An Environmental Protection Specialist, GS-0028-11, Serves as the Environmental Program Manager for the ARNG/ANG and supported tenants which involves the implementation and monitoring of various environmental programs as outlined in ARNG/ANG regulations, directives and policy guidance such as: air and water permitting, Installation Compatible Use Zone Studies (ICUZ), solid and hazardous waste disposal and handling programs, pollution control, PCB disposal management, underground storage tank management, Environmental Compliance Assessment and Management Program (ECAMP), Installation Restoration Program (IRP), cultural and natural resources, endangered species, historical sites and archeology management, etc. Coordinates ARNG/ANG level facility environmental plans, programs and projects. Serves as primary point of contact to regulatory agencies on environmental matters to civilian authorities for installation project development that may have an impact on surrounding communities dictated by the National Environmental Policy ACT (NEPA); for federal, state and local notification of air and water quality construction, toxic and hazardous waste permits and other environmental projects; and initial and ongoing installation restoration program (IRP) efforts. Conducts surveys, inspections, and evaluates activities to identify and initiate corrective actions for environmental deficiencies. Responsible for implementation, administration, and records maintenance of the hazardous waste management training program for ARNG/ANG personnel. Manages the environmental permitting process to include; air, waste water discharge, pretreatment discharges, drinking water, and hazardous waste storage disposal or transportation. Reviews all environmentally related actions on work requests, real property actions, and proposed changes for environmental impact. Reviews designs for environmental compliance and initiates projects to correct environmental deficiencies. Performs other duties as assigned.