Vice President, Environmental Health And Safety

Your strategic leadership, business acumen, and commitment to building a culture of safety make you a great fit for our Vice President, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) position. Join our dynamic team today and find a rewarding career with a company that values you and all you bring to the table.

About Your Role:

As the Vice President, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) at Dollar Tree's corporate office, you'll lead the strategy and execution of environmental, health, and safety programs across our retail stores, distribution centers, transportation network, and corporate facilities. You'll establish a world-class EHS function that ensures regulatory compliance, mitigates operational risk, promotes environmental stewardship, and fosters a culture of safety and accountability throughout the organization. Your day-to-day job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Strategic Leadership & Culture

• Set the enterprise EHS vision, priorities, and governance model aligned with company goals.
• Champion a proactive safety and environmental culture, integrating EHS into business operations and leadership development.
• Lead, coach, and develop a nationwide EHS team, including regional managers and functional experts.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and state/local regulatory requirements across all facilities.
• Maintain all required EHS reporting and documentation; oversee audits, inspections, and responses to enforcement actions.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies related to hazardous materials, fire safety, workplace ergonomics, and industrial hygiene.

Operational Execution & Support

• Embed safety into operational processes for stores, distribution centers, and transportation operations by partnering closely with Store Operations, Human Resources, Supply Chain, and Facilities.
• Lead serious incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning.
• Manage crisis preparedness and response plans for emergencies, natural disasters, and environmental incidents.

Environmental Programs

• Oversee waste management, pollution prevention, air and water quality compliance, and hazardous substance protocols.
• Drive alignment with corporate sustainability initiatives and ESG reporting efforts, where applicable.

Metrics & Accountability

• Establish KPIs to measure safety performance, incident rates, and compliance.
• Leverage data and analytics to identify trends, target problem areas, and inform executive decision-making.
• Report regularly to the COO and other senior leaders on performance, trends, and strategic recommendations.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Environmental Health & Safety, preferably within multi-site retail, logistics, manufacturing, distribution, or similar operational environments.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and applicable state and local regulations and standards.
• Proven track record of reducing injury rates, improving compliance, and building high-performing safety teams.
• Strong executive presence and ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Familiarity with EHS management systems and digital tools such as Enablon, Intelex, VelocityEHS, or similar platforms.

Preferred Requirements:

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, Engineering, Occupational Health, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or equivalent.

Our success is a team effort —

when we reach our goals, you'll be eligible for a yearly bonus!

Your Perks and Benefits:

We offer a wide variety of rewards to support your health, wealth, and mental well-being. In addition to medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance, we offer:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Educational Assistance
• Access to PerkSpot, an employee discount platform for goods and services
• And much more!

Compensation Range: $275k - $300k based on experience + Bonus + Equity + Car Allowance + Relocation

Who We Are:

At Dollar Tree, we make a difference in the lives of our customers every day by exceeding their expectations and delivering value – it's what our business is built on. Our associates play an important role in this commitment by embracing change and showing up for their teams and their communities.

We see an exciting path forward as our company continues to grow and transform – and we know that this path starts with you.

Join our team today and discover The Value of You.

Dollar Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. This is not to be considered a complete list of job duties, which appear in the job description for this position, and which may be amended from time to time at the discretion of Dollar Tree. Incumbents will

Full time

500 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320

Environmental Health & Safety

Dollar Tree