Principal Environmental Services

POSITION: Principal Environmental Services

Grade 15

Annual Pay Range $105,000 - $158,000

LOCATION: Environmental Services

QUALIFICATIONS:

A degree in the Natural Sciences or Engineering with a strong background in sciences such as biology and chemistry. Requires an in-depth understanding of environmental regulations based on at least 8 years of experience. Able to work independent of direct supervision. Able to provide supervision and direction to staff on multiple projects. Able to use problem-solving or troubleshooting skills and to critically analyze possible solutions and to provide recommendations for implementation. Requires knowledge of Company operations including electrical transmission. Must have leadership and interpersonal skills to deal with controversial issues in a professional manner meeting the objective in the best interest of the Company. Must have a valid driver's license and enroll in Company MVR program.

SUMMARY ROLE DESCRIPTION:

Oversee acquisition of environmental permits, approvals, and licenses. Includes leading the acquisition of environmental information needed for siting permit applications for transmission facilities. Act as liaison between the company and applicable regulatory agencies. Maintain knowledge of current and proposed environmental regulations, statutes, and interpretive guidance. Ensure compliance with regulations and permit requirements throughout development, construction, and operations. Assist facilities and oversee consultants in the completion of required environmental studies testing, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements. Supervise acquisition of consultants, including the awarding of contracts, data gathering and analysis, and documenting the validity of all compliance data. Prepare and design stormwater pollution prevention plans for Company projects and ensure adherence to these plans and associated permit conditions. Provide testimony before state regulatory commissions and/or governing bodies in support of acquiring permits. Attend and present information at public meetings and open houses. Be the lead internal environmental respondent on Information Requests related to commission filings.

To make application for this opening, log in to UKG. Instructions can be found in Otter Connect, Human Resources. Application deadline is June 6, 2025.

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