Environmental Review Manager

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You may review, modify, or update your information by visiting and logging into the careers section of the system.Job Description:At Regions, the Environmental Review Manager takes responsibility for a team of analysts and the environmental risk function of the bank which addresses environmental concerns from both an underwriting and liability standpoint.Primary ResponsibilitiesProvides thorough reviews of environmental data supplied in connection with loan transactions, property under trust management, pending foreclosures, workouts, corporate trust management related to bond transactions, equity positions and investment banking transactions, and the potential acquisitions of financial institutionsProvides guidance to other departments on specific transactions as to the structure of the transactions, the relative value of the collateral, the potential costs to the borrower of complying with environmental laws and regulations (both in terms of cleanup costs and anticipated capital expenditures), appropriate workout or foreclosure strategies, and the appropriate handling of remediation projects conducted on properties owned or managed by the bankServes as responsible party in certifying extent of known environmental liability for bank reporting purposes, as required by Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)Approves credits of non-R/E secured transactions in high risk industriesProvides advice, guidance, and approval to credit and the Line of Business on the appropriate structure of environmentally sensitive transactions and the bank's policies and procedures on a one-to-one basisControls costs attributable to loan loss and excessive environmental consulting costs through appropriate environmental risk management proceduresDevelops critical reviews of qualifications of environmental consultants seeking to be placed on the bank’s approved consultants list and independently determines if a consultant is qualified to do work for the bank or its customersProvides a resource during due diligence activities conducted in contemplation of acquiring other institutions including, but not limited to, review of environmental data from due diligence activitiesConducts training sessions for all areas of the bank affected by environmental issuesServes as Vendor Relationship Owner (VRO) for the environmental risk function and its respective vendorsManages the business continuity process for Environmental Risk Management in ArcherMaintains and manages the RSCA in ArcherOffers advice and guidance to a team of analysts, assisting in the development of necessary skills and promotion of continuous improvement initiativesCollaborates with team to ensure goals and objectives are challenging yet attainable and contributing to continuous improvement initiativesCollaborates with senior management in developing auditing procedures to monitor departmental activities and processesEnsures all departmental activities comply with internal and external policies and regulationsThis position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.This position is incentive eligible.RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Physical Science or equivalentEight (8) years of experience conducting or performing critical reviews of environmental assessmentsThree (3) years of supervisory/management experience, specifically in an environmental risk functionPreferencesCredit evaluation experienceSkills and CompetenciesAbility to effectively relay information to associates about technical environmental requirementsAbility to learn additional systems as neededAbility to research, analyze data, and derive factsAbility to research and interpret applicable federal environmental regulationsAbility to supervise and manage a teamProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)Strong data entry skillsStrong verbal, written communication, and organizational skillsStrong work ethic and self-motivationPosition TypeFull timeCompensation DetailsPay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.Job Range Target:Minimum:$102,166.52 USDMedian:$139,743.00 USDIncentive Pay Plans:This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary incentive plan. Employees are eligible to receive a discretionary award based on individual, business, and/or company performance.Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan.Benefits InformationRegions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.Paid Vacation/Sick Time401K with Company MatchMedical, Dental and Vision BenefitsDisability BenefitsHealth Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountLife InsuranceParental LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramAssociate Volunteer ProgramPlease note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.Location DetailsRegions CenterLocation:Birmingham, AlabamaEqual Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/VeteransJob applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.SummaryLocation: Birmingham, AL - Regions Center; Dallas, TX - 17 Seventeen Building Branch; Charlotte, NC - Charlotte Uptown Branch; Atlanta, GA - Regions Plaza OfficeType: Full time