Senior Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Specialist

American Water; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Specialist to oversee environmental management and ensure compliance with water quality regulations. This role involves managing monitoring programs, conducting advanced sampling, and addressing water quality complaints. Join a company committed to safety and sustainability, where your expertise will contribute to providing safe and reliable water services to millions. Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Maternity Leave

Tuition Assistance

Disability Insurance

Paid Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental management and water quality analysis.
• Strong understanding of federal and state environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance programs for water quality and environmental regulations.
• Conduct sampling and analysis for the Lead Program.

Skills

Environmental Management

Water Quality Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

5+ Years Experience in Water/Wastewater Operations

Job description

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People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.

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About American Water

American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.

American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Water Sense Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.

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Pennsylvania American Water is seeking a Full Time Senior Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Specialist! If you have experience with organizing advanced functions and activities related to environmental management and water quality, specifically related to the Lead Program, APPLY TODAY for immediate consideration!

Primary Role

Responsible for organizing advanced functions and activities related to environmental management and water quality, specifically related to the Lead Program. Implements the school and day care requirements for the collection of water quality samples across the state. Implements programs to ensure compliance with all water quality and environmental regulations. Communicate Lead and Copper Rule Revisions required sample results to customers. Investigates water quality complaints and determines course of action needed.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage monitoring and reporting programs to ensure compliance with federal and state water quality and environmental regulations and company standards for the Lead Program.
• Conduct advanced sampling and/or analysis and special projects.
• Obtain, prepare, file and maintain all regulatory reports and records.
• Participate in internal and external audits and represent American Water with regulators and customers.
• Identify potential issues and problems and initiate responsive actions and mitigate environmental violations.
• Conduct advanced projects and prepare reports as needed.
• Investigate and respond to escalated water quality complaints or concerns.
• Responsible for planning, preparing and controlling the school and day care sampling requirements.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of federal and state environmental standards and regulations and understanding of current environmental legislation and regulations.
• Strong Organizational Skills.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Experience/Education

• Minimum Five (5) years’ experience in water, wastewater, and laboratory operations.
• In Lieu of 5 years experience , will consider applicants with a Bachelor’s degree(Preferred) in environmental science/engineering or related science fields.

Certifications/Licenses

• Active State Driver’s License required with the ability to pass a motor vehicle report.

Other

• Local and regional travel. Rare overnight travel may be required.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Utilities

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