Water Quality & Environmental Compliance Program Manager

Requisition ID: 109570

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About American Water

American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.

American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense® Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.

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Position Information

$60,050 to $102,030

The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity.

In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k),Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professional

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Primary Role

Responsible for organizing and performing essential functions and activities to ensure that our drinking water systems comply with Illinois EPA monitoring and reporting requirements. Primary focus is on drinking water quality standards, monitoring, sampling, reporting, and preparing clear, accurate compliance summaries for management and other departments.

Key Accountabilities

- Manage monitoring and reporting programs to ensure compliance with federal and state drinking water regulations.

- Prepare, review, maintain, and update drinking water monitoring schedules.

- Ensure compliance samples are collected within required timeframes.

- Track compliance with regulatory limits and permit‑specific requirements.

- Prepare compliance reports and summaries for internal use, regulatory submission, and management review.

- Ensure accuracy and completeness of results reporting.

- Serve as a liaison between IL Water Quality Compliance staff and the laboratories analyzing drinking water samples.

- Communicate compliance status, emerging issues, and operational needs effectively with the manager and regional supervisors.

- Assist with wastewater compliance tasks as needed.

Knowledge/Skills

- Knowledge of federal and state drinking water regulations, drinking water treatment processes, and analytical testing principles is preferred.

- Strong computer skills, especially Microsoft Office.

- Excellent attention to detail.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Experience/Education

- Experience in drinking water, wastewater, and/or laboratory operations preferred

- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or related field preferred

- Strong Microsoft Excel skills preferred

- High school diploma or GED required

- 3-5 years of experience in water, wastewater, or laboratory operations preferred

Travel Requirements

- Local and regional travel. Rare overnight travel may be required.

Certifications and Licenses

- Valid Driver’s License.

- IL Drinking Water Operator License preferred.

Work Environment

- Office environment with occasional outdoor work and visits to treatment plants or system facilities.

Competencies

Champions safety

Customer obsessed

Cultivates innovation

Nimble learning

Drives Results

Collaborates

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