Regional Manager, Environmental Compliance

Environmental Compliance Manager

Implement / ensure company compliance with federal, state and local environmental laws / regulations. Resolve compliance issues in a cost-effective manner to minimize operational, legal and fiscal impact. Develop / implement emergency planning protocols for hazardous material accidents, spills and releases. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

Lead, develop, implement and monitor compliance programs / policies

Maintain working knowledge of federal, state and local regulations; build / maintain positive working relationships with regulatory agencies

Maintain up-to-date / organized compliance records; ensure timely preparation / submittal of required reports

Supervise environmental personnel managing the hazardous waste program for all NW locations

Maintain an active awareness of new industry technologies

Manage division compliance with SARA / EPCRA requirements; partner with internal departments affected by environmental issues to ensure compliance

Develop / ensure store locations receive training on relevant environmental topics

Conduct systematic compliance program audits

Coordinate daily activities of staff, consultants and contractors

Respond to agency inspections and alleged compliance violations; assist with investigations / remediation

Evaluate current / new machinery, equipment, processes, procedures and materials to determine environmental impact

Oversee development, implementation and maintenance of store / facility business plans, emergency plans and Risk Management plans (RMP) that address prevention / mitigation of hazardous material accidents, spills and releases

Maintain environmental management information systems (EMIS)

Draft permit document plans to ensure permits are obtained when needed and conditions are met / reported when required

Report compliance efforts to company leadership; identify continuous improvement opportunities

Travel to evaluate compliance with environmental laws / regulations and to assist with investigations / remediation

Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment

Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner

Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information

Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues

Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and / or older adults

Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum - Bachelor's Degree environmental science, engineering or related area- 5+ years air permitting experience- 8+ years environmental compliance experience- Understanding of OR, WA, AK, ID environmental agencies and evolving landscape- Advanced Microsoft Office skills- Strong project management skills- Ability to collaborate and achieve objectives through others- Ability to direct peers, supervisors, hourly associates and contractors in projects to obtain / maintain environmental compliance- Strong interpersonal and written / oral communication skills- Strong administrative / leadership skills- Strong initiative to accomplish tasks with minimal supervision- Demonstrated success implementing hazardous materials and waste regulatory requirements- Ability to comprehend complex regulations, interpret requirements and translate requirements into operational standards- Experience meeting with regulatory agencies / inspectors

Desired - Master's Degree - Prior environmental management or consulting experience

Job Identification : 164059

Job Category : Legal

Locations : 1014 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, US (On-site)

Apply Before : 12 / 09 / 2025, 03 : 09 PM

Job Schedule : Full time

Line of Business : Corporate

Banner Name : Kroger

Education Level : Bachelor's degree

Hourly or Salaried : Salaried