Environmental Manager

Recology is a leader in the resource recovery industry. We provide services throughout California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington, including collection, transfer, disposal, landfill management, composting, and recycling. We are the largest employee-owned company in our industry and our success has stemmed from the dedication of our employees, the service we provide to our customers, and our genuine concern for a sustainable environment.

Recology Landfill Organics in Dixon is currently looking for an Environmental Manager.

Responsibilities:

The Environmental Manager's essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Determines that required plans and permits are current and that Company is in compliance with Company environmental policy including management by objectives (MBOs).
• Prepares and submits necessary reports and information to local governments/agencies.
• Conducts compliance inspections of facilities and operations and brings issues to management as needed.
• Provides oral and written advice and direction on environmental permitting and regulatory compliance issues to operations team and General Managers.
• Works with Corporate Environment & Planning Department and with Group and General Managers on identification and resolution of permitting and compliance issues.
• Communicates verbally and in writing with regulators and accompanies them during inspections.
• Maintains facility records as needed to ensure compliance with permits and regulations.
• Samples water, soil, air, compost, and hazardous waste material, etc. for laboratory analysis using appropriate equipment and regulatory procedures.
• Trains employees in environmentally-related issues, including stormwater awareness, spill control and cleanup, etc.
• Assists with compliance and permitting activities, including the preparation of correspondence, reports, and applications, scheduling and attending meetings, setting up and maintaining files, researching contract service providers/consultants and other activities as directed.
• Prepares manifests for hazardous waste disposal shipments and submits Hazardous Waste Disposal Fees, Hazardous Waste Generator Fees, EPA ID Questionnaires, and Manifest Fee Returns.
• Evaluates incoming materials for acceptability consistent with Company waste acceptance guidelines.
• Represents the Company to regulatory agencies and the general public as needed.
• Answers inquiries by correspondence, telephone, and in person.
• Assists with design and presentation of environmental, permitting, and compliance related training.
• Assists in the development of testing protocols, such as odor control, waste characterization testing, etc. and participates in testing as required.
• Ensures that testing is conducted consistent with protocols.
• Travels to multiple locations for on-site visits.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will have:

• Bachelor's degree in science or environmentally related major, or equivalent knowledge/experience with environmental regulations.
• 4+ years specific experience in compliance and/or permitting areas.
• Strong knowledge of environmental permitting and compliance related issues and regulations.
• Experience with solid and/or hazardous waste preferred.
• Knowledge of waste company procedures and policies preferred.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret environmental compliance related laws, regulations and policies and to develop and implement appropriate operating practices.
• Ability to communicate, interact, and effectively network with community and government officials, customers, and a diverse workforce.
• Ability to read, write and speak English well including excellent grammar and spelling.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Strong attention to detail required.
• Excellent decision making and problem solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Openness to relocation preferred.

To Apply: 

If you meet the qualifications of this position and are interested in applying, submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to: Bonnie Abbott, Group Human Resources Manager.

Recology
235 N. First Street
Dixon, CA 95620

When applying, please refer to Environmental Manager (Landfill Organics) in your correspondence.