Description
Utah Transit Authority
Description
Full-Time Environmental Compliance Administrator
JOB SUMMARY
Plans and coordinates environmental compliance activities and duties associated with UTA's obligations under legal and other requirements or commitments to which the organization subscribes (e.g. RCRA, CERCLA, CAA, CWA, local and state regulations). Researches and recommends corporate environmental policies and operating procedures. Develops and evaluates programs designed to reduce environmental impacts of discharges and wastes generated from maintenance facilities and promotes recycling activities. Collaborates with environmental consulting firms to manage certificates of compliance, environmental covenants, property acquisitions, required environmental permits and other records of decision (e.g. industrial waste water discharge permits, storm water permits, underground storage tanks, superfund sites, due-diligence documents). Oversees or develops programs and projects to achieve and maintain compliance with federal, state and local requirements and interprets federal and state environmental regulations. Functions as a company contact to regulatory agencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Chemistry, Physical Sciences or related field.
EXPERIENCE
Five years previous related work experience with demonstrated progressive competency in Environmental Management, Resource Conservation Recovery Act and Comprehensive Emergency Response and Compensation Liability Act related issues and federal, state and local environmental regulatory compliance issues.
Must have current knowledge of federal, state and local environmental laws, requirements, regulations and Acts.
Demonstrated ability to play a lead role in coordinating environmental projects or environmental documents.
State of Utah Certified Groundwater and Soil Sampler, OSHA 40 Hour Hazardous Materials Training and experience with SW-846 methodologies, EPA 600 Series Methodologies and DEQ UST regulations are preferred.
Familiarity and experience with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements is a plus.
A valid Utah Driver License is required. Must have a good driving record with no more than 4 moving violations in a 3 year period. Cannot have more than 1 violation of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years.
- OR -
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education experience.]
As a full-time Administrative Employee, your Total Rewards Benefits Package will include:
- Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts. Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage. HSA with company match available to employees enrolled in the HDHP. Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage).
- Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.
- 22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which increases with tenure at UTA.
- 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.
- Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
- Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to enrollment.
- Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
- Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).
- Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children.
- Employee assistance program includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
- UTA Well a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
- Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness and EoS Fitness.
- Discounted cell phone plans with T-Mobile and AT&T.
- Pet insurance plan options (tailored plan coverage based on pet's health and needs).
For more information on UTA's Total Rewards benefits package, please visit: https://jobs.jobvite.com/rideuta/#benefits
Pay Range: $71,800.00 or more depending on experience
If interested, apply before: 02/06/2026
Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two work days' notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.
Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.
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