Associate Regulatory Specialist, Drinking Water

Laboratorios Médicos Colonia del Valle - Olab

. Manage assigned Public Water System permits and regulatory requirements under the Safe Drinking Water Act .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $57,800 - $86,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Public Water System permits and regulatory compliance under the Safe Drinking Water Act, with a strong focus on monitoring, reporting, and liaising with regulatory agencies. Proficient in coordinating laboratory services and providing compliance guidance to teams while ensuring adherence to drinking water regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Drinking Water Operator LicenseKnowledge Of Safe Drinking Water ActExperience With Waterborne PathogensProficiency With Microsoft Office ApplicationsExperience Coordinating Sampling Programs

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Hard Skills

Permit ManagementRegulatory ComplianceWater Quality Data ReviewSampling CoordinationCompliance ReportingRegulatory MonitoringPermit Application PreparationData AnalysisEnvironmental Science KnowledgePathogen Experience

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsRelationship-Building SkillsAbility To Work Independently

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeDrinking Water Operator License

Industry Keywords

Public Water SystemSafe Drinking Water ActU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyTotal Coliform RuleLead And Copper RuleDisinfectants And Disinfection Byproducts RulesPFAS RequirementsConsumer Confidence ReportMunicipal Drinking Water SystemsRegulatory Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage assigned Public Water System permits and regulatory requirements under the Safe Drinking Water Act
Assist with preparation and submission of permit applications, including construction and operating permits
Support compliance monitoring, regulatory reporting, and submissions to federal and state agencies
Track and maintain compliance records for timely reporting and permit obligations
Liaise with federal and state regulatory agencies regarding inspections, sanitary surveys, audits, compliance reviews, enforcement actions, and corrective actions
Coordinate laboratory services and sampling logistics
Review water quality data and compliance documentation for accuracy and completeness
Provide drinking water compliance guidance and training to sales and field teams
Support Nalco Water participation in regulatory reviews and agency interactions
Monitor regulatory developments and assist with implementing changes to drinking water regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Ability to travel up to 30% as required
Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record, where required
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline, or Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Sciences
Drinking Water Operator License
Professional experience supporting municipal drinking water systems
Knowledge of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Safe Drinking Water Act
Experience with waterborne pathogens, including Legionella bacteria
Experience applying drinking water regulations, including Total Coliform Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rules, PFAS drinking water requirements, and Consumer Confidence Report requirements
Experience coordinating sampling programs, laboratory testing, and compliance reporting
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently in a remote work environment while collaborating with cross-functional teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to help customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
Career growth and innovation opportunities
Inclusive and engaging workplace
Exposure to diverse drinking water systems and regulatory programs
Collaboration with technical experts and regulatory professionals
Mileage reimbursement at the current federal reimbursement rate
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits for associates and their families
Reasonable accommodations during the application process