Job Title: Manager, Environmental Compliance Department: Environmental ComplianceHiring Range: $90,000-$106,400Pay Grade: 8FLSA Status: Exempt
Pittsburgh Water’s Mission is to support our region by protecting public health and the environment through the delivery of safe and reliable water services with a commitment to future generations. Environmental Compliance is the foundation of Pittsburgh Water’s commitment to operating in accordance not only with the strict requirements of the law, but also in a manner that is consistent with high ethical and professional standards in the delivery of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services to our customers.
The Manager, Environmental Compliance position is a critical role administering assigned programs to ensure Pittsburgh Water’s mission and commitment to protecting public health and the environmental is upheld. Under limited supervision, the incumbent will be responsible for coordination and management of applicable environmental laws, rules, regulations, and permits for compliance. This position reports in person to an assigned Pittsburgh Water facility and will be required to travel frequently within the service area.
RESPONSIBILITIES• Manage obligations as part of Pittsburgh Water’s overall Environmental Compliance Program for water treatment and supply operations, field operations, and engineering/construction projects.• Lead inspections, audits, and other operational evaluations to ensure compliance with permit obligations, often requiring coordination with other Departments.• Oversee or complete required inspections, sampling, and reporting to comply with federal, state and local permits, regulations, rules, standards, and laws; including, but not limited to: stormwater, wastewater, air, SPCC/PPC, Tier II, Storage Tanks, NPDES/MS4, Industrial User, Waste Oil, Management of Fill and Universal/Hazardous/Residual Waste.• Review and monitor compliance-related data collection, storage, analysis, and reporting conducted by others, and identify violations or potential violations of permits, regulations, rules, standards and/or laws, and reporting.• Maintain tracking of corrective and preventative actions for non-compliance and non-conformance activities.• Ensure the use of an environmental management system, such as CityWorks, for collection and retention of required information and to track compliance dates.• Collect Key Performance Indicator Data, monitoring and preparing monthly, quarterly, annual and ad-hoc reports to include in reporting to Leadership.• Provide presentations or trainings to internal staff and external stakeholders on environmental programs. • Keep abreast of environmental rules, regulations, and knowledge to develop program recommendations.• Manage other environmental functional areas as assigned or required.• Supervise, evaluate, coach, mentor, train, discipline and motivate assigned staff.• Perform other related tasks as assigned or required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES• Knowledge of environmental compliance subject areas with specific knowledge of land and air regulations.• Strong familiarity with typical municipal water and wastewater operations and maintenance requirements. • Knowledge of the policies and procedures related to federal, state, and local environmental compliance requirements.• Ability to manage and prioritize a heavy workload while meeting deadlines.• Critical thinker, problem solver, and detail oriented.• Possess sound judgement, logical reasoning, integrity, and good ethics.• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and professionalism.• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with one’s supervisor, colleagues, outside agencies, government officials, community representatives, and the public.• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, the ability to operate a personal computer and other office equipment as required.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSThe following requirements list the minimum education/training/experience required to qualify for this job. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted.
• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in engineering, environmental, compliance, or closely related field. • 5+ years of relevant experience within environmental compliance.• Management experience preferred.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTSApplicant must present a current, valid Class C (Class 1) PA Motor Vehicle Operator’s License at the time of application or prior to appointment. A valid driver’s license must be maintained throughout employment.
Applicant must have permanent residency within one of the following Pennsylvania counties at the time of appointment and remain a resident within one of the noted counties throughout employment with Pittsburgh Water: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Lawrence, Indiana, Washington, or Westmoreland.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED / RECEIVEDWill directly supervise Environmental Compliance staff / Receives supervision directly from the Director, Environmental Compliance and Sustainability.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The physical demands consist of completing routine office work in a standard office setting, as well as perform physical work outdoors in extreme weather. The employee will work in confined spaces, exhibit full range of motion to complete tasks like climbing, balancing, kneeling, or grasping. The employee will utilize senses to see, hear, and talk, perform heavy work including lift and carry up to 50 pounds, work in loud conditions with vibrations, traffic, mechanical, chemical, fire, and explosive risks; work with respirators around odors, dusts fumes, mists, poor ventilation, and gases.
CONDITIONSThe noise level of this work environment is normally quiet; however, occasionally very loud. Regular exposure to general office noise as well as sounds associated with equipment and alarms. Occasional exposure to all types of outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, heavy equipment and vehicles. Occasional exposure to lights, noise, fuels and chemicals associated with heavy equipment and water treatment/distribution. Subject to remain on duty beyond normal hours and/or recalled during emergency situations or other extensive periods.
MEDICAL EXAMINATIONEmployment may be contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) physical examination performed by the Authority's examining physician.
DRUG TESTINGEmployment may be contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) drug screening. Continued employment may be subject to randomized drug and alcohol testing conducted without advance notice and for reasonable suspicion.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONAbility to successfully pass a thorough investigation consisting of a criminal history check, verification of prior employment and performance, reference, and credentials checks, and in some cases credit history.
Applicants are subject to a System for Award Management (SAM) or any successor system search as maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA) to ensure compliance with federal procurement and non-procurement programs.
Applications: You may be considered for other available positions based on qualifications provided on your employment application. If you have questions regarding your application, please contact the Human Resources Department at: Pittsburgh Human Resources Department 1200 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412-255-8800 hr@pgh2o.com An Equal Opportunity Employer: Pittsburgh Water is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on any legally protected statuses, including, but not limited to race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or family status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, or veteran status. Pittsburgh Water is committed to providing candidates with reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities during our recruiting process; if you need assistance, please contact us at hr@pgh2o.com or 412-255-8800.

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