Environmental Director Jobs in California

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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Environmental Services/Housekeeping Director The Environmental Services Director is responsible for the care and cleaning of all aspects of the Environmental Services Department for the Community;...

Principal / Project Director - Environmental Planning

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 18 hours ago

science, Biology, Planning, Ecology or a related field is required. 15 or more years of experience is preferred....

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Senior Environmental Health and Safety Manager

  • CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • CA
  • 22 hours ago

Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to...

Project Environmental Manager

  • Fairfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

Coordinate, manage and implement project-wide environmental compliance programs and strategies at the project. Maintain records of all requirements and monitor compliance tools....

Supervisor Environmental Services - E

  • Redwood City, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities As a Medical Assistant Float at Dignity Health Medical Foundation clinics, now part of CommonSpirit Health, you'll keep the day running smoothly and efficiently for your patients...

Supervisor Environmental Services

  • Merced, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Merced, CA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Position Summary: A CommonSpirit Health Nurse Resident is a new graduate direct clinical care registered nurse (RN) who continues to develop nursing knowledge, skills, abilities,...

Workplace Environment Manager

  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago

We're on the hunt for a Workplace Experience Manager who's equal parts office guru, problem-solver, and vibe curator. In this role, you'll be the go-to person for all things related to our Los...

Environmental Services Manager (Nights)

  • Lancaster, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA
  • 2 days ago

Crothall Healthcare is a Compass One Company that provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall serves many of...

Senior Environmental Health and Safety Manager

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to...

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Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology...

Environmental Services - Manager in Training

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Range Starting pay range: $21.00 - 24.00/hourly, DOE Overview Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, and...

Supervisor Environmental Services

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 3 days ago

Overview Dominican Oaks is a beautiful 206-apartment retirement community located in a quiet, wooded setting behind Dominican Santa Cruz Hospital where we have served our community for over 25...

Supervisor Environmental Services - E

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 4 days ago

Overview French Hospital Medical Center, located in San Luis Obispo, California, has been named one of the Nations 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals...

Environmental Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** + 5 years of experience in landfill engineering or environmental compliance in air, water, and solid waste....

Supervisor, Environmental Services - 3rd Shift

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary: Recommends new products by leveraging up-to-date knowledge of the latest environmental trends and regulatory requirements. Ensures team maintains inventory supplies with established...

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Salary for Environmental Director Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEnvironmental research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Environmental Director positions.



Highest Education Level

Environmental Directors in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.7%
Master's Degree
31.6%
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 in California
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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