Regional Environmental Affairs Director

Reworld Projects • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Regional Environmental Affairs Director – Midwest Region, Chicago, IL The Role Reporting to the Midwest President , the Regional Environmental Affairs Director is a brand-new role with the opportunity to lead environmental, sustainability, and compliance activities across the region, its facilities, and communities . Th is exciting position will design our regional sustainability and environmental strategy ensuring local accountability , strong community involvement and partnership, and engagement from all functions . The Environmental Affairs Director will interface with both existing and potential customers , effectively communicate sustainability visions and goals, a nd lead all efforts to uphold our sustainability promise.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in diverse environmental areas including compliance, permitting, stack tests, sustainability , climate change , etc .
• Located in the Chicago area (or willing to relocate).
• Bachelor of Science Degree in related scientific (biology, chemistry, environmental science) or engineering (environmental, chemical, mechanical, etc.) disciplines .
• Ability to travel ~3 5 %

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing and/or negotiating permit applications and with a focus on Title V air operating permits and solid waste facility permits.
• Experience with corporate strategy development and implementation
• Executive level experience with Profit and Loss management
• Experience in interpreting and analyzing State and Federal regulations , specifically with those impacting the waste to energy industry .
• Detailed knowledge of environmental regulatory programs (e.g. RCRA, Clean Air Act, etc.).
• Experience in a Lean / Continuous Improvement environment
• Successful experience interacting with Federal, State and local regulators, legislators, permitting agencies and other community organizations .
• Masters degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Strategically establish community partners within the Midwest region to create mutually beneficial relationships, a positive brand image, and engagement from our teams.
• Grow our site environmental leaders to own the local work with their own community partners.
• Support growth within the region to advance sustainable waste management services through community and governmental relations along with permitting efforts .
• Educate and s upport the regional sales teams on sustainability & environmental affairs to grow business and exceed customer and sales expectations.
• Spearhead our key environmental performance indicators and corrective actions and rally the team to ensure expectations are met.
• Liaise with the Corporate Environmental team to influence enterprise policy and procedure ensuring standardization, consistency, and flawless execution.
• Through direct and indirect reporting relationships, lead the Midwest Environmental team , growing and developing talent, and ensuring we have a strong pipeline of experts.
• The opportunity to present to executive leaders, staff, customers , and government al reps to educate, influence, and push our sustainability agenda forward.
• Proactively engage with our Midwest sites to resolve and prevent environmental issues, using lean practices and a continuous improvement mindset.

Benefits

• medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans
• 401(k) plan
• paid parental leave
• paid time off
• paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director