Environmental Protection Specialist

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
📍 Palo Alto, CA, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 26, 2026

Job Description

Summary Environmental Protection Specialist performs practical duties associated with air quality, storm water, hazardous materials programs, and sustainability programs. The specialist supports further development and implementation of VA's Green Environmental Management System (GEMS) within the VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) They provide consultative support in the implementation of environmental sustainability programs and performs environmental reviews for construction projects. Responsibilities The environmental protection specialist is responsible for the implementation of environmental policies and regulatory program activities. Assignments also include responsibility for the technical adequacy of plans, designs, and specifications concerning environmental activities within a facility. Duties include but are not limited to: Administers environmental programs to assure compliance with applicable laws and regulation for air emissions, wastewater discharge, solid and haz...

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Job Details

  • Location Palo Alto, CA
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date July 26, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 30, 2026