Environmental Affairs Specialist

This position will report to the Environmental Affairs-Water Field Services department in Calera, AL. It will provide support for environmental studies related to hydro licensing and water quality monitoring to meet regulatory requirements. This position will also provide environmental field sampling and monitoring support to Alabama Power Company’s generation facilities to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental requirements.

Activities performed by this position will adhere to requirements of the National Environmental Field Activities Program (NEFAP) for field sampling and measurement organizations. The successful candidate must be able to pass applicable proficiency tests, perform data entry and analysis for quality control, and participate in peer reviews, training and implementation of Technical and Quality Standard Operating Procedures in accordance with this program.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Collect water quality data and samples (including reservoir water chemistry samples) to ensure Hydro operations comply with environmental regulations

- Perform field maintenance, calibration and quality control of water quality monitoring equipment and manage inventory to support compliance and research activities

- Independently maintain QA/QC schedule for compliance monitoring sites

- Provide continuous review of water quality data to ensure compliance is being maintained, data is accurate, and aeration systems/operational measures are being utilized

- Analyze environmental data to identify and address errors as part of a rigorous quality control/quality assurance program

- Work with internal departments (EA Compliance, Reservoir Management and EA Electronic & Data Services) to maintain and update systems that facilitate and streamline recordkeeping of hydro plant operations

- Support internal workgroups with water quality monitoring and sample collection related to various environmental laws and regulations including NPDES, RCRA, CCR and CERCLA as needed

Candidates that meet the below criteria are encouraged to apply:

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

- Bachelor’s Degree (Environmental Science, Biology, Fisheries, Chemistry, etc.) preferred

- Experience conducting environmental sampling and data analysis

- Minimum of 2 years of experience using, calibrating, and maintaining water quality monitoring equipment to collect field measurements including dissolved oxygen and temperature

- Safety oriented mindset

- Experience with Microsoft Access, Excel, R, SPSS or related statistical and data management programs

Knowledge & Skills:

- Knowledge of FERC Hydro licensing and compliance

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in adverse weather conditions

- Ability to serve as part of an occasional, scheduled on-call rotation (after hours, weekends and holidays)

- Experience trailering, launching, and operating boats

- Possess strong communication, organizational, and recordkeeping skills

- Possess a strong commitment to maintaining compliance, integrity and ethics

Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama.

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Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 14466

Job Category: Environmental & Forestry

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Alabama Power