Y. Elizabeth Chung
Albany,CA
Summary
Goal-driven environmental scientist with over 12 years of experience in hazardous waste compliance, site remediation, regulatory inspections, and interagency coordination. Proven ability to lead technical teams, mentor junior staff, and streamline project workflows. Adept at delivering professional training, managing complex brownfield remediation efforts, and overseeing groundwater monitoring programs. Demonstrated leadership as acting supervisor, with a strong foundation in environmental policy, health and safety compliance, and public communication. Seeking to bring leadership, initiative, and subject matter expertise to a supervisory role in a dynamic public agency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Environmental Scientist
Department of Toxic Substances Control
Berkeley , California
01.2024 - Current
- Serve as the lead coordinator for interagency communication and technical assistance programs.
- Plan and deliver hazardous waste training sessions at regional and statewide conferences.
- Mentor junior staff, assign responsibilities, and ensure professional growth through delegation.
- Oversee landfill groundwater monitoring programs as a subject matter expert.
- Lead complex inspections at hazardous waste facilities and landfills.
- Provide supervision coverage when necessary, and participate in decision-making meetings.
Environmental Scientist
Department of Toxic Substances Control
Berkeley, CA
08.2018 - 01.2024
- Managed brownfield cleanup projects from site investigation to long-term operations and maintenance.
- Facilitated public meetings and addressed stakeholder concerns with clear, technical explanations.
- Reviewed and developed cleanup agreements, consent orders, and remedial action plans.
- Provided mentorship to new staff, and coordinated regulatory reviews with support agencies.
- Oversaw the performance of legal counsel and technical contractors on project schedules and deliverables.
Part-Time Lecturer - Env. and Occ. Health
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA
02.2016 - 05.2017
- Designed and taught undergraduate courses in environmental science and occupational health.
- Guided students in career development, resume writing, and professional growth.
- Developed adaptive learning content to support diverse student needs.
Industrial Hygiene Specialist
Veterans Affairs
Los Angeles, CA
03.2013 - 03.2016
- Conducted workplace hazard assessments, and implemented mitigation plans.
- Served as the Ergonomic Program Manager, overseeing evaluations and procurement.
- Delivered safety training (PPE, LOTO, lifting), and provided technical support for lab construction.
- Collaborated with medical and lab staff to write investigative reports, and improve safety.
Hazardous Waste Scientist Intern
Department of Toxic Substances Control
Chatsworth, CA
02.2010 - 11.2010
- Assisted with in-person training sessions and events.
- Prepared reports summarizing hazardous waste manifests and hazardous waste transportations.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Review inspection reports for clarity and errors.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental And Occupational Health
California State University, Northridge
Northridge 05-2013
Skills
- Regulatory compliance and hazardous waste management
- Team leadership and mentorship
- Brownfield site investigation and remediation
- Training and technical assistance delivery
- Groundwater monitoring and landfill oversight
- Public engagement and interagency coordination
- Environmental remediation engineering controls
- Vapor intrusion inspection and mitigation
- Data interpretation and technical report writing
- Project planning and budgeting
- Fluency in English, Korean, and Spanish
Certification
- HAZWOPER (40-Hour)
- Project Management Certification
Timeline
Senior Environmental Scientist
Department of Toxic Substances Control
01.2024 - Current
Environmental Scientist
Department of Toxic Substances Control
08.2018 - 01.2024
Part-Time Lecturer - Env. and Occ. Health
California State University, Northridge
02.2016 - 05.2017
Industrial Hygiene Specialist
Veterans Affairs
03.2013 - 03.2016
Hazardous Waste Scientist Intern
Department of Toxic Substances Control
02.2010 - 11.2010
Master of Science - Environmental And Occupational Health
California State University, Northridge
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