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Environmental Manager

Par Pacific ,

Tacoma, WA

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Acquisition Integration, Alternative Fuels, Budget Management, CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act), Communication Skills, Corporate Finance, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Ecology, Employee Retention, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Impact, Environmental Management, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Sciences, Environmental Work, Equity Securities, Federal Laws and Regulations, Incentive Programs, Industry Standards, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Mergers and Acquisitions, Natural Gas, Oil and Gas, Oil and Gas Refining, Organizational Skills, Policy Implementation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Development, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Retail, Retail Operations, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC), Staff Development, State Laws and Regulations, Sustainability, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Trading/Stockbroking, Training Program, United States Coast Guard (USCG), Writing Skills
LOCATION
Tacoma, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
The Opportunity

Environmental Managerat a growth-oriented energy company.
Responsibilities involve reporting to stakeholders and management on current and future compliance initiatives and incentives.
Significant exposure to Par Pacific Senior Leadership while providing functional expertise critical to our commitment to operational excellence and environmental compliance and sustainability across our site.
Reporting to the Vice President & Refining Manager, you will be providing exemplary customer service to our clients and regulatory agencies.

Key activities include:

Leadership and Staff Development:

Proven leader with a strong record in staff development and retention. Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and motivate a team.
Experience in supervising staff and coordinating cross-functional teams.
Ability to foster trust and build collaborative relationships across different Par Pacific business units and refineries.

Environmental and Regulatory Expertise:

Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, including EPA Fuels programs, NPDES (wastewater and stormwater) compliance, Title V air compliance, RMP, TRI, EI, GHG reporting (CCA, LCFS), and SPCC, Facility oil spill response/prevention and Ecology Drill Compliance Demonstration.
Skilled in managing and maintaining environmental permits and understanding complex regulatory requirements specific to the refinery's location.
Trade association engagement (e.g., AFPM, WSPA) and an active network with regulatory agencies, with the ability to influence and advocate for industry-relevant policies.

Compliance Program Development and Implementation:

Proven record of implementing and managing effective compliance programs, ensuring timely updates on regulatory changes, and meeting critical deadlines.
Skilled in developing and implementing internal compliance policies, training programs, and awareness initiatives to increase workforce compliance.
Expertise in conducting thorough investigations to assess and mitigate environmental risks, demonstrating strategic and innovative problem-solving skills.

Communication and Stakeholder Relations:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to internal teams and external regulatory bodies.
Personable, professional, and calm, particularly when handling high-stakes or tense situations.
Strong capability to develop and maintain positive relationships with agency stakeholders and regulatory contacts, contributing to an environment of transparency and collaboration.

Project and Risk Management:

Strong project management skills, including budgeting, milestone tracking, and ongoing program development.
Ability to assess environmental risks, conduct necessary investigations, and implement corrective actions swiftly.
Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to track multiple regulatory, permitting, and compliance requirements accurately.

Technical and Industry-Specific Knowledge:

In-depth knowledge of petroleum refining processes and a solid understanding of the refinery's unique history and operational culture.
Experience in additional environmental programs such as TSCA, site remediation (MTCA), CERCLA, SARA, SEPA, permitting for DOT (truck, rail, and pipeline), USTs, and USCG requirements.
Familiarity with site-specific regulatory demands (e.g., PSCAA, City of Tacoma).

Problem Solving and Adaptability:

Adaptable and innovative, with a proactive approach to solving challenges and improving existing programs.
Can-do attitude with a willingness to take on new tasks and responsibilities as environmental and operational needs evolve.
Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate a rapidly changing regulatory landscape while upholding compliance and industry standards.

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position. Additional responsibilities and opportunities may be identified based on current business needs.

Qualifications

To meet the basic qualifications for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. To comply with the regulations at this work location, successful applicants must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). Please review eligibility criteria athttps://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.

Additional qualifications include:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering, or equivalent preferred.
10+ years of experience in environmental with a focus on compliance and regulatory programs strongly desired.
5+ years of refining experience preferred.
Proven management experience with demonstrated skills in training, mentoring, and team development preferred.

About Us

At Par Pacific, we own and operate market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically complex markets. We have built a team of oil and gas industry veterans and subject matter experts to lead our organization with an entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative, problem solving approach. We bring our diverse strengths and motivation to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, growing organization, we actively pursue new opportunities with corporate financing know-how, respond to local market demands, and adapt to changing external environments.

More Good Reasons to Work for Par Pacific

Unique Culture

There is nothing ordinary about Par Pacific -- a niche player in the energy space. Andthere'scertainly nothing ordinary about Par Pacific employees. We are driven, hardworking, entrepreneurial-minded professionals who love to win. If that describes you,you'llfit right in.

Location, Location, Location

Because Par Pacificoperates insome of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. The refinery where you'll work is in the Port of Tacoma, Washington nestled against Commencement Bay and the South Puget Sound with sweeping views of Mt. Rainier.

Opportunistic Growth Strategy

At Par Pacific, we look for operations with strong fundamentals and great employees who can move a business forward. Our management team has deep experience in the energy industry, as well as in leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations of newly acquired companies.

Focused on the Future

We are an energy company that has recognized the imperative and embraced the opportunity to begin the transition from fossil fuels. We are developing products that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Excellent Compensation and Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, a robust allotment of paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, retirement savings plans, educational reimbursement, and more.Full-time employees (and their families) are offered medical (with prescription coverage), dental, vision, voluntary critical illness, accident, life/AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program. Employees can purchase company stock at discounted prices through the Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Hiring Range:
The hiring range for this position is $155,733 - $233,599 plus non-discretionary bonus. The candidate selected for this position will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications.

Our Headquarters

Par Pacific Holdings, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, owns,managesand maintains interests in energy and infrastructure businesses. We are a growing energy company focused on renewable and conventional fuels in the Western United States. Par Pacific also owns 46% of Laramie Energy, LLC, a natural gas production company with operations and assets concentrated in Western Colorado.Our common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the trading symbol "PARR".

Our Refineries and Logistics Operations

We own and operate refineries in Hawaii,Montana, Washington,and Wyoming, with total operating throughput capacity of over 219Mbpd. Par Pacific owns and operates one of the largest energy networks in Hawaii with 94,000 bpd of operating refining capacity, a logistics system supplying the major islands of the state and 90 retail locations. In the Pacific Northwest and the Rockies, Par Pacific owns and operates 124,000 bpd of combined refining capacity and related multimodal logistics systems.

Our Retail Operations

We own and operate over 90 retail locations in Hawaii under the Hele and 76 brands and over 30 retail locations in Washington and Idaho under the nomnom brand.

Par Pacific Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status,genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.

Note: Par Pacific will not accept calls or unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. All candidates are required to apply through this web posting.

Par Pacific is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department at eeftink@engage2excel.com. You are protected by :http://jobinfo.com/file.php?id=56a7c6df400b0

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