American Water's Military Services Group (MSG) has been awarded a contract for ownership, operation and maintenance of the water and wastewater utility systems at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) in Washington state. MSG provides water and wastewater services to military installations across the country as part of the federal government’s Utilities Privatization (UP) Program. Join our team by submitting an application for one of our many opportunities at JBLM!
Primary Role
Responsible for managing, auditing and ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local environmental regulations and requirements, environmental stewardship and operational and maintenance processes across the MSG/CSG’s portfolio of operating locations. Responsibility for developing, managing, and implementing quality and compliance programs for all environmental, laboratory and facility operations
Provide technical guidance to Senior Management and the Senior Water Quality and Environmental Manager
Help support the MSG/CSG team of Environmental, Health and Safety Specialists and local management for all matters concerning environmental regulations.
Support locations by providing teaching, coaching and direction to ensure compliant operations and employee development.
Key Accountabilities
Develop and continually improve the company’s overall environmental compliance programs and systems
Develop, document, provide training and oversee the implementation of the Company’s Environmental Policies
Manage, audit and document each facility’s compliance with the EMP and Load Program, utilization of and execution of the CATF and CMMS, as well as all site Environmental Plans through a team of Environmental Specialists
Develop, document, provide training and oversee the implementation of the Plans, Programs and SOPs for facility Operations, Laboratory, Regulatory Reporting and Environmental Compliance
Ensure each facility maintains permit compliance records, operations reports, and water quality sampling records and prepares various reports utilizing the computerized maintenance management and computerized process control/water quality systems
Design and conduct facility environmental compliance audits, in coordination with the Technical Shared Services staff and local staff. Assist each facility in resolving all deficiencies identified during the audit process
Lead company-wide programs aimed at optimizing water and wastewater system compliance and operations, such as the Partnership for Safe Drinking Water
Assist with operational trouble-shooting and issue resolution of water and wastewater system process and performance issues
Participate in event management responses to support local facility staff in effectively responding to environmental compliance and operational incidents in real-time
Responsible for interfacing with local Environmental Compliance Specialists
Provide training, coaching, guidance and direction, and provide feedback to assist in improving performance and development of staff
Participate in the American Water environmental compliance and water quality community, including periodic meetings and workshops
Contribute to the development of AW environmental compliance policies, procedures and practices
Key Accountabilities Continued...
Monitor future environmental compliance regulations and changes, and ensure the company is prepared to comply
Management and oversight over the dual validation process as it relates to sample collection and sample reporting. This includes knowledge of the water and/or wastewater system, holding meetings to ensure the process is being followed and corrective action taken when necessary
Interactions with local, state & federal agencies. This includes leading the auditor site visit.
Submit environmental reports to the appropriate regulatory agencies, i.e. Tier reporting, Audit finding updates, Spill Reports, Cradle to Grave reporting, SWPPP, SPCC Plan, etc.
Knowledge/Skills
Extensive knowledge related to management and compliance of water and wastewater systems and processes
Broad working knowledge of Federal Clean Water Act, NPDES requirements, Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Air Act, FAR requirements and other federal, state and local regulations that affect AWE-MSG project operations
Broad working knowledge of all state specific environmental regulations and requirements for states in which the company operates
Knowledge of company procedures, policies, and operations
Knowledge of quality control systems and compliance standards
Ability to develop environmental compliance programs and systems and explain and teach such systems to others
Ability to develop and describe a long-term vision for the company’s environmental compliance activities
Ability to influence others, and build relationships with employees across diverse geographic locations
Proactively and effectively drive change at each facility to address emerging environmental issues and promote continuous improvement
Encourage the effective use of technology to improve facility operations and maintenance
Institutionalizes the concepts of continuous quality improvement activities, performance measures and benchmarking.
Can clearly articulate complex issues both verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical people
Ability to plan and present environmental compliance and O&M training to employees
Ability to interact with colleagues, direct reports, governmental agencies, consultants, contractors, and the general public
Computer literacy. Competent in the use of word processing and spreadsheet programs, and computerized maintenance management systems and computerized process control software
Experience/Education
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in water/wastewater industry
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in water and wastewater industry compliance for environmental, health and safety programs
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the oversight and administration of quality compliance and control programs in the water/wastewater industry
At least 4 years supervisory experience.
Industry related EH&S certifications, water and/or wastewater license an advantage
Degree in sanitary, chemical, civil, electrical environmental or mechanical engineering, chemistry, biology or environmental science, business administration, or other related field. Additional qualifying experience or training may be substituted for the degree on a year for year basis.
Competencies
Prioritizes & Role Models Safety
Self-Awareness
Develops Talent
Plans, Aligns, & Directs
Drives Engagement
Decision Quality
Join American Water...We Keep Life Flowing™
American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
