Closing Date: 2/27/2026 or upon receipt of the first 50 application submissions. Environmental Compliance Manager Department of Administrative Services Annual Salary Range: $79,268.80 – $118,913.60 JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Principal Environmental Engineer, the Environmental Compliance Manager (ECM) is primarily responsible for coordinating responses to the management and remediation of regulated materials at County facilities, and to ensure compliance with local, state and federal environmental regulations. The ECM is the primary contact for spills and releases of hazardous materials. The ECM is responsible for filing annual reports as required for regulated substances. The position is also responsible for the periodic management of projects for the Environmental Services Unit or Architecture, Engineering & Environmental Services Section. JOB DUTIES:

Coordinate and manage regulated material activities: Including the identification, location, location, inventory, control, and abatement of regulated materials at County facilities including asbestos, lead-based paint, hazardous material storage, landfills and other County environmental liabilities. Conduct environmental assessments: Coordinate and manage investigations, spill events, remediation projects and special studies as internal consultants to County Departments and divisions, often related to asbestos or other hazardous materials. Perform field testing or secure consultant services as needed File reports with state and federal agencies: Prepare and file compliance reports for regulated materials (EPCRA), sanitary (MMSD), asbestos remediation (WI DHS), and other agencies and reports Provide technical assistance to internal staff: Advise project managers regarding proper management of regulated substances during projects to maintain compliance with environmental regulations. Project Management: Use project management best practices to develop, coordinate, execute and control design, and construction, of environmental or other projects with internal and/or external consultants and contractors. Responsible for managing all phases of project development and execution, including scope development, cost estimating, consultant selection, design, bidding, contractor selection, contracting, schedule and risk management, construction management, project closeout, and all required project documentation in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances of governing bodies, and department policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Current resident of State of WI. A Valid WI Driver’s License at time of application and maintained throughout employment. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering, Construction Project Management, or related field required At least one (1) years’ experience with hazardous materials and environmental compliance Certified as Wisconsin Asbestos Supervisor and Inspector required within 6 months of hire. Completed 40-hour OHSA H&S and HAZWOPER training certification within one year of hire. Certified as a Wisconsin Lead Risk Assessor within one year of hire. Complete 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety Course within one year of hire. Intermediate knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets. Must have working knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations, and regulations pertaining to health and safety as related to exposure to regulated and hazardous substances.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1-5 years’ experience in hazardous/regulated materials and workplace safety, environmental engineering studies and design Licensure as Certified Hazardous Materials Manager, Engineer-In-Training, or Professional Engineer in the State of WI 1–5 years’ experience in hiring and managing of design and/or construction management consultant contracts 1-5 years’ experience in managing environmental remediation, demolition and public works construction projects Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of civil engineering with emphasis on environmental engineering work associated with facilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, reports, short correspondence, and memos. Speak effectively before both internal and/or external groups Read, analyze, and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, scientific/technical journals and procedures, government regulations, financial and legal documents. Prepare and/or present written communications that pertain to controversial and complex topics

NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process. APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

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Environmental Compliance Manager