ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER

Location: Ottumwa. Salary class: Exempt.

Responsibilities

• Manage Environmental Department.
• Oversee performance of tests as required for process efficiency.
• Analyze data and communicate with the plant on usage and quality of water sent for treatment to improve yields and reduce water treatment costs.
• Train personnel in best practices for compliance.
• Maintain accurate recordkeeping and ensure documents are up to date.
• Communicate effectively with regulators on permitting, expansion, and non‑compliances.
• Ensure facility is maintained according to permitting requirements.
• Maintain all permitting and obtain new permits for the facility.
• Provide training for facility on environmental aspects.
• Manage repair & maintenance, operating, and labor budgets.
• Complete all regulatory reports.
• Participate in emergency and chemical release reporting and response program.
• Manage SPCC and SWPPP for the facility.
• Conduct routine audits.
• Conduct EMS meetings bi‑weekly.
• Present information in multiple meetings and interact with EPA, DNR, and city agencies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of related experience (work experience may be accepted on a year‑for‑year basis in lieu of education).
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a similar field preferred.
• Proven management skills.
• Grade 1 waste water certification, or ability to obtain a state‑certified license within 18 months of employment.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, wastewater treatment, and permitting programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to handle confidential materials.
• Good attendance record (less than 3 points for internal candidates).
• Position is not eligible for sponsorship of external candidates.

Benefits

• Full range of health care benefits.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.