Circle K · 1 day ago
Environmental Acquisition Specialist
Tempe, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expCircle K is a leading convenience store operator, and they are seeking an Environmental Acquisition Specialist to lead the environmental due diligence and integration of newly acquired sites. This role ensures compliance with environmental standards and coordinates closely with various departments to manage risks and stabilize operations post-acquisition.
Food and BeverageRetailShopping
Hiring Manager
Whitney Lin, MBA
Responsibilities
Review UST system data, historical testing, environmental documentation, and site compliance history to identify risks, liabilities, and potential capital exposure for prospective acquisitions
Lead environmental onboarding for all acquired sites, including ATG connectivity, alarm configuration, and system verification to ensure immediate visibility and monitoring
Schedule and oversee initial tank, line, and containment testing within the first 30 days post-close to establish baseline compliance and identify early remediation needs
Monitor environmental alarms, service tickets, and vendor activity daily during the first 90 days to resolve issues quickly and minimize operational impact
Ensure acquired sites meet all federal, state, and local environmental requirements; assist with permitting updates, documentation reviews, and corrective action planning as needed
Partner with Real Estate, Operations, Facilities, Environmental Compliance, and Finance to align onboarding activities with business priorities and integration timelines
Detect high-risk conditions early, escalate concerns, and develop mitigation strategies to prevent regulatory violations or operational disruptions
Maintain thorough records of due diligence reviews, onboarding steps, testing results, and alarm history to support compliance audits and long-term system visibility
Provide weekly onboarding and stabilization updates to leadership and Business Units; track KPIs related to TITAN setup, alarm levels, testing completion, and Day 90 handoff readiness
Adhere to standardized environmental onboarding workflows and contribute improvements that enhance speed, cost control, and compliance outcomes
Complete Day 90 handoff packages that summarize site condition, testing results, alarm history, outstanding issues, and long-term compliance requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Environmental Management, or related field
3+ years of experience in environmental compliance, UST operations, environmental due diligence, or related fuel-system technical work
Strong understanding of UST systems, ATGs, containment components, testing protocols, and environmental regulatory requirements
Ability to interpret testing logs, compliance records, permits, violations, and historical environmental documentation
Demonstrated ability to manage testing vendors, environmental service providers, and multi-stakeholder workflows
Familiarity with U.S. federal, state, and local UST regulations, permitting requirements, and environmental recordkeeping standards
Strong ability to assess risk, analyze system data, and identify environmental deficiencies or operational gaps
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical details into clear, actionable information
Effective at working across Real Estate, Operations, Facilities, Environmental Compliance, and Finance to support rapid integration
Able to manage multiple acquisitions simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and attention to detail
Willingness to travel up to 25% for site assessments, vendor oversight, and integration support
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities, tight deadlines, and evolving business needs
Preferred
Experience with TITAN Cloud, ATG connectivity, alarm monitoring systems, or similar compliance platforms
Company
Circle K
Our mission at Circle K is to make our customers' lives a little easier every day.
10001+ employees
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