Director Of Environmental Compliance

Chicago, IL 60632

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Environmental Health & Safety Job Number: 44119955 Compensation: $125000-195000 / year

Job Description

Title: Director of Environmental Compliance
Location: Chicago, IL (25-30% travel, 50% travel during workload increase periods)

Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process, and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

Hire Type: Direct Hire
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision
Pay: $160-180K
Bonus/Incentives/Stock Options: 20%

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Environmental Compliance to lead and oversee environmental compliance efforts across multiple manufacturing and service sites. This role is responsible for ensuring adherence to Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations while minimizing corporate liability and enhancing environmental stewardship. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental compliance within an industrial setting, with a focus on regulatory adherence, waste management, and sustainable operations.
Job Duties:
  • Develop and implement environmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
  • Oversee environmental review of materials and waste management at operational sites.
  • Conduct audits to assess compliance with environmental laws, including hazardous waste, air emissions, and wastewater discharge regulations.
  • Prepare for and manage regulatory inspections and responses to citations.
  • Lead environmental training programs, contingency planning, and waste disposal strategies.
  • Direct the Responsible Care program, ensuring compliance with its management system and maintaining the company’s status as a recognized partner in environmental stewardship.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure facility designs and equipment align with environmental regulations.
  • Support corporate quality initiatives by ensuring environmental compliance aligns with internal and external standards.
  • Supervise and provide leadership to the environmental compliance team, including engineers and specialists.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum of ten years of experience in environmental compliance, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
  • Strong knowledge of Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations.
  • Ability to travel as required to multiple locations.
  • Physical capability to work in an industrial environment, including confined space entry and work at heights.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Alyssa Ford

Alyssa Ford is a dedicated Technical Recruiter, driven by her commitment to establishing meaningful connections with individuals and assisting them in navigating the complexities of career transitions.

With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and a total of 2 years in the recruiting field, Alyssa has already significantly impacted talent acquisition.

Alyssa's innate ability to connect with people and understand their unique career aspirations has been instrumental in her success as a Technical Recruiter. She finds great joy in forging professional relationships and participating in candidates' journeys as they navigate the tough decisions associated with job changes.

Having experienced the challenges of job hunting firsthand, Alyssa empathizes with candidates facing similar struggles. She encourages job seekers not to lose hope and to stay persistent throughout their search. Alyssa believes that the right role will come along at the right time, and maintaining a positive attitude and determination can make all the difference in finding the perfect fit.

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