Director – EPR Compliance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Offer regulatory and technical expertise regarding the creation and execution of extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs.

• Ensure adherence to statutory and regulatory obligations.

• Formulate policies and proposals while preparing guidance for producers.

• Maintain definitions for reporting categories related to covered materials in accordance with CAA’s approved program plan across each state where it serves as the approved PRO.

• Supervise the development and upkeep of reporting and fee categories across various states.

• Provide technical assistance to Producer Services, Data and Analytics, and Materials Management teams.

• Lead efforts in regulatory analysis and support initiatives aimed at national harmonization.

• Create and sustain material reporting categories, definitions, examples, and reporting guidance across states.

• Ensure state-specific reporting categories are consistent with the national reporting framework.

• Assist in developing reporting categories for new states where CAA becomes the approved PRO.

• Create guidance materials and interpretive memorandums for producers.

• Establish and document case histories for material definitions, tracking modifications in interpretive guidance.

• Conduct regulatory analyses concerning covered materials, product exemptions, exclusions, and alternative compliance pathways.

• Develop tools for reviewing producer compliance and assess risks related to product exemptions and compliance.

• Perform reviews of producer reporting to guarantee accuracy in submissions.

• Identify trends of under- or over-reporting in producer submissions.

• Suggest best practices for managing end-of-life materials and designing for recycling.

• Engage in industry forums and regulatory discussions.

• Collaborate with Producer Services, Materials Services, and Data and Analytics on reporting, material definitions, compositional analysis, fee-setting, and eco-modulation criteria.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in public policy, sustainability, environmental science, materials science, or a related field).

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, government relations, policy analysis, or operational roles related to EPR program implementation or similar fields.

• In-depth knowledge of the packaging regulatory landscape, including labeling, transportation, and trade regulations.

• Proven experience with statutory and regulatory interpretation along with compliance analysis.

• At least 5 years of management experience.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a talent for converting complex data into actionable insights.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders effectively.

• Detail-oriented, committed to accuracy and compliance.

• Proficient in leading and collaborating within cross-functional teams, including remote personnel.

• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting to CAA’s startup culture.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Flexible work arrangements and remote work options.