Environmental Compliance Specialist Jobs in California

An Environmental Compliance Specialist in the environmental industry is primarily responsible for ensuring that an organization's operations align with environmental laws and regulations. Their duties include the evaluation and analysis of an organization's environmental impact, developing and implementing environmental policies and procedures, conducting environmental audits, and ensuring the proper disposal of hazardous waste. They also play a critical role in the management and prevention of environmental risks, liaising with environmental agencies and stakeholders, and promoting sustainability initiatives.

Key skills required for this role include excellent knowledge of environmental laws and regulations, strong analytical skills, good report writing and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to use relevant software. In terms of certification, a Certified Environmental Specialist (CES) credential can demonstrate expertise in this field. Prior roles that could prepare a person for this position include Environmental Analyst, Environmental Consultant, or Environmental Health and Safety Officer. All these roles provide experience in assessing environmental impact and developing mitigation strategies, which are crucial experience for an Environmental Compliance Specialist.

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Senior Environmental Compliance Manager

  • Oakland, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in environmental science, or other related field....

Environmental Compliance Analyst

  • Marina, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Marina, CA
  • 4 days ago

Principles and practices of coordinating and monitoring environmental compliance....

Principal Environmental Specialist (Environmental Compliance)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

compliance and sustainability, including mitigation monitoring, waste management and reduction, energy management and efficiency, water conservation and management, climate change adaptation and resiliency...

Environmental Compliance Inspector I/II

  • Escondido, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 5 days ago

Environmental Compliance Inspector II : This is the full journey-level class in the Environmental Compliance Inspector series....

Environmental Compliance Act (NEPA) compliance....

Sonoma Water Principal Environmental Specialist - Environmental Compliance

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 24 days ago

Sonoma Water Principal Environmental Specialist - Environmental Compliance County of Sonoma (CA) Santa Rosa, CA Bring your environmental compliance experience to the Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma...

Environmental Compliance Inspector (20621890)

  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 29 days ago

Two years of environmental compliance program inspection, sampling, permitting, and enforcement experience....

Environmental Compliance Specialist

  • Vernon, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vernon, CA
  • 30+ days ago

make sure the projects stay on track from an environmental compliance standpoint....

Remote Work

Environmental Compliance Specialist

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description AECOM is seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist to work remotely....

Environmental Compliance Specialist (CAHSR)

  • Central Valley, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Central Valley, CA
  • 30+ days ago

The Environmental Compliance Specialist will work closely with the Environmental Compliance Manager to conduct data entry and prepare reports in the Authoritys proprietary environmental compliance database...

Remote Work

Biological Regulatory Specialist / Project Manager

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 45+ days ago

This Job Might Be for You If You Have the Following: B.S. or M.S. in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field. 610+ years of experience in environmental consulting, with progressive...

Water Quality and Environmental Compliance Specialist

  • Riverside, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 60+ days ago

The County of Riversides Flood Control and Water Conservation District has an exciting opportunity for a Water Quality and Environmental Compliance Specialist....

Environmental Compliance Manager

  • Rancho Cordova, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA
  • 90+ days ago

The Environmental Compliance Manager (ECM) reports directly to the Environmental Director....

Consulting Director, Planner Regulatory Specialist (Director Level)

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 90+ days ago

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: MS in biology, environmental science or related field. 15+ years preferred of consulting experience, including substantial experience with the electric/gas transmission and generation...

Natural Resources Specialist (Ranger)

  • CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • CA
  • 90+ days ago

About the Position: You will plan and execute programs in recreation management, visitor assistance and services, natural resources management and interpretation. THIS IS AN OPEN CONTINUOUS...

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Salary for Environmental Compliance Specialist Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Compliance Specialists in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.4%
Master's Degree
31.0%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Associate's Degree
3.7%
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 Specialists in California
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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