The Program Director for Environmental Compliance will have regular interface with assigned iron and steel producing and/or finishing operations to ensure superior compliance and continuous improvement to support the business objectives. The Program Director will contribute to developing plans for continuous improvement in environmental performance for assigned operations. This role will ensure systemic implementation of rigorous corrective/preventive action and sharing of best practices to improve performance and reduce risks. The Program Director will complete an assessment of performance issues and risks, as well as benchmarking operation performance and sharing of best practices.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Drive implementation of "Cliffs culture” through leading by example, coaching, mentoring and engaging people at all levels of the organization. Assist in the development of site environmental leaders.
Coordinate communication and response activities to environmental regulatory authorities and other internal stakeholders when the company is required to provide such communications.
Coordinate environmental performance metric reporting for assigned operations.
Coordinate with assigned operations and reporting manager to ensure timely/accurate issuance of periodic reports.
Coordinate periodic conference calls with assigned operations to encourage collaboration, team building, and professional development.
Regular communication/collaboration with site environmental, operating personnel.
Lead and assist operating sites in the consistent implementation of corporate policies and programs.
Coordinate with other corporate Environmental &Sustainability staff as appropriate to support information requests, reporting and program improvements, and proper reporting of potential environmental risks and liabilities.
Work on project to integrate and streamline EMS procedures across legacy facilities.
Coordinate with Regulatory Affairs team on applicable emerging regulations to ensure business is protected from emerging new regulatory risks.
Coordinate with site and Regulatory Affairs team to prepare/review and submit applicable environmental permits, and assist/review agency submittals.
Complete other tasks as requested by the Executive Vice President, Environmental & Sustainability.
This person will be located in the Cleveland Headquarters office and report directly to the Executive Vice President, Environmental & Sustainability to oversee the environmental program of multiple sites. This person will drive improvements based on applicable local, state and federal requirements, as well as Cliffs policy and procedures for superior environmental performance.

Minimum Qualifications:

6 -10 years Environmental management experience in manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated high level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with site operational leadership, self-starter.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to work independently, prioritize work and handle multiple projects.
Possess excellent written and verbal skills.
Current working knowledge of various State and Federal environmental Laws and regulations applicable to operations.
Familiarity with CAA, CWA, TSCA, RCRA including hazardous waste rules and inspection requirements.
Familiarity with reading and interpreting laboratory analytical reports required to support all regulatory requirements for all media (air, water, and waste)
Proficient in MS Office products.
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Sciences or equivalent work experience is required.
Familiarity with steel industry operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

11-20 years implementation and management of Environmental Management Systems and Programs within the steel or similar heavy industry.
Experience maintaining ISO Certified Management Systems (ISO9000, ISO14001, etc.) in heavy manufacturing environment.
Extensive working knowledge of both Federal and State environmental laws and regulations related to steel or similar heavy industry.
Advanced degree is preferred.

Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company generally does not sponsor candidates for temporary visas or permanent residency for this position.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including top pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off and more!

As a company, we are doing what we can to keep all our employees safe and healthy. It is the current expectation that all Cleveland-Cliffs employees will be vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as possible. Before accepting an offer of employment you must certify that you are fully vaccinated. Cleveland-Cliffs reserves the right to require proof of vaccination.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

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