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Regional Environmental Affairs Director

Reworld Waste, LLC, Chicago, IL, United States


**The Role** Reporting to the Midwest President, the Regional Environmental Affairs Director is a brand-new role with the opportunity to lead Strategically establish community partners within the Midwest region to create mutually beneficial relationships, a positive brand image, and engagement from our teams. Grow our site environmental leaders to own the local work with their own community partners.We are looking for a passionate leader who wants the opportunity to take on a role that will have a significant impact on sustainability! Through their work they have the unique platform to both grow the business, educate our workforce, and build meaningful partnerships with the community. The successful candidate must have 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in diverse environmental areas including compliance, permitting, stack tests, sustainability, climate change, etc., and be located in the Chicago area (or willing to relocate). Experience developing and/or negotiating permit applications and with a focus on Title V air operating permits and solid waste facility permits.

Experience with corporate strategy development and implementation Executive level experience with Profit and Loss management Experience in interpreting and analyzing State and Federal regulations, specifically with those impacting the waste to energy industry.Detailed knowledge of environmental regulatory programs (e.g. RCRA, Clean Air Act, etc.).

Experience in a Lean / Continuous Improvement environment Successful experience interacting with Federal, State and local regulators, legislators, permitting agencies and other community organizations. Required Qualifications:

10+ years’ related experience Ability to travel ~35%In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.Additional details are available at .For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.Reworld(TM), formerly known as Covanta, is a leader in sustainable waste solutions and is dedicated to transforming waste into valuable resources through innovative technologies. With a comprehensive portfolio of solutions designed to address the most complex challenges of waste management, Reworld(TM) is committed to achieving carbon-negative outcomes and supporting partners on their sustainability journey.**Others see waste. We see potential.**Led by the promise of what’s possible, we partner with businesses and communities to reimagine what waste can do. Together, we transform refuse into a resource, steadfast in our determination to go beyond net zero, for the good of our people, our communities, and the planet we all depend on.**Rooted in communities, with support across North America**Our expansive geographical footprint gives us the large-scale resources to effectively support both our customers and the communities in which we live and work.**Working together to find the beginning at every endpoint**Ours is a diverse group, with a wide range of skills and expertise. We are passionate about our mission to do more and to do better through innovative value creation. No matter where we come from, we’re here to put our efforts toward building a smarter, more sustainable world.**Dedicated to redefining what’s possible with waste**When you work with us, you’ll find a hard-working team of collaborators united by our passion for protecting people, the planet, and the promise of a more sustainable future.For more information: Visit #J-18808-Ljbffr