Environmental Compliance Technical & Policy Lead
About The Position
The Environmental Compliance Technical & Policy Lead provides senior-level leadership and subject matter expertise to support environmental compliance, policy development, and mission readiness within Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy (DASN(E)). This role integrates environmental requirements with installation resilience, energy, and water programs to ensure compliance with federal laws while sustaining operational readiness. The Lead advises on regulatory frameworks, supports high-level policy development, and ensures alignment between environmental programs and Navy strategic objectives, including risk reduction and mission assurance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, policy, or related field
- ~14 years of experience in environmental compliance, policy, or program leadership
- Deep knowledge of federal environmental regulations (e.g., NEPA, Clean Water Act, CERCLA)
- Experience supporting DoW or federal environmental programs
- Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills
- Experience advising senior executives and supporting high-level taskers
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Navy or Marine Corps environmental programs
- Familiarity with Environment & Mission Readiness (E&MR) frameworks
- Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in environmental policy, law, or engineering
- Experience with environmental restoration, conservation, and compliance audits
- Knowledge of installation resilience integration (energy, water, infrastructure)
- Experience supporting Congressional engagements or regulatory negotiations
Responsibilities
- Lead environmental compliance and policy support across DON installations
- Provide expertise on federal environmental laws, regulations, and DoW directives
- Integrate environmental considerations into energy and water resilience strategies
- Support development of policies, guidance, and Secretariat-level taskers
- Oversee preparation of reports to Congress and senior leadership
- Provide technical oversight of environmental restoration, conservation, and compliance programs
- Advise on environmental risks affecting mission readiness and infrastructure
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies, DoW stakeholders, and external partners
- Support strategic planning, data analysis, and program evaluation
- Develop executive briefings, white papers, and policy memoranda
Benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Company paid Basic Life, Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off/ 11 Federal Holidays
- Professional and Educational Development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
