Director of Environmental Affairs

Doyon Limited•Fairbanks, AK

2d•$196,586 - $201,054•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Environmental Affairs is responsible for the overall development, implementation and coordination of all environmental management and compliance programs specific to Doyon Utilities responsibilities under their utilities privatization contracts with the military in Alaska. This position is responsible for training and monitoring environmental training at each army installation in order to achieve and sustain environmental compliance with requirements of all applicable laws, regulations, permits, policies and procedures. This position will serve as the liaison between Doyon Utilities and agencies having oversight of DU's environmental programs. This is an in-person position located in Fairbanks, Alaska.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in environmental sciences, engineering or related field. Required
10+ years Managing multi-disciplined environmental programs spanning operations, construction management, permitting, compliance, and sustainability and overseeing programs related to air, water, waste, and contaminated sites, with particular emphasis on utility system compliance and efficiency initiatives. Required
5+ years Demonstrated success in communicating complex environmental considerations with clarity and conviction, providing trusted counsel to leadership. Required
5+ years Proven ability leading the development and execution of a comprehensive environmental compliance framework, integrating policies, training, and performance monitoring across business functions. Required
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. (required proficiency)
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of environmental regulations, federal and state environmental guidelines and ability to prepare and present documentation to respond to explain and respond to these program requirements. (required proficiency)
Demonstrated thorough, working knowledge of environmental terminology and regulations applicable to utility operations on military installations in Alaska. (required proficiency)
Ability to effectively communicate in writing, in person, over the phone, and video. (required proficiency)
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all matters. (required proficiency)
Demonstrated strong interpersonal and relationship building skills. (required proficiency)
Demonstrated strong leadership skills. (required proficiency)

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in environmental science, engineering, business or related field. Preferred

Responsibilities

Manage Doyon Utilities’ Environmental Program including responsibility for determining program requirements, ensure environmental compliance, and prepare environmental documents for Doyon Utilities projects.
Direct the company’s environmental policies, goals and objectives through the site directors and the Doyon Utilities headquarters.
Provide technical and Environmental regulatory support for all company operating sites and locations primarily through the site directors.
Direct the development and implementation of corporate environmental training program to address the collective needs of all facilities, sites and operations throughout the company.
Develop and maintain compliance performance metrics and indices to effectively monitor environmental conditions across the company.
Responsible for drafting, coordinating and finalizing all environmental reports to local, state and federal agencies.
Maintain a consolidated, efficient environmental recordkeeping and reporting system for the utility as required by government regulations and company policy.
Coordinate and perform periodic environmental compliance inspections or audits of DU facilities.
Develop and implement an effective, efficient environmental communications program throughout DU’s locations to ensure DU’s senior managers receive timely and accurate information regarding environmental issues.
Prepare period reports on program status, requirements and goal attainment as directed by senior company management.
Responsible for ensuring preparation and implementation of all environmental corrective action plans.
Develop annual environmental department budget.
Learn, adopt, and apply safety programs.
Serve as the liaison between Doyon Utilities and oversight agencies such as EPA, ADEC, or other state and federal agencies charged with oversight of environmental programs to which Doyon Utilities will be subjected.