Regional Manager, Environmental Compliance

Kroger•Cincinnati, OH

27d

About The Position

Implement/ensure company compliance with federal, state and local environmental laws/regulations. Resolve compliance issues in a cost-effective manner to minimize operational, legal and fiscal impact. Develop/implement emergency planning protocols for hazardous material accidents, spills and releases. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree environmental science, engineering or related area
5+ years air permitting experience
8+ years environmental compliance experience
Understanding of OR, WA, AK, ID environmental agencies and evolving landscape
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Strong project management skills
Ability to collaborate and achieve objectives through others
Ability to direct peers, supervisors, hourly associates and contractors in projects to obtain/maintain environmental compliance
Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills
Strong administrative/leadership skills
Strong initiative to accomplish tasks with minimal supervision
Demonstrated success implementing hazardous materials and waste regulatory requirements
Ability to comprehend complex regulations, interpret requirements and translate requirements into operational standards
Experience meeting with regulatory agencies/inspectors
Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment
Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues
Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree
Prior environmental management or consulting experience

Responsibilities

Lead, develop, implement and monitor compliance programs/policies
Maintain working knowledge of federal, state and local regulations; build/maintain positive working relationships with regulatory agencies
Maintain up-to-date/organized compliance records; ensure timely preparation/submittal of required reports
Supervise environmental personnel managing the hazardous waste program for all NW locations
Maintain an active awareness of new industry technologies
Manage division compliance with SARA / EPCRA requirements; partner with internal departments affected by environmental issues to ensure compliance
Develop/ensure store locations receive training on relevant environmental topics
Conduct systematic compliance program audits
Coordinate daily activities of staff, consultants and contractors
Respond to agency inspections and alleged compliance violations; assist with investigations/remediation
Evaluate current/new machinery, equipment, processes, procedures and materials to determine environmental impact
Oversee development, implementation and maintenance of store/facility business plans, emergency plans and Risk Management plans (RMP) that address prevention/mitigation of hazardous material accidents, spills and releases
Maintain environmental management information systems (EMIS)
Draft permit document plans to ensure permits are obtained when needed and conditions are met/reported when required
Report compliance efforts to company leadership; identify continuous improvement opportunities
Travel to evaluate compliance with environmental laws/regulations and to assist with investigations/remediation