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Environmental Compliance Analyst

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related degree
  • 1-4 years of work experience in solid waste or related environmental industry
  • Strong understanding of environmental laws and regulations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

  • Conduct field site visits, collect data, analyze findings, and produce technical reports
  • Collaborate with facility management to maintain local, state, and federal permits
  • Interact with regulators, customers, and the public regarding facility permits and compliance
  • Manage internal environmental management tracking system (ETMS) and collaborate on GIS projects

Key facts

Other skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Detail Oriented
  • Adaptability

About the company

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. logo

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

Waste Management & Treatment

Casella was founded in 1975 as a single truck operation in Rutland, Vermont. In 1977, Casella opened the first recycling facility in Vermont. The company has remained under the same management for over 40 years. Over time our footprint has grown to include six states. Our mission is to create value for our customers, our communities, and our company by Giving Resources New Life®. Casella provides resource management expertise and services to residential, commercial, municipal and industrial customers in the areas of solid waste resource collection, recycling, organics, energy recovery and disposal.

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryWaste Management & Treatment
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

Position Summary:

The Environmental Analyst is responsible for maintaining environmental compliance and meeting permit requirements, and for acting as the local technical expert regarding engineering and environmental concepts for assigned locations. The incumbent will apply engineering principles to prepare technical reports, conduct periodic tests, audits, or inspections of organizational processes, collect and analyze samples, investigate incidents and complaints, and recommend corrective action as necessary.

Remote opportunity, but must sit within our current operating footprint.  

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction for any employer. We are not able to provide visa sponsorship or assume existing sponsorships. 

Hiring range $54,000 - $69,000

Key Responsibilities:
  • Participates in frequent field site visits, collects data, analyzes findings, and interprets them by producing technical reports, tabulating data, and preparing charts, graphs, and sketches in support of facility engineering and compliance projects.
  • Collaborates with facility management to maintain local, state, and federal permits for assigned facilities by identifying permitting needs, anticipating permit renewals, preparing and submitting applications within an appropriate time frame, and managing electronic and hard copy filing of documents.
  • Interacts professionally with regulators, customers, and members of the public regarding facility permits and environmental compliance.
  • Coordinates and manages third-party contractors and consultants in the completion of low and medium-complexity engineering and construction projects. Participates as a team member on higher-complexity, long-duration development projects.
  • Identifies and corrects compliance issues by working with facility managers to coordinate process improvements and to follow up on self-inspections.
  • Evaluates the significance of hazards and determines proper disposal and management methods for facility operations.
  • Manages our internal environmental management tracking system (ETMS) database and works on geographic information system (GIS) projects throughout the operating footprint. 
  • Collaborates with facility and regional management to obtain and report collected data in support of company and facility goals relating to safety, compliance, financial performance, and sustainability.
  • Oversees ongoing compliance of environmental programs by coordinating required environmental training and performing self-inspections to ensure complete and successful monitoring and environmental sampling by internal and external resources.
  • Assists with the development and implementation of new or revised environmental resource programs, policies, procedures, and methods of operation, and provides recommendations for enhancements to ensure effective systems and services are in place.
  • Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services, and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.
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Education, Experience & Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or other related degree and 1-4 years of work experience in solid waste or related environmental industry. The incumbent must have a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment. A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel among the company's regional offices throughout the Northeast are required.

 

Strong commitment to workplace safety, sustainability, and environmental compliance, along with a strong understanding of environmental laws and regulations, is necessary. High attention to detail, organizational, listening, communication and problem-solving skills are expected. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is needed.

 

Although not required, an Advanced Degree or certificate, a Professional Engineering (PE) License, or a Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)/Engineer-in-training (EIT) certification is preferred. 

Only U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, TN Visa holders, or applicants with authorized temporary work status may apply. U.S. work authorization is required. Visa sponsorship is not available.

 

Attributes:

Analytically minded, passionate, team-oriented individual who possesses the critical combination of precise attention to detail with an ability to see the larger picture. Outstanding problem-solving skills, adaptability, and data collection and presentation skills combined with the ability to work comfortably with others is necessary.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.

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