Environmental Director Jobs in New Jersey

An Environmental Director plays a pivotal role in the environmental industry by overseeing the environmental performance of public and private sector organizations. This entails developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental strategies to promote sustainable development. They ensure compliance with environmental legislation and keep up-to-date with new regulatory initiatives. They also work on environmental audits and assessments, identifying and managing environmental risks. Additionally, they promote and raise awareness about the impact of emerging environmental issues.

Important skills for an Environmental Director include strong leadership and communication skills, a keen analytical mind, and excellent project management abilities. They should have a thorough understanding of environmental laws and regulations. Certification in environmental management or a related field is typically required, along with substantial experience in the industry. Prior job roles a person might hold before becoming an Environmental Director include Environmental Scientist, Environmental Consultant, or Environmental Manager. These positions provide the necessary background and experience needed to successfully oversee an organization's environmental strategies and initiatives.

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Environmental Planning Manager - Transportation

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or an Earth Science-related field or relevant degree plus 8 years of relevant experience...

Manager, Environmental Services - Full Time - Evening

  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 3 days ago

. + Oversees and directs waste management issues including RMW, recycling, solid waste, and hazardous materials. + Ensures department equipment is maintained in proper working and sanitary condition...

Director of Environmental Services

  • Summit, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Summit, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Infection Control and Safety: Collaborate with the infection control team to prevent hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) through effective cleaning, disinfection, and waste management practices....

Environmental Manager

  • Bloomfield, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or an Earth Science-related field or relevant degree plus 8 years of relevant experience...

Assistant Manager Environmental Services - Full Time (Tropicana Atlantic City)

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 14 days ago

Job Duties Responsible for the supervision and coordination of public area staff and activities. Assists in the training, scheduling and monitoring of public area personnel. Maintains department...

Manager, Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability

  • East Windsor, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • East Windsor, NJ
  • 15 days ago

WHERE YOU WILL WORK Without compromising our steadfast commitment to Quality, Safety and Sustainability our manufacturing and packaging facility produces in excess of 70MM units per year. This is...

Director, Environmental Health and Safety

  • Newark, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 17 days ago

Prerequisite Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science, health and safety, industrial hygiene or related field. - A minimum of (10) years'...

Supervisor, Environmental Services

  • Pompton Plains, NJ
  • 20 days ago
  • Pompton Plains, NJ
  • 20 days ago

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Full-Time Environmental Services Supervisor for the Environmental Services (Housekeeping) Department at Chilton Medical Center. Required hours are...

Assistant Environmental Manager

  • Rahway, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Position: Assistant Environmental Manager The Assistant Environmental Manager is responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of the buildings and grounds, including making repairs and...

Environmental Services - Manager in Training

  • Phillipsburg, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Phillipsburg, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, and nutritional services within the healthcare market. For over 45 years, we...

Environmental Manager - Northeast Region

  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Lead the environmental compliance & permitting for the construction operations. Identify, assess and reduce environmental risks to the company. Update environnemental plans....

Remote Work

ERM is seeking a Technical Director to join our Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) technical team. In this role, you will provide technical strategy and project assistance on Per- and...

Sr. Director Environmental Health & Safety

  • Paramus, NJ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 60+ days ago

Science, Engineering, or a related field.Master's Degree in EHS related field a plus.Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in safety management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership...

Supervisor, Environmental Svcs

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Full-Time Environmental Services (Housekeeping) Supervisor for the Environmental Services Department at Morristown Medical Center. Required hours vary,...

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Salary for Environmental Director Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEnvironmental research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Directors in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.7%
Master's Degree
31.6%
Doctorate Degree
5.7%
High School or GED
5.6%
Associate's Degree
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Directors in New Jersey
2-4 years
25.7%
4-6 years
19.3%
1-2 years
15.9%
10+ years
14.8%
8-10 years
13.7%
6-8 years
7.3%
None
3.3%


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