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Top Environmental Affairs Executive
Job
Description:
This is the most senior environmental affairs, health and
safety position in the organization with direct line responsibility.
Accountable for developing and directing a responsible company-wide
policy with respect to preserving the environment and protecting
the health and safety of employees and the public. Responsible
for balancing the financial goals of the enterprise with the
external regulations. Directs the development of internal
policies, procedures and practices dealing with health, safety
and the environment based on the best available scientific
evidence and judgment. Establishes programs to preserve the
quality of life by correcting and improving various areas
of environmental concerns. Insures compliance with all standards
promulgated by all Federal, State and local agencies through
developing and implementing on-site inspection and monitoring
programs at all facilities. Establishes preventative medicine
programs to identify and reduce risk from potential hazards
in the work-place. Conducts independent research on the organization's
environmental problems to establish a basis for program changes
and improvement. Keeps abreast of pending regulatory development
through reference sources. Obtains insights on legislative
agendas at both the Federal and State levels. Develops a consensus
position within an organization climate of diverse operational
activities and often conflicting regulations proposed by agencies
with regulatory jurisdiction.
Qualification Guidelines:
Ph.D. in Environmental Science/Engineering or related fields
and more than 15 years experience; or M.D. and more than 10
years specializing in Occupational Health; or M.S. and more
than 20 years experience; or B.S. and more than 25 years experience.
Experience should include a minimum of 8 years of management
responsibility. Certification preferred.
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