DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL - CENTRAL REGION

Knife River - North Central is seeking a Regional Director of Environmental in Bismarck, ND. The role involves overseeing environmental compliance and permitting across multiple states, providing strategic leadership, and reducing environmental risks. Candidates should have a BA/BS in Environmental Management and 7+ years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing environmental programs, public representation, and maintaining compliance with regulations. The position requires regular travel across regional divisions.
Role Overview

The Regional Director of Environmental oversees environmental compliance, permitting, and land‐use strategy across multiple operating divisions within the region. The role provides strategic leadership, reduces environmental risk, and strengthens the company's reputation as a responsible operator and community partner.

Locations

Bismarck, Fargo, Grand Forks, North DakotaCollege Station or Waco, TexasSioux Falls, South DakotaSioux City, IowaSauk Rapids, Bemidji, MinnesotaMinimum Requirements

BA/BS in Environmental Management or related field.7+ years of progressive environmental compliance leadership, ideally in industrial, mining, or construction materials industries.Experience preparing scientific and environmental reports.Experience with public speaking and regulatory presentations.Preferred Requirements

Experience in environmental programs for general industry.Experience in government regulatory agency.Experience leading multistate environmental programs.Experience overseeing land‐use, permitting strategy, or mine planning.Duties and/or Responsibilities

Lead and manage the regional environmental program, ensuring full compliance with EPA, state, and local regulations.Oversee environmental permitting and land‐use processes across multiple states and divisions.Partner with operations leadership to develop environmentally responsible mine plans and operational practices.Provide regional oversight of Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) programs.Lead training initiatives on regulatory requirements, compliance practices, and company environmental policies.Represent the company in public hearings, stakeholder meetings, and regulatory interactions; build strong relationships with agencies and local communities.Direct environmental inspections, audits, and risk‐reduction strategies across the region.Oversee regional property management, land stewardship, and due‐diligence efforts for acquisitions or leases.Maintain properties within the company's Managing Aggregate Resources System (MARS).Stay current on emerging regulations and assess their impact on regional operations.Participate in due diligence activities for new properties, owned and leased.Promote a strong environmental culture and safe work practices across all operations.Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong leadership, strategic planning, and organizational skills.Excellent communication, relationship‐building, and public presentation abilities.Ability to manage multiple priorities across diverse teams and locations.High proficiency with technology, reporting tools, and regulatory documentation.Ability to travel across regional divisions regularly.Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision InsuranceHealth Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts401(k) with Company MatchProfit SharingPaid Time OffPaid Sick Time8 Paid HolidaysCompany Paid Life and AD&D InsuranceShort‐term DisabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramYears of Service RecognitionVoluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and DependentsCritical Illness PlanAccident Coverage PlanHospital IndemnityAdditional Information

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.

Subject to pre‐employment drug testing and background checks.

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