Environmental Compliance Manager Jobs

An Environmental Compliance Manager in the environmental industry is responsible for ensuring that an organization's operations comply with environmental laws and regulations. This individual is tasked with developing, implementing, and maintaining programs, policies, and practices that reduce the organization's environmental impact and ensure compliance with environmental laws. They are often involved in conducting environmental audits, assessing potential environmental risks, and creating strategies to minimize these risks. They may also be responsible for training staff on environmental policies and procedures and managing any environmental incidents or emergencies that occur.

Important skills for an Environmental Compliance Manager include strong analytical thinking, excellent communication, and organizational skills. Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations, as well as experience in environmental auditing and risk assessment, is crucial. Some certifications that can enhance their profile include Certified Environmental Professional (CEP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or Certified Environmental Auditor (CEA). Prior to becoming an Environmental Compliance Manager, an individual may hold positions such as Environmental Specialist, Environmental Consultant, or Environmental Engineer.

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Environmental Compliance Specialist

  • Hampton, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 1 hour ago

Preferred: Demonstrated experience conducting environmental compliance inspections/audits....

Natural Resources Specialist I - Austin, TX

  • Arlington, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Posting Number: S06138P Position Title: Natural Resources Specialist I - Austin, TX Department: Enterprise Development Location: Austin Job Family: Administrative Support Position Status:...

The ideal candidate will have experience conducting and leading environmental permitting efforts with California utility companies along with technical expertise leading natural resource permitting,...

Environmental Compliance and Regulatory Specialist

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 12 hours ago

Prior experience or training regarding environmental compliance and related federal and state environmental regulations required....

Senior Water Quality & Environment Compliance Specialist

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

Implements programs to ensure compliance with all water quality and environmental regulations. Assists in resolving treatment issues....

Technology in Natural Resources Specialist Oregon State University

  • Corvallis, OR
  • 17 hours ago
  • Corvallis, OR
  • 17 hours ago

Internal Job Number: P08930UF Description: The Division of Extension and Engagement is seeking a Technology in Natural Resources Specialist. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional...

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in physical science, environmental science, natural resources, or a closely related field, AND 4 years of experience in a natural resource or environmental field...

TCEQ - Natural Resources Specialist V (STATEWIDE)

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

science, or related fields plus four years of the required experience.ORTwo years of full-time experience as a Natural Resources Specialist IV at the TCEQ.TRANSCRIPT/ COLLEGE HOURS or COURSE WORK:See...

TCEQ - Natural Resources Specialist II

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to...

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Environmental Compliance Inspector to join our team....

Environmental Quality Specialist 13 - Incident Manager

  • Cadillac, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Cadillac, MI
  • 1 day ago

science, forest management, geology, ecology, meteorology, microbiology, physics, remote sensing, resource development, resource management, toxicology, or zoology....

Human Dimensions Specialist (Natural Resource Program Specialist 2)

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

sciences, or a closely related field?...

sciences, or a closely related field?...

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science, Forestry, Ecology, Wildlife Management, Fisheries Management or any related field....

SBU Project Manager - Environmental Compliance

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 2 days ago

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Drive sustaining engineering activities related to environmental compliance....

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Compliance Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.4%
Master's Degree
31.1%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Associate's Degree
3.8%
High School or GED
2.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Compliance Managers
1-2 years
25.0%
None
25.0%
4-6 years
20.0%
Less than 1 year
15.0%
2-4 years
10.0%
6-8 years
5.0%

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