Director, Water Quality & Environmental Compliance

Position Information

Salary range: $ - $ annually. Eligible for annual incentive pay.

American Water offers a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental, vision, disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs.

Director, Water Quality & Environmental Compliance. Oversee IL. Responsible for full scope of water quality and environmental compliance, including laboratory management, monitoring, permitting, and environmental stewardship under Safe Drinking Water Act & Clean Water Act.

• Develop state water quality and environmental monitoring program that ensures compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.
• Develop Environmental Management Plans and update them as regulations evolve.
• Oversee staff and advise on state operations affecting water quality and environmental compliance; approve reports and coordinate Consumer Confidence Reports.
• Interface with Corporate Environmental Management on reporting and coordination of the environmental function.
• Provide technical assistance to state units on water quality and environmental issues.
• Direct laboratories and monitoring programs; advise on business development and legal/rate making proceedings.
• Develop opportunities to enhance brand through innovative environmental solutions and stewardship programs.
• Develop and manage O&M budget.

• Knowledge of federal and state environmental standards and regulations.
• Strong understanding of water system operations and filtration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective people management and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Leadership presence and ability to collaborate with senior management.

• 5+ years managing people and leading state‑wide projects.
• Experience in utility operations, environmental management of water resources and related technology or process development.
• 15+ years in water distribution systems or water utility operations preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in science, environmental science, engineering or equivalent field.

• Local and occasional regional travel as needed.

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Water or Wastewater Distribution License preferred.

American Water is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.