Southern Company

Environmental Specialist, Analyst or Engineer (In Office 4 Days/Wk)

Environmental Specialist, Analyst or Engineer (In Office 4 Days/Wk)
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LocationAtlanta, GA
Job TypeFull time
On-site
Utilities

About This Job


Environmental Analyst / Specialist / Engineer


Job Description

This role may be filled as an Environmental Engineer, Analyst, or Specialist depending on educational background, experience, and qualifications.

The position is designed to be based at GA Power Corporate Headquarters @ 241 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, GA, with an expectation to be in an office setting or at a customer location four (4) days per week and as additionally required. -HOWEVER — It can also, possibly, be based ANYWHERE IN GEORGIA (GA)!*

Please Note the driving verbiage at the bottom of this job description as well!

The Environmental Analyst / Specialist / Engineer is responsible for developing, communicating, and implementing remediation, emergency response, and waste-related environmental programs, guidelines, and compliance strategies for company business units and facilities.

This position will represent the Company before regulatory agencies, during regulatory inspections, and in interactions with external groups and the public.

The successful candidate will serve as the Point of Contact (POC) and subject matter expert for general program and project management, remediation corrective action strategies, Storm Emergency Restoration Preparation (SERP), emergency spill response, obtaining environmental right of entry permits, compliance training for internal stakeholders, reporting monitoring and data collection results, and performing business unit, facility, and vendor compliance program reviews.


Job Duties & Responsibilities

Interpret and ensure adherence to environmental regulations/requirements including the Georgia Solid Waste Management Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Recovery Act (CERCLA), Georgia Hazardous Sites Response Act (HSRA), and Georgia Hazardous Waste Management Act.
Manage HSRA/VRP/Brownfield investigations and cleanups.
Support efforts to obtain environmental permits and develop cost-effective compliance strategies and programs for waste and remediation-related regulations and permits, including the creation of Environmental Guidelines and appropriate communications and training.
Specific responsibilities include vendor audit project/program management, remediation project and corrective action management, groundwater monitoring and sampling, permitting and operations compliance, spill response including clean-up activities, regulatory notifications, and waste disposal, Storm Emergency Response Planning (SERP), and other remediation-related tasks.
Perform environmental due diligence and desktop evaluations for owned sites and properties under consideration for purchase or sale.
Manage company owned Underground Storage Tanks (UST), including annual registration, compliance reviews, inspections, closures, site remediation, and agency interactions.
Monitor environmental legislative and regulatory activities that impact company operations and provide interface and input to Southern Company environmental personnel regarding federal or industry environmental issues.
Work with regulatory agencies and external groups to promote informed, balanced, and science-based regulations and permit requirements.
Support and monitor company compliance with various environmental programs through program reviews, making observations and decisions regarding the effectiveness of compliance activities, and reporting to environmental management and business units.
Collaborate with other Environmental Analysts, Specialists, and Engineers to develop and implement cost-effective solutions and services for mitigating environmental risks.
Develop partnerships with all levels of business unit and facilities management to implement low-cost and effective environmental programs.
Support the Company's environmental policies in all areas, including environmental stewardship initiatives.


Job Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of applicable environmental laws and regulations, specifically HSRA, RCRA, CERCLA, and PCB Management. Related work experience in GA EPD, UST Management Program, HSRA, VRP, and Brownfield management areas is preferred.
Knowledge of relevant state and federal environmental regulations, and direct experience working with regulatory agencies and regulatory reporting.
Ability to synthesize technical information and communicate it in a manner suitable for both technical and non-technical personnel.
Ability to work with limited supervision and maintain a flexible schedule, which may include non-traditional hours and travel.
Judgment skills necessary to make decisions, solve complex problems, and implement solutions.
Project and contract management experience, including management of third-party service providers.
Must exhibit and follow Our Values* .


Educational Requirements

BS or BA degree in engineering or a science-related field (e.g., geology, chemistry, environmental science).


Experience Requirements

Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in one or more of the following areas is required: environmental compliance and auditing, environmental project management, environmental and groundwater remediation.
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams.
Experience interpreting environmental regulations and interacting with regulators.
Experience in groundwater sampling and monitoring.
Working knowledge of Distribution, Transmission, or Generation operations is a plus.
Experience in waste characterization, transport, and disposal, as well as emergency spill response and clean-up.
Professional License or Certification in a related area is a plus.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and perform multiple assignments.
Project management skills, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, communicating, and contract administration.
Proven ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve common goals.
Strong computer and technology skills.
Excellent customer service skills.


Behavioral Attributes

Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with company culture and Our Values* : Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.

Candidate must demonstrate, promote, and commit to Safety Excellence with safe work practices and recognize personal safety as well as coworkers’ safety as of primary importance.
Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
Self-directed with strong initiative.
Desire and ability for continued career growth and upward potential.
Must have the following Leadership Competencies:


+ Adapting and responding to change.


+ Critical thinking.


+ Deciding and initiating action.


+ Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking.


+ Formulating strategies and concepts.


+ Persuading and influencing.


+ Planning and organizing.


+ Relating and networking.

This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle. The following will be required if you are selected for this position:

Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license).
Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.
Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record

Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. 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: 11307


Job Category: Environmental & Forestry


Job Schedule: Full time


Company: Georgia Power


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