--- title: 'Environmental Health & Safety Consultant at KPA' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/environmental-health-safety-consultant-kpa-baltimore-z9c24666pbxt' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-07' --- # Environmental Health & Safety Consultant at KPA - **Company:** KPA - **Location:** Baltimore, MD - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-07-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/kpaonline/309ae15a-42bc-4029-8f25-275de33910f8 ## Job description ## Who We Are KPA helps automotive businesses keep their people safe, protect their operations, and stay ahead of regulatory change with our 3 Pillars for Complete Compliance: Software, Consulting, and Training. Since 1986, KPA has helped automotive businesses navigate the complexities of compliance. Named as one of Built In Colorado’s Best Places to Work for seven years in a row, KPA is made up of talented individuals working together for the greater good. We’re here to help our clients build safe, thriving organizations, and we’re looking for people with a common goal to help us do it. Position Description: As a member of the Risk Management team, the EHS Risk Management Consultant will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients to establish and demonstrate exceptional industry and regulatory knowledge through onsite field audits, employee trainings, and regulatory interaction. The objective of an EHS Risk Management Consultant is to minimize risk to increase profitability for the client. This position develops and maintains relationships with regional clients, potential clients, dealer group management, and state dealer associations. A professional, likable, persuasive, and customer service-oriented demeanor is essential for success. Location: While this is a remote position based out of the employee’s home office, it will require frequent visits to clients within the territory, including 1-2 weeks of overnight travel per quarter. This position will ideally be based in Baltimore, MD and service clients regionally including the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area, Eastern Maryland and Southern Delaware. In the first 30 days you will: - Inherit a customer service base and immediately establish relationships with Mangers and Management teams across many different businesses In the first 60 days you will: - Complete new hire orientation training to be fully operational as a KPA Risk Management Consultant In the first 6 months you will: - Establish and demonstrate exceptional industry and regulatory knowledge through onsite field audits, employee training, and regulatory interaction - Organize a quarterly visit schedule to maximize travel efficiency based on local and distant client groupings and service frequency - Assist with and/or prepare various compliance documentation as needed (i.e., Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Tier II reporting, OSHA 300 logs, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ID numbers, tank permitting, and Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasures (SPCC) Plans) By the end of the first year you will: - Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring accident prevention programs, policies, and procedures to ensure continuous safe working conditions in accordance with State, Federal, and Local laws and regulations to assist the client in striving to achieve Zero Accident / lost time injuries - Help communicate and implement environmental management compliance systems - Support the ongoing growth of the company by performing exceptional customer service, documenting and submitting 20 referrals or sales leads per year to your area Account Executive - Responsible for promoting productive relationships with dealer group management for KPA clients and State Dealer Association Management. Maintains effective internal and external public relations - Performs other duties and fulfills other responsibilities, as assigned. Relationships: As an EHS Risk Management Consultant, you are expected to develop and maintain internal and external relationships with: - Regional Director, Regional Managers, Field Office Manager, staff colleagues, and other members of KPA management team - District clients, potential clients, dealer group management and state dealer associations - Regional Clients Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Engineering, Safety Studies, or related disciplines preferred. - Three years of Environmental Health & Safety experience preferred. - Must have the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally - Ability to speak publicly, in forums of up to 300 audience members at times. - Ability to seek out and communicate effectively with senior management and stakeholders at our client organizations. - Proven background in building and working with collaborative teams - Ability to meet deadlines, multi-task and effectively and professionally deal with customers and external contacts to the Company - Strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently - Strong computer skills, including familiarity with word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, Microsoft Outlook, and phone/tablet applications - Must have the ability to travel overnight a total of around 1-2 weeks per quarter Physical Requirements: Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Active driver’s license and insurance as required by law. - Reliable transportation and ability to drive between client visits, typically 4 days per week. Driving time per day varies according to geography and scheduling. - Ability to lift up to 20 pounds. - Ability to stand on feet a minimum of 6 hours per day. - Ability to sufficiently receive audio signals to proceed with caution around heavy machinery, vehicles and other warning noises to ensure safety. - Ability to perceive sounds at normal speaking levels, with or without correction, and the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make discriminations in sound. - Ability to see, recognize, and respond to potentially dangerous situations - Ability to physically move in manners such as bending, crouching, reaching, and pushing/pulling items up to 20 pounds - Ability to stay overnight in a hotel a total multiple weeks per quarter and fly on an airplane domestically. Compensation: - Annual base salary range between $65-80k - Eligible for quarterly bonus program once operational, estimated $4-5k annually - Allowances for travel Location: - While this is a remote position based out of the employee’s home office, it will require frequent visits to clients within the territory, including an estimated 1-2 weeks of overnight travel per quarter. - This position will ideally be based in Baltimore, MD and service clients regionally including the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area, Eastern Maryland and Southern Delaware. Don’t meet every job requirement? At KPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Studies have shown some people are less likely to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you’re excited about the role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right candidate for this or other roles. As a growing company KPA values its employees by supporting them with a full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, PTO, Paid and Floating Holidays, 401k with Company match and immediate vesting, Company-funded Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Programs, and No-cost Mental Health Benefits. Please note: we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. KPA is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, religious dress/grooming, color, ethnicity, sex (including sex stereotyping), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, creed, uniform service member status, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, breast-feeding and/or pregnancy-related conditions, age, protected medical condition, leave status, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or any other legally-protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state and local laws. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@kpa.io. Please see our Candidate Privacy Notice here ## About KPA ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: KPA helps automotive businesses manage regulatory compliance, workplace safety, and HR risk through software, consulting, and training. - **Entity Type**: Private (PE-backed; acquired by Providence Equity Partners in 2018) [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpa-llc) - **Headquarters**: Westminster, Colorado, United States [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpa-llc) - **Founded**: 1986 [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpa-llc) [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/kpa) - **Founders**: Not publicly available in the sources reviewed - **Other Offices**: Pittsburgh, Tigard, and Lafayette; workforce distributed across 6 countries including the US, Kenya, Indonesia, Canada, and South Africa [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpa-llc) ## Core Business - **Primary Industry**: Environmental health & safety (EHS), regulatory compliance, HR/risk management software and services for the automotive industry. - **Target Customers**: B2B; automotive dealerships, service centers, and related automotive businesses — from SMBs to enterprise operations. - **Mission/Purpose**: KPA’s stated purpose is helping automotive businesses “keep their people safe, protect their operations, and stay ahead of compliance” as the automotive industry’s #1 trusted compliance partner [hs.kpa.io](https://hs.kpa.io/who-we-are). ## Products & Services - **[Vera Suite](https://hs.kpa.io/who-we-are)**: Compliance and safety management software that keeps compliance programs organized, automated, and audit-ready. It surfaces risk across multiple locations at a glance. - **Compliance Consulting**: Expert consulting services that help clients interpret regulations, handle audit findings, and build practical, ongoing compliance solutions. KPA has 125+ EHS and F&I consultants. - **Compliance Training**: An award-winning training library focused on real-world automotive scenarios and role-specific courses. - **KPA Partner Program**: Flexible partnership structures for consulting firms, industry associations, and compliance experts to deliver KPA’s software, training, and expertise to their clients. - **Reynolds DMS Integration**: A direct integration with Reynolds’ dealership management system, connecting daily dealership operations with compliance tracking in one workflow. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company). - **Key Metric (Private)**: Third-party reported total funding of $5M; estimated annual revenue of $68.3M [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpa-llc) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Providence Equity Partners (owner); Reynolds (DMS integration partner); various consulting firms and industry associations via the KPA Partner Program. - **Growth Signals**: - KPA’s website reports 15,000+ automotive businesses served; Built In lists 10,000+ clients — conflicting reports [hs.kpa.io](https://hs.kpa.io/who-we-are) [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/kpa) - Recent acquisitions: Compli (2019), Multimedia Training Systems (2020), iScout (2021), Auto Advisory Services, and Tddm [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpa-llc) - LinkedIn following grew to 23,566, up 42.8% year-over-year [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpa-llc) - Employee count data conflicts: LinkedIn/Growjo reports 253 employees (-4% YoY), while Built In reports 405 total employees [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpa-llc) [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/kpa) ## Competitive Advantages - **100% automotive focus**: KPA’s products, training, and consulting are built around the specific regulations, risks, and operational realities of automotive businesses [hs.kpa.io](https://hs.kpa.io/who-we-are). - **Integrated three-pillar model**: Software + consulting + training form one continuous compliance program rather than point solutions. - **Deep domain expertise**: 40 years of EHS and F&I experience, backed by 125+ specialized consultants. - **Ecosystem integrations**: Direct integration with Reynolds DMS creates switching costs and daily operational stickiness. - **Scale and trust**: Tens of thousands of businesses rely on KPA for compliance, reducing incidents and violations. ## Strategic Focus - Continue building a complete, integrated compliance platform for automotive businesses. - Deepen partnerships and integrations, including dealer management systems like Reynolds. - Expand software automation, training, and consulting capabilities through acquisitions and organic innovation. - Position KPA as the proactive “safety steward” that helps clients see around corners and avoid incidents before they happen [hs.kpa.io](https://hs.kpa.io/who-we-are). ## Why Work Here - **Remote-first hybrid workplace**: Most roles are primarily remote, with some in-office collaboration. Daily office attendance is optional, and teams meet in person for collaboration and on-site work [hs.kpa.io](https://hs.kpa.io/careers) [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/kpa) - **Company culture**: KPA emphasizes meaningful work, safety stewardship, proactive partnership, DEI, and open communication. It describes itself as combining “the stability of a 40-year-old industry leader with the energy of a company that’s still growing” [hs.kpa.io](https://hs.kpa.io/careers). - **Benefits**: Competitive PTO, paid holidays, paid parental leave, 401(k) with company match, paid volunteer days, tuition reimbursement, certification funding, and ongoing learning/development [hs.kpa.io](https://hs.kpa.io/careers). - **Employee sentiment is mixed**: LinkedIn employer rating is 3.4/5 from 181 reviews; work-life balance (3.6) and compensation (3.5) rate highest, while culture (3.3) and career growth (3.2) rate lower [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpa-llc). - **Open roles at time of research**: Environmental Health & Safety Consultant, Automotive F&I Consultant, Account Executive, Legal & Compliance Specialist, Demand Generation Manager, and General Interest [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/kpaonline) [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/kpa) ## Sources 1. [hs.kpa.io](https://hs.kpa.io/who-we-are) 2. [hs.kpa.io](https://hs.kpa.io/careers) 3. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpa-llc) 4. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/kpaonline) 5. 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