Essential Functions: This position is responsible for permitting and compliance management of regulated air, water, and land regulations at Wayne State University. Oversight of these programs includes planning, development, monitoring, revision, and implementation of the university's compliance programs in response to changes in the law. The compliance officer promotes a safe and healthy work environment in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and standards. Reports to the Director of the Office of Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS). Establishment, review, and oversight of procedures necessary to ensure on-going compliance with university permits (inc. above ground storage tanks, underground storage tanks etc.). Submit applications to obtain permits. Minimize costs and ensure continued compliance with environmental regulations related to onsite activities involving the release of hazardous materials to the environment (via air, water, land), and, for example, clean-up of contaminated construction sites or obtaining permits from local, state, or federal groups permitting specific activities related to release of hazardous materials. Represent the university's interest to various organizations such as EGLE - Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy ( Annual), OSHA - MIOSHA ( as needed), DOT - Annual (on-going), EPA ( as needed) by taking or recommending actions, implementing university policies, and local, state, and federal regulations in relation to activities, issues and incidents that may occur at the University.Develop safety programs and compliance training for the WSU community (Inc. safety training for Facilities, Planning, and Maintenance (FP&M) and Department of Transportation (DOT) training, as needed.Provide leadership and strategic direction on OEHS environmental compliance programs including industrial hygiene, food safety, pool safety, and water safetyProvide leadership and direction to staff. Oversee activities, assign duties, provide training, evaluate duties. Manage the administrative process for assigned staff, including hiring and disciplinary procedures. Develop employee training materials for training employees. Administer collective bargaining agreement daily by effectively resolving employee complaints/concerns.Direct program for shipment of dangerous goods (International Air Transport Association (IATA)) and hazardous materials (DOT).Development, revision, and implementation of the university's Emergency Contingency Plan.OEHS oversight of plan reviews related to new construction and building renovation. Participate in the emergency response program for chemical spills and incidents. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or related education, required.Seven (7+) years of experience as an established subject matter expert.Three years professional experience managing both new and ongoing environmental compliance programs in a college or university setting.Professional experience with environmental compliance functions including emission/discharge permits, compliance assessment, and environmental sampling and analysis.Extensive experience working with federal, state, and/or local regulators.Experience and knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) laboratory test methods.Experience leading or facilitating teams.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Extensive knowledge and training in the areas of EPA, DOT, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.Ability to obtain 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER).