Environmental Specialist II

Joining the Hope Gas team means being part of a company that truly values its employees and fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment. We have built a strong reputation in West Virginia by prioritizing our commitment to the local community and the well-being of our dedicated team. With the state's abundant natural resources and thriving energy sector, Hope Gas offers the perfect platform for ambitious individuals seeking career growth and stability. Not only will you find fulfilling career opportunities with us, but you'll also contribute to the sustainable growth and prosperity of West Virginia through our community engagement and environmental stewardship efforts. As we continue to deliver essential energy services to the region, we invite you to join us and become an integral part of our history, shaping our future together. Read more to discover the exciting possibilities waiting for you at Hope Gas!

Duties & Responsibilities

- Ensure company projects are in compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

- Coordinate environmental permitting for company projects.

- Manage third party vendors for project permitting purposes.

- Develops and conducts environmental compliance training with company employees and contractors.

- Prepares and coordinates reports and registration information to appropriate regulatory agencies.

- Work closely with other company departments on preliminary project designs to ensure environmental compliance. This includes both office and field work.

- Coordinate between environmental permitting regulatory agencies and company personnel concerning construction designs.

- Provide regulatory interpretations for new and existing environmental regulations.

- Contract negotiations with third party vendors.

- Represent the company when communicating with federal, state, and local agencies.

- Work in a face-paced environment and take on multiple projects at the same time.

Qualifications

- 3-5 years relevant experience.

- Experience working with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.

- Thorough knowledge of Stormwater Pollution Prevention and Erosion & Sediment Control permitting. Be able to read plan set and provide feedback.

- Endangered Species Act, Section 7 Formal/Informal Consultations.

- Section 404 and 401 Clean Water Act permitting.

- Section 106 National Historic Preservation Act consultations.

- Knowledge of environmental operation permits and regulations specific to the job location.

- Ability to work as a team to ensure environmental compliance.

- Excellent written and oral communication skills.

- Excellent problem solving skills.

- Ability to facilitate an open exchange of ideas.

- Must be able to work with multiple teams to achieve a common goal.

Education

- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to travel to various job sites and facilities in multiple states. Valid driver’s license required.

- Combination of office and field work, with some exposure to outdoor and operational environments.

- Must be willing to traverse pipeline right-of-ways in a variety of weather conditions.

Work Context

- Minimum travel for work-related purposes is expected 50% of the time, which includes some overnight visits to locations and industry events.

- This is a full-time exempt salaried position.

Key Responsibilities

At Hope, we offer a variety of plans and programs that reflect the wants and needs of our employees. As part of our mission to support our employees within the workspace and outside of it, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that offers health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and HSA with a company match. Income protection such as Company-Paid Life Insurance, Sickness Benefits, and more are also available. Hope Gas offers a 401(k) plan that incorporates a company contribution and a company match. Paid vacations, paid holidays, floating holidays and sick time are available alongside other lifestyle benefits such as Adoption Assistance, Auto/Home Insurance, Education Assistance Programs, and so much more! These benefits, programs and perks are offered to enhance your physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing because here at Hope you are not just an employee, you are family.

Join our team because together we can accomplish a job worth doing, and a life worth living.