Environmental Compliance Specialist Jobs

An Environmental Compliance Specialist in the environmental industry is primarily responsible for ensuring that an organization's operations align with environmental laws and regulations. Their duties include the evaluation and analysis of an organization's environmental impact, developing and implementing environmental policies and procedures, conducting environmental audits, and ensuring the proper disposal of hazardous waste. They also play a critical role in the management and prevention of environmental risks, liaising with environmental agencies and stakeholders, and promoting sustainability initiatives.

Key skills required for this role include excellent knowledge of environmental laws and regulations, strong analytical skills, good report writing and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to use relevant software. In terms of certification, a Certified Environmental Specialist (CES) credential can demonstrate expertise in this field. Prior roles that could prepare a person for this position include Environmental Analyst, Environmental Consultant, or Environmental Health and Safety Officer. All these roles provide experience in assessing environmental impact and developing mitigation strategies, which are crucial experience for an Environmental Compliance Specialist.

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Senior Regulatory Specialist/Project Manager

  • Oakland, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 5 hours ago

compliance....

Environmental Compliance Coordinator

  • Corona, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Corona, CA
  • 5 hours ago

We're seeking a driven and journey level Environmental Compliance Coordinator to help with storm water management activities....

Forest Practices Permit Specialist, Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS1) Recruitment #2025-4-6003 Full-time, Permanent, Represented position Location: Olympic Region - Forks, WA. Salary: $3,811.00...

Environmental Compliance Administrator

  • Bryn Mawr, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bryn Mawr, PA
  • 12 hours ago

Bachelors degree in environmental science, biology, or chemistry preferred 2 -4 years related experience preferred....

Stormwater Environmental Compliance Specialist

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 12 hours ago

Sarasota County is looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Stormwater Environmental Compliance Specialist to join our team and help ensure the protection and preservation of our local water resources...

Environmental Compliance Specialist

  • Reading, PA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 15 hours ago

These regulations include, but are not limited to: Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Oil Pollution Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), CERCLA, EPCRA, and the Occupational Safety and Health...

Regulatory Specialist I - 42005258

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 15 hours ago

Requisition No: 851269 Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services Working Title: REGULATORY SPECIALIST I - 42005258 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 42005258 Salary: $39,000.00 -...

Regulatory Specialist II - 42000115

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 15 hours ago

Requisition No: 851099 Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services Working Title: REGULATORY SPECIALIST II - 42000115 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 42000115 Salary: $42,000.14 -...

Stormwater Environmental Compliance Specialist - R19484

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 15 hours ago

Sarasota County is looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Stormwater Environmental Compliance Specialist to join our team and help ensure the protection and preservation of our local water resources...

Environmental Compliance Coordinator

  • Canton, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 1 day ago

for ensuring the company's compliance with environmental, chemical, waste management, and permit regulations at natural gas pipeline construction projects....

Regulatory Specialist III

  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 1 day ago

How will you get here: Education Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Regulatory Affairs, Industrial Safety, or a related field is required....

Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Specialist

  • Charleston, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 1 day ago

Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Specialist to join our team in Charleston, WV!...

Environmental Compliance Specialist

  • Norman, OK
  • 1 day ago
  • Norman, OK
  • 1 day ago

Ensure environmental compliance with all federal, state and local regulatory requirements and JCI corporate environmental systems and act as the lead contact with regulatory agencies....

Senior Regulatory Specialist

  • Avon Lake, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Avon Lake, OH
  • 1 day ago

Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world. Innovation goes far beyond materials science;...

Environmental Compliance Specialist

  • CA
  • 1 day ago
  • CA
  • 1 day ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead company-wide environmental compliance policies and programs with a focus in air pollution control, hazardous materials management, hazardous and universal waste management, water...

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Salary for Environmental Compliance Specialist Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Compliance Specialists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.4%
Master's Degree
31.0%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Associate's Degree
3.7%
High School or GED
2.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Compliance Specialists
1-2 years
25.0%
None
25.0%
4-6 years
20.0%
Less than 1 year
15.0%
2-4 years
10.0%
6-8 years
5.0%


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