Environmental Director Jobs

An Environmental Director plays a pivotal role in the environmental industry by overseeing the environmental performance of public and private sector organizations. This entails developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental strategies to promote sustainable development. They ensure compliance with environmental legislation and keep up-to-date with new regulatory initiatives. They also work on environmental audits and assessments, identifying and managing environmental risks. Additionally, they promote and raise awareness about the impact of emerging environmental issues.

Important skills for an Environmental Director include strong leadership and communication skills, a keen analytical mind, and excellent project management abilities. They should have a thorough understanding of environmental laws and regulations. Certification in environmental management or a related field is typically required, along with substantial experience in the industry. Prior job roles a person might hold before becoming an Environmental Director include Environmental Scientist, Environmental Consultant, or Environmental Manager. These positions provide the necessary background and experience needed to successfully oversee an organization's environmental strategies and initiatives.

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Director of Environmental Services

  • Bedford, NH
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bedford, NH
  • 18 hours ago

Role: Environmental Services Department Manager Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as an Account Manager, leading housekeeping, laundry, and floor care teams in a long-term care facility. At...

Environmental Services Manager

  • Rockland, ME
  • 15 days ago
  • Rockland, ME
  • 15 days ago

Role: Environmental Services Department Manager Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as an Account Manager, leading housekeeping, laundry, and floor care teams in a long-term care facility. At...

Environmental Quality Manager

  • Huntersville, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC
  • 13 days ago

About Us Pace Analytical Services Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. Committed to advancing the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others,...

Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager

  • Adell, WI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Adell, WI
  • 2 hours ago

At Actus Nutrition, our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. We are passionate and dedicated people. Each day, we collectively explore new,...

Operations Supervisor - Environmental

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 3 hours ago

The Operations Supervisor oversees the business of the division. This includes, but is not limited to, the customer service, safety, operational efficiencies and overall personnel management...

Project Director-Environmental Services

  • Naperville, IL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 5 hours ago

The ideal candidate brings: A strategic mindset Technical depth in environmental science and permitting A passion for mentoring junior staff and growing client relationships Key Responsibilities Direct...

Environmental Services Manager 2Nd Shift

  • Durham, NC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 5 hours ago

Salary: $50,000.00-$52,000.00 Other Forms of Compensation: Pay Grade: 10 Crothall Healthcare is a Compass One Company that provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support...

Environmental Services - Manager in Training

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 5 hours ago

Overview Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, and nutritional services within the healthcare market. For over 45 years, we...

Supervisor Environmental Services

  • West Jordan, UT
  • 5 hours ago
  • West Jordan, UT
  • 5 hours ago

Welcome to CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region is committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating...

Lead Housekpeeing Manager

  • Bedford, NH
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bedford, NH
  • 7 hours ago

Role: Environmental Services Department Manager Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as an Account Manager, leading housekeeping, laundry, and floor care teams in a long-term care facility. At...

Health Safety Environment Manager

  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 9 hours ago
  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 9 hours ago

Responsibilities Allan Myers is looking for an experienced, dedicated, and driven Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager to join our elite team of professionals working on big and exciting...

Manager - Environmental Services - Gettysburg Hospital

  • Gettysburg, PA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Gettysburg, PA
  • 9 hours ago

Schedule Full Time: 80 Hours/Biweekly Hours: 6:30am - 3:00pm General Summary Directs the activities of the Environmental Services and Laundry Department's for the purpose of maintaining a clean,...

Environmental Services Manager (Full-Time/Day) -Einstein Montgomery County

  • East Norriton, PA
  • 10 hours ago
  • East Norriton, PA
  • 10 hours ago

Job Details The Supervisor Environmental Services (EVS) oversees the day-to-day operations of the facility's environment, cleanliness and trash services in order to meet the organization's goals...

Director of Environmental Health and Safety

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 10 hours ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 10 hours ago

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: A four-year degree in a related field, such as Engineering, Environmental Science, or Health and Safety....

Director Environmental Service

  • Glendale, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Responsibilities As our Telemetry Nurse at Glendale Memorial Medical Center, you'll put your nursing skills and knowledge to the test as you closely monitor your patients' vitals like blood...

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Salary for Environmental Director Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.8%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Doctorate Degree
5.7%
High School or GED
5.5%
Associate's Degree
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Directors
2-4 years
25.7%
4-6 years
19.3%
1-2 years
15.9%
10+ years
14.8%
8-10 years
13.7%
6-8 years
7.3%
None
3.3%


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