Risk Assessment Team Lead Environmental Program at ICF

Risk Assessment Team Lead Environmental ProgramOverview:ICF is seeking a Risk Assessment Team Lead to support an EPA contract the Environmental Services Assistance Team (ESAT) in Denver CO.The ESAT team performs soil water air waste and biota sampling and analysis for chemical contaminants primarily supporting Superfund site assessment remediation and emergency response projects but also for compliance under the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Clean Water Act.The Risk Assessment Team Lead will manage human health and ecological risk assessments at EPA Superfund sites. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of hands-on experience in risk assessment methodologies regulatory compliance and stakeholder engagement within the context of contaminated site remediation.Job Description:Lead preparation and review of human health (HHRA) and ecological risk assessments (ERA) under the EPA Superfund program (CERCLA) and other regulatory frameworks in accordance with EPA guidance and protocols.Design and oversee exposure assessments toxicity evaluations and risk characterization for complex contaminated sites.Develop and evaluate Conceptual Site Models (CSMs) integrating fate and transport exposure pathways and receptor identification.Conduct and manage screening-level and baseline risk assessments following EPA guidance (e.g. Risk Assessment Guidance for Superfund RAGS Ecological Risk Assessment Guidance for Superfund ERAGS).Perform quantitative risk calculations using EPA-approved tools and models (e.g. PRG Calculator RAGS EcoSSL).Collaborate with multidisciplinary remedial investigation (RI/FS) teams toxicologists hydrogeologists chemists engineers and biologists to support risk-based decision-making.Prepare technical reports risk characterization summaries and decision documents in accordance with EPA regional expectations.Interface with EPA project managers state regulators and community stakeholders.Support remedial investigations feasibility studies and risk communication efforts.Ensure compliance with CERCLA RCRA and other applicable environmental regulations.Basic Qualifications:Bachelors or Masters degree in Environmental Science Toxicology Biology Ecology Public Health or related field.Minimum of 5 years of experience conducting HHRA and ERA at complex EPA Superfund sites (e.g. mining sediment groundwater plumes or industrial facilities).Strong knowledge of EPA risk assessment guidance and tools including RAGS ERA process and regional risk frameworks.Excellent technical writing and communication skills.Experience with GIS statistical analysis and environmental modeling is a plus.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to accurately and effectively express results of analyses to technical and non-technical audiences sometimes in stressful and contentious settings.Team player with demonstrated task and project management skills including the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.US citizenship is required per federal contract requirements.Must be able to pass an EPA background check to obtain access to US federal property.Preferred Certifications:OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification.Risk assessment certifications (e.g. DABT REM)#ESAT#Indeed#LI-CC1#ESATREG8Working at ICFICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read ourEEOpolicy.We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodationplease emailand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentto provide needed reasonable accommodations.Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrightsor our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.Candidate AI Usage PolicyAt ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:$73403.00 - $124784.00Colorado Client Office (CO88) Key Skills Law Enforcement,ABB,Marine Biology,Filing,Automobile,AV Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 73403 - 124784