Senior Environmental Specialist
Help Shape the Future of Environmental Stewardship in Agriculture!
Country View Family Farms is looking for a Senior Environmental Specialist to help drive environmental stewardship, sustainability, and operational excellence across our organization.
The Senior Environmental Specialist will lead environmental compliance, permitting, nutrient management, and sustainability initiatives supporting Country View Family Farms’ swine farms, feed mills, and support facilities throughout Indiana. This senior-level role is responsible for managing and enhancing environmental compliance programs, partnering with operational leaders and regulatory agencies, and driving environmental stewardship, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position delivers measurable environmental, operational, and financial value while serving as a key internal resource, reducing reliance on third-party consultants through technical expertise, leadership, and strategic project execution.
If you’re looking for an opportunity where your expertise is valued, your contributions drive meaningful results, and your work directly supports the future of responsible agriculture, Country View Family Farms offers a rewarding and impactful career. Join a team that’s committed to innovation, stewardship, and continuous improvement—and help shape what’s next. Make your mark, inspire progress, and help create the future of agriculture!
ABOUT US:
Country View Family Farms is an affiliate of Clemens Food Group, a family-owned agricultural company with more than 130 years of history and a commitment to doing things the right way. As one of the nation’s leading pork production organizations, Country View partners with family farmers and team members across multiple states to responsibly raise animals and support a safe, sustainable food supply.
WHY JOIN COUNTRY VIEW FAMILY FARMS?
As one of the nation’s leading pork production organizations, we combine innovation, sustainability, and responsible animal care to support a growing food supply while investing in our people and communities.
At Country View, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a large, progressive operation that includes swine farms, feed mills, and support facilities. We combine traditional farming values with innovative production practices, utilizing electronic sow feeding (ESF), open-pen gestation systems, advanced biosecurity protocols, and industry-leading animal welfare programs.
Our culture is built on collaboration, continuous improvement, innovation, and professional growth. We empower employees to bring new ideas, solve complex challenges, and contribute to the long-term success of the organization. If you’re looking for an opportunity where your expertise is valued, your contributions make a difference, and your work helps advance responsible agriculture, Country View Family Farms offers a rewarding and impactful career.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and execute environmental compliance activities across Indiana operations.
- Ensure accurate, complete, and timely environmental reporting, recordkeeping, and inspections across assigned operations.
- Support and lead regulatory inspections and permitting activities, including new sites, expansions, and CAFO/NPDES requirements.
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve manure value, environmental performance, and operational efficiency.
- Develop and execute manure management strategies that support operational and financial goals.
- Optimize manure hauling, application, and partner relationships to improve efficiency and utilization.
- Develop and manage manure budgets, nutrient sampling programs, and nutrient alignment activities that support nutrient management plans.
- Maintain nutrient management plans, odor management plans, and wastewater compliance programs.
- Prioritize and execute environmental projects based on compliance risk, operational needs, and financial impact.
- Develop and maintain tracking tools and systems to monitor compliance activities, cost savings, and operational performance.
- Promote consistent environmental practices across farms, feed mills, and support facilities.
- Maintain positive working relationships with regulatory agencies and industry groups while staying informed of regulatory changes.
- Support water usage, conservation efforts, and sustainability initiatives across operations.
- Maintain a strong field presence across all regions, including regular travel to farm sites and facilities, with occasional overnight travel as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Resource Management, Agronomy, Soil Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A valid driver’s license and meet company driving eligibility requirements.
- Certification in preparing nutrient management plans and odor management plans is preferred.
- Working knowledge of NPDES CAFO permits and other agricultural environmental regulations and compliance requirements
- Minimum of five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Strong organizational, multitasking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collect and interpret data, identify issues, and develop practical solutions.
- Availability to work Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend and holiday work as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS; PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Must frequently move throughout barns, farms, and production areas.
- Must communicate effectively with management and team members regarding task completion and operational needs.
- Work environment may include exposure to loud noises, dusty conditions, outdoor weather, hot and cold temperatures, animal dander, manure, and other agricultural conditions.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Regular travel to farm sites and facilities is required. Occasional overnight travel may also be required based on operational needs.
- Company vehicle provided. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and meet company driving eligibility requirements.
BENEFITS & PERKS:
At Country View Family Farms, we are committed to supporting our team members both personally and professionally. Our comprehensive benefits package may include:
- Competitive compensation and annual bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing opportunities
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Educational assistance and professional development opportunities
- Employee recognition programs
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
- Company vehicle provided for eligible positions
Benefits may vary based on position and eligibility requirements.
Salary range: $85,000-$106,000
Agency Statement:
Clemens Food Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of Clemens Food Group to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.