Environmental Engineer/Specialist (Environmental Compliance – Water)
Role Overview
This position is responsible for assisting with and/or administering programs that ensure compliance with water related environmental laws, regulations, and permit requirements; providing training and presentations on environmental compliance; interpreting regulations; providing guidance and support to affected customers both internal and external; preparing water permit applications and/or reports when needed; conducting and interpreting studies and field investigations; determining compliance status; developing and coordinating compliance programs and plans across multiple departments; and interfacing with regulatory agencies.
This role will serve as support for water-related environmental compliance with a focus on a variety of regulations including but not limited to Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) programs, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) hydro license compliance for Alabama Power’s 14 hydropower dams and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
The successful candidate may also support additional water compliance programs as needs arise.
Key Skills for This Role
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Experience:
- Experience with or understanding how to obtain permits and communicate with environmental regulatory agencies.
- Familiarity with SPCC, NEPA, CWA, NHPA and/or ESA regulations.
- Knowledge of GIS to develop project specific maps and figures.
- Demonstrated experience organizing, planning, prioritizing, and tracking multiple projects.
- Experience with or knowledge of how to develop compliance tools, training materials, and technical training.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Results-oriented and proactive in maintaining compliance with all water-related laws and regulations.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with customers and regulatory agency personnel.
- Ability to communicate environmental requirements, compliance obligations, and implementation strategies to customers and staff.
- Ability to develop environmental compliance strategies, policies, procedures, and guidance in response to new or evolving regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and computer skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Behavioral Attributes:
- Demonstrates behaviors consistent with “Our Values”: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, Superior Performance.
- Builds and maintains effective working relationships.
- Promotes open communication and teamwork with peers.
- Takes initiative to solve problems and learn new and challenging material.
- Provides outstanding service to clients and customers.
- Is a positive team player who is adaptable to changing priorities and continuously seeks opportunities for process improvements.
BENEFITS
- Competitive Pay
- Excellent benefits packages which includes:
- Medical and dental coverage
- Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
- Performance-sharing plan
- 401(k) plan with a generous company match
- Bonus opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Please submit an updated resume with your application
About Southern Company
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