Senor WQ & Env Compliance Specialist

Primary Role

Responsible for organizing advanced functions and activities related to environmental management and wastewater compliance management for assigned facilities. Administer programs to ensure compliance with all wastewater and environmental regulations including wastewater permit adherence, NPDES reporting and adherence, hazardous material and waste management, and air resources management. Responsible for internal staff training regarding environmental compliance and permit adherence. Assists in resolving wastewater treatment issues.

$59,280 to $99,060 annually 

The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity. 

In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k),Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more! 

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!

Key Accountabilities

• Manage monitoring and reporting programs to ensure compliance with federal and state water quality and environmental regulations and company standards for assigned facilities.
• Conduct advanced sampling and/or analysis and special projects.
• Obtain, prepare, file, and maintain all regulatory reports and records.
• Manage required permits and make any necessary modifications and renewals.
• Participate in internal and external audits and represent American Water with regulators.
• Identify potential issues and problems and initiate responsive actions and mitigate environmental violations.
• Supervise, monitor, and calibrate analyzers/equipment, etc. to ensure established standards of performance and accuracy are maintained.
• Conduct advanced projects and prepare reports as needed.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of federal and state environmental standards and regulations and understanding of current environmental legislation and regulations.
• Regulatory knowledge of proper lab analytical testing methods.
• Thorough processing skills and good working knowledge of computer programs, databases, and software to support specific assignments.
• Must understand basic principles of wastewater treatment and be able to troubleshoot systems.
• Process, project, and program management skills; quantitative skills (e.g., analytical, technical, problem solving); effective people management (e.g., planning, organizing, controlling, and leading teams); written and verbal communications (e.g., fluency in report writing and presentations); interpersonal skills (e.g., persuasion, negotiation, listening, cooperation, tact, diplomacy, problem solving, internal consulting).
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Access.

Experience/Education

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or engineering, Biology, or related field required
• Five (5) years’ experience in water, wastewater, and laboratory operations preferred
• Experience in hazardous waste, hazardous materials, air resources, NPDES and wastewater is highly desirable.

Competencies