Environmental Compliance Manager Jobs in Arkansas

Environmental Compliance Manager jobs in Arkansas concentrate in oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, agriculture, and municipal water and wastewater utilities, with demand at every level from compliance specialist to senior regulatory affairs director. Little Rock, Fayetteville, and El Dorado are the primary hiring metros, where employers such as Dillard's corporate operations, Tyson Foods, and Murphy USA maintain lasting environmental compliance functions. Professionals with air quality permitting, stormwater management, and NPDES compliance experience are consistently the most sought-after in the Arkansas market. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles34
Top employerOlsson
Top cityLittle Rock, AR
Cities hiring18
Work type86% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Healthcare Services Group
Environmental Services Department Manager
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Healthcare Services Group
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Environmental Services Department Manager
Healthcare Services Group
Lake Village, Arkansas
Product Management
Project Management
Technical Product & Program Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Tyson Foods Incorporated
Manager Complex Environmental - 1st Shift - (RVI) Texarkana, AR
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Tyson Foods Incorporated
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Manager Complex Environmental - 1st Shift - (RVI) Texarkana, AR
Tyson Foods Incorporated
Texarkana, Arkansas
Business Analysis
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Crothall Healthcare
Environmental Services Manager 2nd Shift
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Crothall Healthcare
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Environmental Services Manager 2nd Shift
Crothall Healthcare
Little Rock, Arkansas
Business Operations
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
Mgr Natl Acct Customer Development - Walmart (not open to remote)
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Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
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Mgr Natl Acct Customer Development - Walmart (not open to remote)
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
Rogers, Arkansas
Data Analytics
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Healthcare Services Group
Environmental Services - Manager in Training
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Healthcare Services Group
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Environmental Services - Manager in Training
Healthcare Services Group
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Environmental Compliance Manager Jobs by City in Arkansas

Where Arkansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Little Rock
9 jobs
Bryant
3 jobs
Rogers
3 jobs
Texarkana
2 jobs
Fayetteville
2 jobs
Camden
1 job
Decatur
1 job
Johnson
1 job
Harrison
1 job

Environmental Compliance Manager Job Market in Arkansas

A snapshot from current Arkansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Olsson
    Olsson4
  • Alliance Technical
    Alliance Technical3
  • Yona Solutions
    Yona Solutions2
  • Crothall Healthcare
    Crothall Healthcare2
  • Terracon Consultants
    Terracon Consultants2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services7
  • Food & Beverage1
  • Aerospace & Defense1
  • Distribution & Wholesale1
  • Banking & Financial Services1

What Arkansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in environmental compliance manager jobs across Arkansas.

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a closely related field required
  • Familiarity with Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment permitting and reporting processes
  • Five or more years of direct environmental compliance experience in an industrial or regulated setting
  • Working knowledge of federal Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and RCRA requirements
  • CHMM, CPEA, or other recognized environmental compliance certification strongly preferred by Arkansas employers
  • Strong written communication skills for preparing regulatory submittals and agency correspondence

Environmental Compliance Manager Jobs in Arkansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a environmental compliance manager in Arkansas?

Most environmental compliance managers in Arkansas enter the field with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, civil engineering, chemistry, or a related discipline, then build several years of hands-on regulatory experience. Arkansas does not issue a state-specific license for this title, but employers strongly favor candidates who hold a credential such as the Certified Hazardous Materials Manager or Certified Professional Environmental Auditor. Familiarity with Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment programs and permit processes is the practical entry standard across industries.

How much do environmental compliance managers make in Arkansas?

Environmental compliance managers in Arkansas earn a median of about $64,680 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,160 for the lowest 10% to over $132,760 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire environmental compliance managers in Arkansas?

Employers hiring environmental compliance managers in Arkansas right now include Olsson, Alliance Technical, and Yona Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Arkansas's concentration of food processing, chemical, and energy companies means openings appear consistently across both the central and southern regions of the state.

Which Arkansas cities have the most environmental compliance manager jobs?

Little Rock, Bryant, and Rogers account for the most environmental compliance manager openings in Arkansas. Little Rock leads as the state capital and home to both government agencies and corporate headquarters, Fayetteville draws openings from Northwest Arkansas's growing manufacturing and logistics base, and El Dorado reflects the long-standing oil and chemical industry presence in south Arkansas.

Are there remote environmental compliance manager jobs in Arkansas?

Yes, but they're rare. About 14% of environmental compliance manager openings tied to Arkansas are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-dependent nature of most compliance work. The portions of the role most suited to remote arrangements are report writing, data analysis, regulatory research, and agency correspondence rather than field inspections or permit condition monitoring.

How can I get hired as a environmental compliance manager in Arkansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic path into this role in Arkansas is starting as an environmental specialist, EHS coordinator, or field technician at one of the state's large food processing or chemical manufacturers, where hands-on permit work builds the credential record employers require. Tyson Foods and other Northwest Arkansas agribusiness employers have hired environmental associates directly from University of Arkansas and Arkansas Tech environmental programs. Earning a CHMM certification while in an entry role signals readiness for manager-level advancement and accelerates hiring consideration at most Arkansas industrial employers.

Where can I find and apply to environmental compliance manager jobs in Arkansas?

You can find and apply to environmental compliance manager jobs in Arkansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arkansas openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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