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Environmental Compliance Administrator

Job in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84193, USA
Listing for: UTAH TRANSIT AUTHORITY (UTA)
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-02
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Environmental Compliance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 71800 - 90000 USD Yearly USD 71800.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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.]
Benefits (Total Rewards)
  • 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).
  • On‑site 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).

Pay Range: $71,800.00 or more depending on experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

UTA is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer. Everyone is welcome and included here.

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