Manager, Water Quality & Environmental Compliance

Compensation

$81,120.00 - $81,120.00 / Yearly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

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Requisition ID: 109527

Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued.

People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.

We are Beautifully Different. We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey.

About American Water

American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water's 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.

American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron's 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.

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Job Description

Job Title: Manager, Water Quality & Environmental Compliance

Posting Start Date: 7/6/26

Job Description:

Position Information:

$81,120 - $133,380

The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity.

In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k),Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professional.

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Primary Role

Responsibilities for this position establishes the day-to-day management of personnel and implementation of water quality, laboratory programs, environmental stewardship and environmental rules and regulations toensure compliance with pertinent state and federal regulations. Responsible for maintaining budgets, committing expenditures, and setting priorities. Maintains liaisons with individuals within and outside of the organization - key regulatory officials and company personnel. Responsible for acting independently on technical and environmental matters.

Key Accountabilities

Initiates and controls the overall environmental compliance program in all geographic areas of responsibility. This includes oversight of allrequired monitoring and reporting of sample results required under the Safe Drinking Water Act and/or Clean Water Act. Ensuring that the environmental program requirements are met in accordance with the Environmental Management Plans. Coordinates resolution of environmental issues with State regulatory personnel and local operations. Makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative and have far-reaching impact on environmental activities. Directs supportive workforce to maintain compliance with environmental regulations and laboratory procedures which may include accreditation/certification for specialized parameters. Reviewing and determining the impact on company activities from existing and proposed regulations at the local, state and federal level. Executes departmental business plans and contributes to the development of functional strategies. Assisting in preparing capital and O&M budgets for environmental compliance related items. Assuring that policies, programs, standards of performance and approved objectives related to environmental compliance are adhered to including those involving health and safety, affirmative action, corporate responsibility and labor relations.

Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of science, theory and application of water/wastewater treatment and operations, water quality monitoring and quality assurance programs. Must possess knowledge of current and emerging environmental issues and environmental regulations impacting water resources and facility operations. Knowledge of industry trade organizations to include participation in related activities aimed at improving environmental program awareness and stewardship opportunities. Must understand company goals and objectives, policies, procedures and business plans.

Experience/Education

Bachelors in science or engineering related field is required A minimum of 5 -10 years experience, depending on the level of the position in environmental management, water quality, and compliance Must have experience in management of people, processes, technologies, and budgets. Must have experience with Microsoft Office Applications Prevous Project Management experience desired On-call responsibilites Must hold a valid State issued Driver's License. Water license preferred.

Travel Requirements

Role will be 4 days in office/ 1 day Remote Must be able to travel Egg Harbor and Salem, NJ Must be able to travel for meetings

Certifications/Licenses

Must hold a valid State issued Driver's License. Water license preferred.

Competencies

Prioritizes & Role Models Safety

Self-Awareness

Develops Talent

Plans, Aligns, & Directs

Drives Engagement

Decision Quality

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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 they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

109527-7890