Specialist I, Environmental Health And Safety

Dollar Tree•Chesapeake, VA

1d•$55,000 - $62,000•Onsite

About The Position

As an Environmental, Health & Safety Compliance Specialist at Dollar Tree’s corporate office, you’ll support the development and implementation of regulatory compliance programs that help ensure safe and compliant operations across our nationwide store portfolio. You'll collaborate with stores, regulatory agencies, and cross-functional business partners to address compliance matters, monitor trends, and drive continuous improvement in safety and environmental health programs.

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Health, Business, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Experience analyzing data, trends, and compliance-related information
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
Project Management certification
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with environmental, health, safety, or compliance management programs
Familiarity with governance, risk, and compliance software platforms, such as NAVEX
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety best practices

Responsibilities

Review, track, and follow up on regulatory compliance inspections and findings
Ensure timely responses to regulatory agencies and provide required certifications of abatement for identified deficiencies
Serve as a point of contact with inspectors and regulatory agencies regarding compliance issues
Monitor compliance activities and maintain documentation required to support regulatory obligations
Identify emerging compliance challenges and communicate impacts to Store Operations and leadership teams
Maintain databases and reporting tools used to track compliance inspections, corrective actions, penalties, and savings
Analyze compliance trends and identify opportunities to strengthen programs and reduce risk
Generate regular reports for Store Operations regarding inspection activity, compliance performance, and trending concerns
Contribute to the development and implementation of long-term compliance strategies
Monitor regulatory changes and assist in updating policies, procedures, and programs accordingly
Partner with Store Operations, Facilities, and Property Management teams to resolve compliance and safety-related issues
Provide guidance and support to stores regarding established compliance policies and procedures
Conduct and support audits, including backroom camera audits, to evaluate compliance and identify opportunities for improvement
Review and update safety and health training materials to align with company standards and regulatory requirements
Partner with Store Operations to develop, update, and implement safety and health policies
Assist with special projects related to store safety, environmental health, and compliance initiatives
Support oversight of governance, risk, and compliance management platforms, such as NAVEX
Participate in initiatives designed to improve compliance effectiveness, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency
Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization to improve compliance outcomes and reduce risk