Environmental Specialist Senior - Principal

Job Posting End Date

07-13-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Candidate will be responsible for working as an integral part of Water & Ecological Resource Services team to provide Clean Water Act permitting and compliance support to a variety of company facilities, including mainly power generating stations, and occasionally electric transmission and distribution facilities, service centers, office buildings and other AEP regulated and commercial business operations. Candidate will exhibit journey level proficiency plus advanced knowledge that enables the specialist to serve as a leader within the organization. Clean Water Act permitting experience required. Candidate will be responsible for permitting and compliance support including, but not limited to:

Job Description

We are evaluating candidates at two different grades for this role. Candidates will be considered for the highest grade for which they qualify.

What you'll do:

What we're looking for Grade 7:

What we're looking for Grade 8:

Other Must Haves:

What you'll get:

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-008

Compensation Range:

$96,110.00-124,940.00 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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