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American Water · 6 hours ago

Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Program Manager

American Water is seeking a Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Program Manager to oversee environmental management and water quality for assigned facilities. The role involves ensuring compliance with water quality regulations, managing monitoring programs, and investigating water quality complaints.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for organizing advanced functions and activities related to environmental management and water quality for assigned facilities
Responsible for maintaining all applicable lab certifications, accreditations, or approvals to conduct compliance and process quality control work
Implements the day to day collection of water quality samples
Implements programs to ensure compliance with all water quality and environmental regulations
Assists in resolving treatment issues
Manage monitoring and reporting programs to ensure compliance with federal and state water quality and environmental regulations and company standards for assigned facilities
Conduct advanced sampling and/or analysis and special projects
Obtain, prepare, file and maintain all regulatory reports and records
Manage required permits and make any necessary modifications and renewals
Participate in internal and external audits and represent American Water with regulators and customers
Identify potential issues and problems and initiate responsive actions and mitigate environmental violations
Supervise, monitor, and calibrate analyzers/equipment, etc. to ensure established standards of performance and accuracy are maintained
Conduct advanced projects and prepare reports as needed
Investigate and respond to escalated water quality complaints or concerns
Responsible for planning, preparing and controlling the portion of the financial plan relating to responsibilities
ON_CALL responsiblities when needed

Qualification

Environmental regulations knowledgeWater quality analysisLaboratory certificationsMicrosoft Office 365Water treatment principlesIndependent workerDetail-orientedCollaborativeCommunicationOrganizational skills

Required

High School Diploma or GED required
Must have a valid driver license
Minimum Five (5) year's experience in water, wastewater, and laboratory operations preferred
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry or related discipline preferred
Knowledge of federal and state environmental standards and regulations and understanding of current environmental legislation and regulations
Regulatory knowledge of proper lab analytical testing methods
Must understand principles of water and/or wastewater treatment and be able to troubleshoot systems
General knowledge of water distribution systems
Detail-Oriented: Conduct thorough analyses and evaluations and implement timely decisions and recommendations
Independent Worker: Manage time across multiple projects and deadlines
Collaborative: Seek input and coordinate with staff
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills
Technical Proficiency: Good working knowledge of computer programs, databases, and software
Organizational Skills: Demonstrated organizational and administrative abilities
Must be comfortable operating independently and has the confidence to make real-time decisions without constant supervision
Local and regional travel in the field around New Cumberland, PA
Rare overnight travel may be required
This role will be 60% field work and 40% office based
This role will require you to report into our office 5 days a week at 275 Steigerwalt Hollow Rd New Cumberland PA
Responsible for organizing advanced functions and activities related to environmental management and water quality for assigned facilities
Responsible for maintaining all applicable lab certifications, accreditations, or approvals to conduct compliance and process quality control work
Implements the day to day collection of water quality samples
Implements programs to ensure compliance with all water quality and environmental regulations
Assists in resolving treatment issues
Investigates water quality complaints and determines course of action needed
Manage monitoring and reporting programs to ensure compliance with federal and state water quality and environmental regulations and company standards for assigned facilities
Conduct advanced sampling and/or analysis and special projects
Obtain, prepare, file and maintain all regulatory reports and records
Manage required permits and make any necessary modifications and renewals
Participate in internal and external audits and represent American Water with regulators and customers
Identify potential issues and problems and initiate responsive actions and mitigate environmental violations
Supervise, monitor, and calibrate analyzers/equipment, etc. to ensure established standards of performance and accuracy are maintained
Conduct advanced projects and prepare reports as needed
Investigate and respond to escalated water quality complaints or concerns
Responsible for planning, preparing and controlling the portion of the financial plan relating to responsibilities
ON_CALL responsibilities when needed

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry or related discipline preferred
Minimum Five (5) year's experience in water, wastewater, and laboratory operations preferred
Highly proficient in the Microsoft Office 365 Suite; Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Expertise in resolving in-person customer grievances by identifying the root cause and providing creative, timely solutions that align with company policy

Benefits

401(k)
Defined Contribution Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Medical
Prescription
Dental and vision coverage
Disability
Paid time off
Life insurance
Voluntary benefits
Health and wellness programs

Company

American Water

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American Water is a waste water utility company.

H1B Sponsorship

American Water has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (12)
2024 (8)
2023 (14)
2022 (14)
2021 (15)
2020 (20)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$900.57M
Key Investors
Water Research Foundation
2024-02-21Grant· $0.57M
2023-06-27Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2017-11-29Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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John Griffith
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Susan N. Story
President & Chief Executive Officer
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