Environmental Compliance Manager

City of Waco, TX • Waco, TX

189d • $100,000

About The Position

The City of Waco is seeking an experienced and proactive Environmental Compliance Manager to ensure our operations align with all applicable environmental laws and internal standards. The Environmental Compliance Manager provides strategic leadership and oversight for the City of Waco's environmental programs within the Infrastructure Services Department. This position manages regulatory compliance efforts related to industrial pretreatment, stormwater (MS4), and environmental laboratory operations to ensure the protection of public health and the environment, as well as adherence to applicable local, state, and federal regulations. This position supervises the Pretreatment Compliance Supervisor, Stormwater Compliance Supervisor, and Utilities Laboratory Supervisor, guiding their teams in implementing, monitoring, inspection, permitting, enforcement, and reporting activities. This role serves as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, oversees program audits and renewals, and ensures all environmental programs operate with consistency, defensibility, and technical excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 5 years' experience with water quality/environmental programs experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Texas Driver's License required.
• TCEQ Class C Wastewater license within 2-1/2 years required.
• Additional technical training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides overall direction and coordination for Pretreatment, FOG, Stormwater (MS4), and Laboratory compliance programs.
• Ensures programs comply with the Clean Water Act, TPDES permits, TCEQ/EPA regulations, and municipal code requirements.
• Oversees development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental policies and standard operating procedures.
• Coordinates with internal departments, consultants, legal counsel, and regulatory agencies on compliance matters.
• Manages staff performance, training, and development for direct reports and their respective teams.
• Reviews and approves required regulatory reports, such as annual pretreatment reports, stormwater MS4 reports, and quality assurance documents.
• Leads or supports investigations of noncompliance, spills, illicit discharges, or permit violations.
• Oversees budget planning and resource allocation for the Environmental Compliance section.
• Ensures consistent communication, documentation, and coordination across all compliance programs.
• Meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload, priorities, and technical issues; maintains records of service performed.
• Driving is essential.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
• Lives the City of Waco Values: equity & inclusion, excellence & innovation, integrity, people, and teamwork.

Benefits

• Minimum Starting Salary: $100,000.00 per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree