Senior Site Environmental Manager, Environmental Assurance & Protection Field Operations

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When we hire you at Amazon, we hire for the future. You would be joining a team of environmental professionals focused on making a difference. With unlimited career opportunities, Amazon invests in ensuring our teams are always challenged, constantly learning from each other, and creatively contributing to our next big idea.

The Site Environmental Manager (SEM) will be responsible for environmental compliance at the OAK4 Amazon Robotics Fulfillment Center in Tracy, CA. The SEM will develop standards and policies to support regulatory compliance and provide environmental compliance guidance for operations and construction teams. The individual will complete environmental performance analysis, establish and monitor metrics, and guide the teams in implementation of Amazon environmental standards. The SEM will work with internal and external partners that include government entities, contractors, consultants, design, construction, operations and other key stakeholders.

The SEM will use communication skills, environmental regulatory knowledge, particularly with respect to CA regulations, demonstrated success in program management, and experience leading teams in complex and technical projects. This is a hands-on position that includes time spent in the yard and on the floor of a busy fulfillment center conducting inspections and audits; taking samples; providing guidance to other employees; ensuring proper waste classification; and dealing with multiple departments and all levels of employees throughout the operation.

Key job responsibilities

Manage and oversee local, state, and federal environmental regulations and Amazon policy.

Develop strategic programs by integrating with engineering, construction, and operations. Drive an environmentally responsible culture within the organization.

Function as a leader regarding regulatory agency interactions, permit evaluation and processing, and new process and technology introduction.

Be primary point of contact for environmental regulatory agencies.

Ensure work performed by contractors, consultants, and employees is completed in accordance with regulatory requirements and Amazon standards.

Develop environmental metrics to monitor and forecast performance.

Conduct thorough and accurate environmental inspections and audits for continuous improvement.

Prioritize and manage multiple technically complex assignments concurrently.

Represent Amazon at appropriate levels with governmental agencies and throughout the company.

Build collaborative relationships with various stakeholders to ensure risks are identified early and managed appropriately.

Compile and submit time critical reports to various governmental agencies.

Complete thorough and accurate environmental incident investigations and associated regulatory reports and develop appropriate corrective actions.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

5+ years of experience serving as an environmental technical resource, program specialist, or program manager.

Experience with regulatory assessments, air permit evaluations and applications, NPDES and POTW requirements, and waste management

Experience with local, state, and federal environmental regulations

Experience implementing environmental systems

Preferred Qualifications

Master/Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, chemical or environmental engineering or related field of study

Excellent organizational and project management skills

Excellent interpersonal skills: excellent communication skills, strong relationship builder, solid influencing and negotiation skills, and the ability to coach at multiple levels

Proficient with MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems

Experience leading change in multiple site environments and the ability to influence those that are not direct reports or within your organization

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interfacing with Directors

Experience in a fast paced, changing/growing organization

Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability

Meets/exceeds Amazon?s leadership principles requirements for this role

Meets/exceeds Amazon?s functional/technical depth and complexity for this role

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company?s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $107,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $177,900/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information,

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