Regulated Waste Program Coordinator

Regulated Waste Program Coordinator

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Health & Safety, Chemistry, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Must obtain and maintain a class B CDL license within 6 months or hiring.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical including medical clearance to wear a respirator.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with RCRA, DOT, EPA, OSHA, and other applicable regulations related to hazardous, universal, and non-hazardous waste management.
• Maintain records of waste shipments, manifests, and disposal documentation. Prepare reports for regulatory agencies as required.
• Perform or coordinate all necessary functions associated with hazardous waste management including transportation, storage, treatment, training, regulatory reporting and documentation.
• Conduct periodic waste audits, inspections, and compliance assessments. Address deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in regulatory inspections and coordinate follow-up as needed.
• Oversee waste accumulation, storage, labeling, transportation, and disposal activities while ensuring accurate recordkeeping.
• Picks up and transports hazardous chemical and infectious wastes from generation sites to EHS processing facilities for disposal or redistribution.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and emergency response protocols for hazardous material disposal.
• Participate as a member of the EHS Emergency Response team and provide support during hazardous material emergencies.
• Perform and coordinate services related to waste characterization, analytical testing, recordkeeping, and other activities necessary for compliance with regulatory requirements and professional standards.
• Train employees in waste management procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols.
• Manage relationships with waste disposal vendors to ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements. Schedule and coordinate waste processing, shipment and disposal.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives for the Regulated Waste Program.
• Communicate regulatory requirements clearly through written and oral formats to campus stakeholders.
• Provide consultation to waste generators for non-routine waste streams or unique circumstances. Develop training programs, SOPs and schedules for staff and contract employees.
• Assist the Environmental Compliance Manager in liaising with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Foster a strong customer service approach aligned with departmental strategic goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience in waste management, environmental compliance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of governmental and institutional occupational safety regulations.
• Understanding of occupational health, environmental protection, and industrial hygiene requirements.
• Certifications such as CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager) or RCRA/DOT Hazardous Waste Training.
• Experience with electronic waste tracking systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Knowledge of RCRA, DOT, EPA, and state environmental regulations.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.