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Posted: 13-May-26
Location: Syracuse, New York
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 7153564
Associate Director of Environmental Management
Job #: 042790
Location Syracuse, NY
Pay Range: $99,000 - $100,000
Hours:
Standard University business hours
8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)
8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
The Associate Director of Environmental Management is a senior member of the Environmental Health and Safety Services (EHSS) leadership team, reporting directly to the Associate Vice President for Environmental and Emergency Risk Services. This position provides strategic and operational leadership for the Universitys environmental management programs, including environmental compliance and permitting and regulated waste management. The Associate Director oversees program development, implementation, and continuous improvement across these areas to ensure the University meets its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations. This position directly supervises professional and technical staff and serves as primary institutional contact for environmental regulatory agencies, and environmental consultants and service providers. The Associate Director works collaboratively with EHSS leadership peers and University stakeholders across academic, research, facilities, construction and administrative units.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in EHS, chemistry, environmental sciences or engineering, or other relevant physical science discipline required; masters degree preferred.
- Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in environmental management, environmental compliance, or regulated waste management, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or program leadership role.
- HAZWOPER 24 or 40-hour certification required or commitment to obtain within 6 months of hire.
- Successful candidate is expected to establish their principal residence in the Central New York area within approximately 30-minute driving distance from Syracuse University.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations and regulated waste requirements including RCRA, DOT, US EPA, and NYS DEC requirements.
- Experience with Title V air permitting and NYS DEC regulatory submissions preferred; CHMM or other relevant professional certification preferred.
- Demonstrated understanding of the broad range of environmental compliance matters at a large research institution.
- Supervisory or team leadership experience required.
- Excellent written, verbal and analytical skills and strong attention to detail and organizational and time management abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse campus population and to work autonomously in a highly matrixed, decentralized and complex work environment.
- Willingness to work collaboratively in support of all areas of the EHSS Department.
- Strong data management skills with ability to maintain accurate compliance records and interpret analytical data.
- Valid NYS Drivers license with a driving record that meets University requirements required; position requires periodic field work in support of regulated waste and incident response operations.
- Medically fit and able to wear respiratory protection.
Responsibilities:
- Directs and monitors University compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws, rules, and regulations and ensures related internal policies, procedures, and best management practices are current and effectively implemented.
- Leads and manages the Universitys environmental compliance programs including air emissions and permitting, bulk storage, wastewater discharges, asbestos, PCBs, Legionella, pesticides, and environmental remediation and site assessments.
- Ensures accurate, detailed, and readily retrievable records are maintained to document and demonstrate compliance across multiple environmental regulatory programs administered by EHSS.
- Prepares or oversees the preparation of environmental compliance reports, notifications, permit and license applications, and other written correspondence for submittal to regulatory agencies.
- Serves as the Universitys primary liaison with environmental regulatory agencies, outside environmental consultants, and legal counsel; manages associated contracts, scopes of work, and deliverables.
- Leads the Universitys regulated waste management programs, ensuring compliance with RCRA, DOT, NYS DEC, EPA, and other applicable federal and state requirements.
- Oversees the Universitys regulated waste operations including waste collection, characterization, packaging, storage, and disposal; ensures waste is accurately tracked, safely stored, and properly prepared for off-site disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Reviews and approves required regulatory reports, manifests, invoices, and sampling reports; ensures cradle-to-grave recordkeeping requirements are met across all University-generated regulated waste streams.
- Manages relationships with licensed waste disposal contractors and Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities (TSDFs); oversees contractor performance.
- Provides executive direction, operational oversight, and strategic planning for the Universitys environmental programs, establishing clear program goals, performance metrics, and continuous improvement frameworks.
- Serves as the primary environmental management liaison to the AVP of EERS and senior University leadership, providing regular program status updates, risk reporting, and resource advocacy.
- Leads, mentors, and evaluates assigned staff; manages hiring, performance, and professional development.
- Meets regularly with direct reports to discuss work progress, accomplishments, challenges, and solutions; sets team priorities and goals aligned with EHSS departmental objectives.
- Represents EERS in University governance bodies, planning meetings, and cross-functional working groups, providing environmental compliance input and expertise.
- Works collaboratively with campus partners to advance a coordinated and comprehensive approach to environmental management across the University.
- Provides oversight and participates in EHSS response to environmental incidents, hazardous material spills, and regulated waste emergencies including 24-hour emergency response or notification.
- Coordinates with regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders as required.
- Leads and participates in emergency planning and exercises related to hazardous materials.
- Other duties as assigned.
About Syracuse University:
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the Universitys 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the Universitys 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area:
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
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To apply, visit https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/113008
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The Universitys contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
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About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a place where talent, desire, and opportunity thrive. In 12 different schools and colleges that span the liberal arts and professional disciplines, students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds come together to learn, create, and break boundaries.
The University is also a vital part of the community, providing services as well as being a leader in employee benefits, work-life and organizational development, training, student employment, staff relations, and workforce diversity.
Syracuse itself is located at the crossroads of New York State, and offers a lush landscape of seasons. From fun-filled summers in the Finger Lakes to snowy winters that thrill outdoor sports enthusiasts, the area truly has something for everyone.
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