Director at Wittobriens

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Director, Ambipar Response Training Center (ARTC)

Position Summary

Ambipar seeks a Director to lead the Ambipar Response Training Center (ARTC) located in Pueblo, CO. This position will oversee all operations of the site and will be responsible for managing a safe and effective training program. The Director will effectively manage customer relationships and will identify and implement opportunities to grow and expand the business offerings of the training center. The ideal candidate will be willing to work hours as necessary to meet business development and operational goals. This position will require travel as necessary.

Position Details

· Reports to: Director Operations North America

· Position Location: 55500 DOT Road, Pueblo, CO

· Position Type: Regular Full-Time

· FLSA Status: Exempt

· Pay: Salary

· Compensation: Commensurate with experience

· Travel: 10%

Essential Job Functions

Responsibilities may include:

• Collaboration with executive leadership to write, refine, and implement strategic action plans and procedures for emergency response for the Company or clients.
• Experience with sales or business development. 
• Participation in emergency responses and/or provision of other services in the field as needed.
• Liaising with customer representatives (from prime contractor and government) to ensure effective operations and services.
• Providing leadership and direction to ARTC staff to ensure continued development and management of a professional and efficient organization.
• Designing and operating the delivery of programs through new and existing agencies and partnerships.
• Increasing efficiency and consistency throughout the ARTC by developing and implementing standardized programs and services.
• Overseeing the delivery of high‐quality services through the facilitation of cross‐departmental collaboration and strong, internal communications.
• Implementing and prioritizing a robust and compliant safety program to ensure the safety and security of staff, trainees, and visitors throughout all operations.
• Managing the development of a comprehensive training curriculum.
• Understanding contractual requirements and limitations to ensure compliance in the provision of services.
• Effectively managing capital expenditures and investments at the site and making sound financial decisions.
• Monitoring profit and loss and staff utilization to perform within an organizational budget and ensuring sound financial controls are in place.
• Coordinating with team members across the organization to optimize program design and facilitate the effective and efficient delivery of services for the client.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field from an accredited college or university.
• 10+ years professional experience in the field of emergency and/or hazmat response.
• Demonstrated experience as Subject Matter Expert (SME) relative to hazmat training, emergency response training, and incident response.
• Experience with sales or business development. 
• Experience working with government and commercial entities.
• Demonstrated experience in self-direction and effective time management.
• Ability to plan as necessary to effectively and efficiently meet position objectives.
• Prior experience in effective team management.
• Effectively able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Preferred Job Requirements

• Broad understanding of internal Ambipar capabilities and ability to cross-sell preferred.

Work Schedule

This position requires the following time and staffing commitment:

• May be asked to work irregular/extended work hours
• Work may be performed outdoors in varied climate to include extreme hot or cold temperatures
• May work at other locations than assigned

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description incorporates the core responsibilities of the job. It recognizes that other related duties not specifically mentioned might also be performed, and that not all responsibilities may be carried out depending on operational needs.

Commitment to Diversity

• Ambipar is always looking for the most qualified and experienced professionals with a passion for public safety, emergency management, homeland security, disaster response, and continuity of operations.
• We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation range:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

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