Job Summary:
Working in the Environmental Affairs Program offers a unique opportunity to have a positive effect on our environment. Situated between two lakes, the scenic University of Wisconsin-Madison campus encompasses a wide variety of activities that have the potential to impact the beauty of our natural surroundings. In the Environmental Affairs Specialist role, you will be responsible for evaluating the environmental impacts from our activities and oversee regulatory compliance by UW-Madison with the associated environmental obligations - thereby mitigating the effects to our natural resources.
This is a challenging compliance position which includes: environmental permitting and permit administration and oversight; external stakeholder outreach; advising and directing our internal stakeholders; compiling required documentation; and demonstrating compliance to our environmental agencies and stakeholders. The Environmental Affairs Specialist position also offers the chance to work within a community of subject matter experts with resources unique to a world class research and educational institution. The rich variety of activities and people at UW-Madison results in a dynamic environment with unique challenges.
Common duties include preparing documentation needed to satisfy regulatory requirements and the identification of environmental risks at UW-Madison facilities. The Environmental Affairs Specialist will assess, review, and resolve technical environmental issues, and therefore a comprehensive knowledge of environmental regulation and science is needed. The position will also actively develop and facilitate University policymaking. Lastly, the position will be required to represent the University before regulatory agencies and consulting engineers. Excellent organizational, writing, and other communication skills are critical to this position.
About the Division of FP&M and Department of EH&S:
The Division of Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) is a full-spectrum service organization that builds, maintains, and operates the physical environment of the UW-Madison campus in support of the university's education, research, and outreach activities. FP&M works behind the scenes to coordinate campus planning, manage design and construction, maintain and operate buildings and grounds, supply utility services, ensure health and safety, and provide parking and transportation services. The Department of Environment, Health, and Safety (EH&S) provides guidance, technical consultations, and expertise to the campus community in the areas of biological, chemical, environmental, engineering, radiation, and fire safety.
Responsibilities:
Compliance Specialist III (CP020)
Compliance Specialist II (CP019)
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:
Required
Bachelor's Degree
With a focus in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
Qualifications:
Required:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience working in environmental compliance.
- Ability to communicate effectively to establish and maintain good working relationships.
- Ability to write clearly, understand and interpret environmental and analytical data, and assemble, organize and report chemical and environmental information accurately.
Preferred:
- 5+ years experience working in environmental compliance covering state, federal, and local regulations and permitting related to air, water, and hazardous materials.
- Knowledge of WPDES industrial wastewater and stormwater permit conditions and state non-point source pollution regulations.
- Knowledge of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan development and implementation.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to environmental protection, including those pertaining to the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, EPCRA Community-Right-to-Know, chemical emergency response, underground storage tanks, spill response and SPCC plan implementation, and remediation of contaminated areas.
- Knowledge of WDNR permitted air emissions and permit requirements and conditions.
- Knowledge of the Wisconsin Environmental Policy Act and WEPA procedures.
- Knowledge (comprehensive) of the principles and practices of environmental science, including techniques of environmental protection, transport of contaminants, groundwater, identification of environmental risks, environmental audit techniques, and methods of environmental protection.
- Knowledge of the remediation and closure process for chemically contaminated sites.
License/Certification:
Preferred
Drivers License - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $70,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The starting salary for the position is $70,000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf.
Additional Information:
A title of Compliance Specialist II or Compliance Specialist III will be determined at the time of hire depending on the selected candidate's qualifications, education, and experience.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
How to Apply:
To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. You'll be asked to submit a resume and cover letter. In your application materials, detail your experience as it pertains to this position.
Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with titles, emails, and phone numbers (including at least one supervisory reference). Please note that references will not be contacted without your prior knowledge.
Contact:
Emma DeGan
emma.degan@wisc.edu
608-497-4469
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Compliance Specialist II(CP019) or Compliance Specialist III(CP020)
Department(s):
A71-FACILITIES PLNG AND MGMT/EHS/CHEMICAL SAFETY
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
314981-AS
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here
To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Division Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.
Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.
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University of Wisconsin Madison
$70,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
paid time off
May 16, 2025