Environmental Compliance Specialist I

Federal Express Corporation; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist to oversee and support legal and regulatory environmental compliance. This role involves implementing and monitoring compliance programs, conducting audits, and providing training to junior staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental science, with at least three years of experience in various compliance programs. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to ensuring environmental integrity and compliance across operations, while collaborating with stakeholders at all levels. If you are passionate about environmental issues and compliance, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in environmental compliance programs.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor environmental compliance programs.
• Provide on-site assistance for audits and inspections.
• Guide management on environmental equipment operations.

Skills

Environmental Regulations Knowledge

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Verbal Communication Skills

Written Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Time Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Mentoring and Coaching

Analytical Ability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Web-Based Applications

Job description

Oversees and supports legal and regulatory environmental compliance by administering related programs, projects, and functions, as well as providing technical and training support to field operations. Serves as a knowledge resource to other environmental compliance specialists and field operations personnel. Coordinates and provides oversight to contracted environmental consultants and vendors.

Essential Functions

1. Implements and monitors environmental compliance programs for an established territory, working closely with other compliance specialists to support regional compliance efforts. Programs may include, but are not limited to, stormwater, wastewater, hazardous materials, hazardous waste, air quality, above and/or below ground storage tanks, environmental due diligence, and other related programs.
2. Travels routinely to conduct station audits within an established territory and collaborates with station management to create action plans to resolve identified issues.
3. Provides on-site assistance on short notice for tasks such as regulatory audits, inspections, violation responses, spill responses, training, community complaints, and general compliance support.
4. Coordinates and communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and government agencies at local, state, and federal levels.
5. Prepares and submits environmental permit applications to relevant authorities.
6. Works with vendors and consultants for compliance tasks, including scope of work, project specifications, bids, contract management, and monitoring expenditures.
7. Guides station management on the operation and maintenance of environmental equipment, systems, and controls.
8. Acts as a hazardous materials resource, implementing internal policies and procedures.
9. Evaluates environmental assessments related to property acquisitions, reporting findings and recommendations to management.
10. Supports station management with internal auditing processes.
11. Provides training, oversight, and guidance to junior staff, such as Environmental Compliance Specialist I.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, policy, compliance, or a related field.

Minimum Experience

• At least three (3) years of experience in environmental compliance, with experience in at least one of the following programs: stormwater, wastewater, hazardous materials, hazardous waste, air quality, storage tanks, or environmental due diligence.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of relevant federal and state environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective presentation skills for training and information sessions.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Problem-solving skills with sound judgment and analytical ability.
• Ability to troubleshoot, manage resources, and develop solutions.
• Mentoring and coaching abilities, acting as a knowledge resource.
• Understanding of field operations concepts, policies, and procedures.