Regional Environmental Manager #5506

GROW WITH US

As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how we support employees, interact with our customers, service our communities, and care for our environment.

We are a team of trusted advisors and partners committed to superior customer service. We are a diverse group with a shared commitment to excellence and providing high caliber service. We are a collaborative and supportive team and looking for a motivated self-starter to join us!

We encourage Recology employees to G.R.O.W. with Us professionally and personally by:

• Giving Back to our communities.
• Recovering Resources to achieve their best and highest use.
• Owning a company that provides quality service and protects the environment.
• Working Together to achieve our common vision, a world without waste.

You can G.R.O.W. with Us by becoming our Regional Environmental Manager

THE ROLE

Manages environmental planning and permitting activities to ensure the company complies with applicable regulatory agency requirements. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Manages environmental permitting and compliance program elements and activities to maintain compliance with applicable regulatory agency requirements as well as with Company environmental policy including management by objectives (MBOs). 
• Ensures site plans and permits are current and operations are in compliance. Obtains permits and entitlements for operations and ensures that all necessary reports and information is provided timely and accurately to local governments, regulatory agencies and Company management.  
• Maintains current knowledge of all relevant laws and regulations applying to environmental compliance in the waste management field.
• Monitors Company activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Includes, but is not limited to, conducting internal environmental audits, environmental tests, analysis, and observations; evaluating results and making recommendations as necessary for maintaining compliance with regulatory agency requirements and with applicable laws.
• Provides oral and written advice and direction on environmental permitting and regulatory compliance issues to staff, operations team, and General Managers. Works closely with Corporate Environment and Planning Department and with Group and General Managers to identify and implement permitting and compliance initiatives that advance Company environmental and business objectives.  Participates in managing complex regulatory/financial/technical aspects of the environmental program including work with regulators, consultants and counsel.
• Provides functional direction/supervision and training of local and regional personnel responsible for environmental permitting, monitoring, and compliance.
• Communicates orally and in writing with regulators and accompanies them during inspections. Interacts with and responds to regulatory agencies as needed.
• Represents Company in community and local government communications related to environmental and waste management matters.
• Drafts compliance guidelines and procedures, participates in preparation of permit applications and permit development/review processes as appropriate.
• Ensures compliance with the requirements of the ROCT System.
• Travels to multiple locations for on-site visits.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is:

• Related experience in environmental program management.
• Experience with solid and/or hazardous waste.
• Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation.
• Supervisory techniques, resource allocation, planning and budgeting.
• Technical and professional principles, practices, laws, applications and programs in position related area including expert level knowledge of e nvironmental permitting and compliance related issues and regulations, and relevant laws and regulations applying to environmental compliance in the waste management field.
• Current developments and trends in areas of expertise.
• Computer programs, including Microsoft Office suite of applications and using data to inform and set priorities and identify challenges/opportunities.
• Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Skill and/or Ability to:

• Promotes the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources as well as finding ways to use waste products in ways that benefit the environment.
• Develops strategies to effectively manage current and future challenges and opportunities; develops recommendations and actionable plans.
• Defines issues and focus on achieving workable solutions; generates innovative ideas to develop or improve existing systems.
• Demonstrates ability to use computers and technology capabilities.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency and knowledge in area(s) of expertise as well as company business and proficiency in strategic and financial processes.
• Communicates well both verbally and in writing; listens to and understands various viewpoints; shares relevant information timely; provides constructive feedback; maintains professionalism.
• Presents ideas effectively to individuals or groups and delivers presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
• Effectively and productively engages with others and establishes trust, credibility, and confidence.
• Promotes collaboration and assists others with their initiatives and efforts.
• Motivates and empowers others to achieve objectives and to develop a culture where employees feel ownership in what they do.
• Attracts, develops and retains good people; allows opportunities for self and others to reach their full potential; builds and shares knowledge and expertise.
• Listens to and builds customer relationships; increases customer satisfaction and ensures commitments are met.

RECOLOGY OFFERS:

• An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
• The largest employee owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
• A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
• An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
• Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.

Salary : $124,950 - $147,000