The Development Authority of the North Country is looking to grow our team with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding infrastructure to serve the common interests of Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence Counties by providing technical services and infrastructure, which will enhance economic opportunities in the region and promote the health and well-being of its communities.

The successful candidate will work in Rodman, New York at the Materials Management Facility. Submit a cover letter, resume and complete an application at: www.danc.org/Employment.

Job Summary: The Manager of Safety & Environmental will provide leadership in support of the Development Authority’s commitment to environmental stewardship and safety program management. The Manager of Safety & Environmental is responsible for the planning, execution, and assessment of employee safety and environmental compliance programs and will provide support to the Authority’s operating divisions to aide them in meeting or exceeding all environmental and safety regulations. The Manager of Safety & Environmental will provide procurement and technical oversight of consultants hired by the Authority for environmental and safety related services. The Manager of Safety & Environmental will be a subject matter expert with respect to NYSDEC and USEPA environmental regulations as well as OSHA, PESH, and NFPA regulations.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

Expertise of application federal, state and local environmental and safety regulations.
Knowledge of GIS, GPS, and SCADA beneficial.
Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage, adjust, and prioritize varied workload based on such factors as work objectives, schedule, and customer needs.
Strong supervisory skills necessary to oversee and provide daily direction to the Safety & Environmental Technician.
Ability to evaluate risks and make sound judgements based on analysis and data.
Ability to work with a variety of internal and external customers in a team environment; including close coordination with the Landfill Superintendent on Landfill Gas Operation and the Director of Human Resources.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Education:

Professional Certification/Licenses:

Experience:

Minimum of five years of experience in a similar capacity.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be deemed acceptable.

Benefits: NYS Employees’ Retirement System, NYS Deferred Compensation, 12-paid holidays, 3-weeks’ vacation, 10-sick days, 2-personal holidays, a fully funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for medical and prescriptions benefits, dental, vision and short-term disability insurance, professional development and tuition reimbursement.

The Development Authority of the North Country is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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