courses, arranging and executing the technical assistance component of the project in conjunction with other team members, and ensuring follow-up with assisted facilities to monitor the implementation of recommendations. Additionally, the P2 Coordinator will be responsible for supervising undergraduate and graduate students involved in the project, offering guidance and support, as well as developing marketing materials to promote the project. Regular updates to the project’s website will be the coordinator’s responsibility, including timely submission of updates to the website administrators.
Grant Management 30%
  • Manage all components of the pollution prevention project.
  • Oversee and coordinate environmental projects, ensuring they align with pollution prevention and environmental justice objectives.
  • Liaise with various stakeholders, including industry representatives, community leaders, and government agencies.
  • Communicate with all project partners. This includes: Energy Centers and Professional Organizations, County Developers, City Managers, and projects’ sub-awardees.


Pollution Prevention Technical Assistance 20%
  • Organize and conduct the technical assistance component of the pollution prevention projects with other team members. This includes pollution prevention, energy, water, and lean assessments.
  • Develop technical assessment reports and present the results to the facilities.
  • Follow up with assisted facilities to track implemented recommendations.
  • Develop environmental management plans for facilities as needed.

Community Engagement and Environmental Justice 20%:
  • Work with disadvantaged communities to understand their environmental concerns, particularly related to industrial pollution.
  • Develop and implement solutions that address environmental justice issues.
  • Advocate for policies and practices that promote fairness and equity in environmental decision-making.

Student Supervision 20%
  • Supervise project undergraduate and graduate students and provide guidance.
  • Organize and monitor student work schedules.

Marketing 10%
  • Update and maintain relevant sections of the organization’s website and social media platforms.
  • Develop marketing materials for the pollution prevention projects. This includes marketing materials for the technical training courses and for the regional workshops.
  • Plan activities to promote pollution prevention during the annual pollution prevention week (third week of September annually).
  • Work with assisted facilities to write case studies and success stories.
  • Update the information on the projects’ website regularly and submit the updates to the website admins.
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in an agriculture, biological, engineering, environmental, natural resources sciences or related discipline and one year of experience that demonstrates possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation
N/A
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Experience in industrial pollution prevention, environmental management, or a similar role. Knowledge of environmental justice principles and practices. Experience in a manufacturing environment, supervision, data analysis and grant management is preferred. Strong project management and coordination skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse groups. Excellent oral and written communication skills, computer application skills, and the ability to analyze and compile technical and statistical data are preferred. The ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work effectively with client organizations is preferred.
License or Certification required by the Department
N/A
Special Instructions to Applicant
  • Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
  • If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
  • Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Open Date 04/03/2024
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. 04/17/2024
Open Until Filled No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/69187
Alternate option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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