Environmental Director Jobs in New Jersey

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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Manager, Environmental Services - Full Time - Evening

  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Oversees and directs waste management issues including RMW, recycling, solid waste, and hazardous materials....

Health & Safety and Environment Manager

  • Bogota, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Bogota, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact - on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we're pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full...

Senior Manager, Environmental Construction Service

  • Ramsey, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Ramsey, NJ
  • 6 days ago

science, engineering, compliance and permitting, cost estimating, procurement, pre-construction, construction, operations and maintenances (O&M), and external subcontractor and supplier partners to...

Supervisor, Environmental Services

  • Pequannock, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Pequannock, NJ
  • 8 days ago

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Senior Manager, Environmental Construction Services

  • Ramsey, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Ramsey, NJ
  • 9 days ago

science, engineering, compliance and permitting, cost estimating, procurement, pre-construction, construction, operations and maintenances (O&M), and external subcontractor and supplier partners to...

Environmental Services - Manager in Training

  • Phillipsburg, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Phillipsburg, NJ
  • 10 days 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...

Environmental Manager - Northeast Region

  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities Lead the environmental compliance & permitting for the construction operations. Identify, assess and reduce environmental risks to the company. Update environnemental plans....

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Assistant Environmental Manager

  • Rahway, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti-poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York...

ERM is seeking a Technical Director to join our Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) technical team. In this role, you will provide technical strategy and project assistance on Per- and...

Director of Environmental Health and Safety

  • Glassboro, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Glassboro, NJ
  • 18 days ago

Director of Environmental Health and Safety Summary/Position Description: The Division of Facilities, Planning and Operations at Rowan University is a growing enterprise. The Divisions mission is...

Quality Control Manager - Environmental

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 22 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 22 days ago

compliance, and military munitions....

Network Environmental Manager

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 29 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 29 days ago

Ensure and track adherence to environmental compliance obligations, including those outlined in permits or planning approvals.6....

Strategy Manager Sales & Commerce Energy/Chemicals & Natural Resources

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description We are: Accenture Song accelerates growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. Our capabilities span ideation to execution: growth, product and...

Health, Safety, Environment Manager

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) Manager Location: Morristown, NJ - 100% onsite role About the job Ready to push the limits of whats possible? Join Opella in one of our corporate functions and...

Claim Director-Environmental

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Chubb is seeking a Claim Director on the Environmental Claims team. The Environmental team is part of Chubb Environmental Claims and provides specialized claim handling of first- party and...

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Salary for Environmental Director Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.7%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Doctorate Degree
5.7%
High School or GED
5.6%
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 New Jersey
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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