Weyerhaeuser is searching for an Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Manager to support the Mississippi/Alabama and Mississippi/Louisiana Regions within our Southern Timberlands Business. It is a full-time, exempt position with a strong preference to be based out of our Meridian, MS or Hattiesburg, MS Timberlands office. Consideration will be given to other area offices in for internal candidates.

As the EMS Manager, you will be responsible for the alignment and implementation of environmental support functions across the regional footprints of Mississippi/Alabama and Mississippi/Louisiana Regions, which encompasses approximately 2 million acres. You will also lead the rollout and implementation of SFI and BMP programs and other compliance initiatives for the region. As one of 5 EMS Managers, you will support operations at the region or multi-region level across Weyerhaeuser’s ownership in Southern Timberlands. The EMS team works closely with other environmental functions providing support on emerging environmental issues, wildlife research and conservation agreements.

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Key Functions

• Provide environmental support and oversight on regulatory and compliance standards for forest management operations
• Lead Weyerhaeuser SFI external audits
• Represent the organization on key state environmental committees
• Provide leadership in the interpretation and implementation of the SFI Standard and Weyerhaeuser’s Environmental Management Plan (EMP)
• Provide expertise in state BMP compliance and implementation
• Investigate environmental incidents and lead the region’s efforts to manage operational/environmental risk
• Build and develop collaborative relationships with internal teams and external partners to achieve results

• Demonstrate a commitment to Weyerhaeuser’s vision and core values that include safety, integrity, citizenship, sustainability and inclusion

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Forestry, Biology, Hydrology or related field

• At least 5 years of associated job experience
• Forestry-related working familiarity of Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, Forestry Best Management Practices and forest certification programs
• Experience in creating and executing large-scale environmental compliance programs that support and direct operations
• Proven ability to lead a team and achieve high level performance on audits, inspections or appraisals (e.g., SFI audits)
• Ability to work and network within key environmental committees and groups
• Willing to travel frequently (20–30%) and work remotely across a multistate region
• Commitment to be an environmental and safety champion
• Ability to inspire and lead a diverse team of people across multiple business functions to achieve and exceed environmental expectations
• Excellent communication skills, technical writing skills, and the ability to build strong working relationships
• Adequate computer skills, including Microsoft Office and ArcMap

What We Offer

Compensation:This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $86,742 - $130,250 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 7% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.

Retirement:Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation:We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours

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About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

*We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. *

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About Timberlands

We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits.

For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better.

/Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five corevaluesand we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team./

Job: *Operations, Manufacturing, & Construction

Title: Regional Environmental Management Systems Manager

Location: MS-Meridian

Requisition ID: 01021954

Other Locations: USA-MS-Hattiesburg