Manager of Environmental Compliance Programs

OSU is hiring a Manager of Environmental Compliance Programs in Stillwater, OK. This full-time role involves overseeing environmental health and safety programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting audits, and managing staff. Responsibilities include developing compliance strategies, maintaining permits, and liaising with agencies. The position requires physical capability for demanding tasks and is on-call 24/7. Salary range is $65,000 - $90,000.
Position Details

Req ID:

req18803

Position Title:

Manager of Environmental Compliance Programs

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

531247

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

Environmental Health & Safety

Location Address:

1202 W Farm Road
Stillwater, OK, 74074

Hiring Supervisor:

Kim Southworth, Director EHS

Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding):

65,000.00 - 90,000.00, Salary

Work Schedule:

M - F / 8 - 5 / Occasional overtime

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of EHS, provides professional expertise in the operation of Environmental, Health and Safety programs to help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, national consensus standards and OSU safety policies and procedures. The Environmental Compliance Program Manager oversees activities related to environmental regulations including but not limited to ODEQ and EPA. Monitors organizational performance, develop policy and compliance strategies, maintain necessary permits, perform facility audits, train managers and employees and assess and apply strategies for continuous improvement.

Direct environmental programs, such as air compliance, aboveground or underground storage tanks, spill prevention and control, solid waste recycling, and hazardous waste disposal.
Provides management oversight for the operations and staff of the Hazardous Waste Disposal section.
Liaison with federal, state and local agencies on environmental reporting and audits.
Prepares annual environmental reports including Tier II and Air Emissions.
Conducts internal reviews or audits to make sure that compliance procedures are being followed. *Develop or implement environmental compliance plans for programs, such as air quality and pollution prevention.
Keep informed about industry trends and best practices. Assess the possible impact of any changes on organizational processes.
Obtain, maintain and revise necessary environmental and some operating permits.
Provide regulatory guidance to facility management and other relevant departments.
Review or change policies to comply with changes to environmental standards or regulations. *Oversee and assist leadership during facility restructuring projects/major process changes to verify that environmental permits are obtained at the facility prior to the installation or modification of equipment/process change.
Work with leadership to develop EHS audit program requirements and facilitate EHS audits to support compliance certification as required.

Supervisory responsibilities: Two full-time staff and possibly a student employee.

Must pass post-offer physical and annually thereafter. Must be able to pass respiratory fit test, be able to work while wearing a respirator and comply with OSHA requirements. Regular exposure to physically demanding and hazardous tasks including walking for long periods of time, bending, stooping, lifting, standing, reaching and climbing stairs/ladders. Must be able to lift in excess of 30 pounds. Working conditions range from clean to dirty atmospheres under all types of conditions and weather.

On emergency call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Due to communication expectations of the position, the incumbent will be required to carry a department-issued cell phone.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit resume, cover letter and 3 - 5 professional references.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field, and three years of experience with administering and managing environmental compliance programs.

Valid driver's license. A valid driver's license must be maintained for the operation of an OSU vehicle, which is required in the performance of job duties as assigned.

Certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED. If needed, certifications will be provided by the department within six months of employment. Additional recertifications will be provided throughout employment as required to remain up-to-date.

24 hour HAZWOPER certification. If needed, certifications will be provided by the department within six months of employment. Additional recertifications will be provided throughout employment as required to remain up-to-date.

Ability to communicate well with administrators, faculty, staff, students and others efficiently, effectively and in a professional manner.

Ability to analyze complex problems and develop practical cost-effective solutions.

Ability to understand and interpret complex state and federal laws and regulations.

Ability to operate calmly under emergency and stressful conditions.

Expert knowledge of ODEQ and EPA. Ability to communicate well (verbally and written) with good report writing skills.

Computer skills to include operation and utilization of various software programs to include MS office.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Over five years of experience with administering and managing environmental compliance programs.

Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM).

Certified Hazardous Materials Practitioner (CHMP).

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.