Environmental Program Director: Lead Compliance & Strategy

Commander, Navy Installations Command; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command seeks an Installation Environmental Program Director to lead the Environmental Division at NAVWPNSTA Seal Beach. The role supervises interdisciplinary teams, plans and implements broad environmental protection programs, and ensures compliance across all media and regulatory requirements.

The incumbent provides policy guidance, supports regional installations and tenants, and advises leadership on environmental strategy and resources.

Qualifications

• Leadership and coordination of environmental programs across multiple installations.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and resources for complex programs.
• Ability to advise senior leadership and communicate plans clearly.
• Familiarity with NEPA compliance and environmental permits.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement an enterprise environmental program for NAVWPNSTA Seal Beach and regional installations.
• Provide policy guidance and program management support to installations, tenants, and units.
• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations across media.
• Advise employees on work and administrative matters and set priorities for staff.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to achieve program objectives.

Skills

Environmental program management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Communication

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences / Natural Resources

Bachelor's degree in Physical Sciences

Job description

Commander, Navy Installations Command seeks an Installation Environmental Program Director to lead the Environmental Division at NAVWPNSTA Seal Beach. The role supervises interdisciplinary teams, plans and implements broad environmental protection programs, and ensures compliance across all media and regulatory requirements.

The incumbent provides policy guidance, supports regional installations and tenants, and advises leadership on environmental strategy and resources.