Environmental Specialist II - Sr

- Works on permitting of reviews operations of and routinely inspects AECC power plants regarding matters of environmental compliance.

- Takes appropriate measures to minimize or eliminate potential environmental risks and ensure full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

- Monitors and evaluates methods of compliance of AECC power supply facilities with environmental requirements as directed by the Manager – Environmental Compliance.

- Assists in research for and writing of technical plans and reports related to environmental regulations

- Assist in preparing budget estimates for this area of responsibility.

- Instructs and trains AECC facility personnel on environmental regulatory requirements in their area of responsibility.

- Participates in power plant environmental testing and studies, and in other matters relating to this area of responsibility.

- Advises other staff members, power plant personnel, power delivery personnel, and member cooperatives' personnel upon request of facts relating to this area of responsibility and assists them in the performance of their duties in times of need as directed by the Manager – Environmental Compliance.

- Maintains contact with personnel of like responsibility in other power supply systems to exchange technical information and to cooperate in projects of mutual interest.

- Keeps abreast of related current scientific developments, applicable laws, and governmental regulations and uses every opportunity to become better qualified in this area of responsibility.

- Keeps the Manager – Environmental Compliance informed at all times of matters important to the cooperative, particularly where member cooperatives or other power suppliers or governmental agencies are involved.

- Solicits assistance from other staff members to perform all work within their capability.

- Handles stress effectively and works well with others.

- Comply with all company safety rules and requirements

- Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled office hours when necessary is an essential function of the job.

- Maintain awareness of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations from various regulatory entities, internal policies, procedures, and directives. Ensure ongoing monitoring and timely incorporation of any changes to maintain adherence to compliance standards

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering , Environmental Science, Chemistry or Biology, plus 2-4 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Specialist II- 2-4 years related experience

Specialist III - 4-7 years related experience

Sr - 7 years + related experience

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Registered Professional Engineer - Preferred

Registered Environmental Manager (REM)

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, wet or humid conditions, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

The following physical activities 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 and expectations. Highly repetitive, low physical.

Highly repetitive type of work which requires concentration in the performance of tasks for consistent time cycles as prescribed by the tasks.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and occasionally required to taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; and color vision.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Familiarity with power plant and electrical transmission system processes is preferred.

High levels of noise during on-site work at power plants.

Comply with all safety and environmental regulations and complete all safety and environmental required training as required by AECC.

Must be able to travel up to 35% of the time to various locations throughout the state of Arkansas as well as out of state.

In pursuant of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act 593, this position is a designated safety-sensitive position according to AECC/AECI standards and processes

Benefits

- 100% Company Funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan

- 401(k) with 3% Dollar-for Dollar Company Match

- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

- 9 Paid holidays

- 2 Floating holidays

- Educational assistance

- Paid time off accrual

- Short-term disability

- Long-term disability

- Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program

EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED

Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.

Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.