Environmental Emergency Response Manager

EnviroScience, Inc. • Nashville, TN

83d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Emergency Response Manager is responsible for responding, overseeing and coordinating all emergency response activities. This role involves managing response teams, developing emergency response plans, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The Emergency Response Manager will work closely with local authorities, clients, and internal teams to ensure effective and efficient response to environmental emergencies.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree Emergency Management, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in emergency response, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of surface water sampling methods and techniques
• Ability to remain calm and make effective decisions under pressure.
• Proficiency in using emergency response software and tools.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver training programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability to travel at a moment’s notice.
• Ability to lift 35lbs and navigate uneven terrain such as stream banks, ravines, and right of ways.

Nice To Haves

• Experience: IAEM Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or ability to obtain within 1 year from date of hire.
• Experience working with hazardous materials and waste management.
• Multimedia sampling experience
• Familiarity with incident command systems and emergency operations centers.
• Previous experience in a consulting or environmental services firm.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Response Planning Develop and implement comprehensive emergency response plans.
• Coordinate with local authorities and clients to establish response protocols.
• Ensure all response plans comply with relevant safety regulations and standards.
• Team Management Lead and manage emergency response teams during incidents.
• Conduct regular training and drills to ensure team readiness.
• Evaluate team performance and provide feedback for improvement.
• Incident Management Coordinate and oversee response activities during environmental emergencies.
• Assess incident situations and develop appropriate response strategies.
• Ensure timely communication with all stakeholders during emergencies.
• Regulatory Compliance Ensure all response activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and response actions.
• Prepare and submit required reports to client and regulatory agencies.
• Stakeholder Communication Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during emergency incidents.
• Communicate effectively with local authorities, regulatory agencies, and internal teams.
• Provide regular updates and reports to clients and management.

Benefits

• EnviroScience offers competitive compensation and benefits to support you professionally and personally.
• Eligible team members receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, and access to continuing education and training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees