Environmental Analyst/Specialist/Engineer - Water Programs (In Ofc 4 Days/Wk)

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYST/SPECIALIST/ENGINEER - WATER PROGRAMS

Georgia Power Water Programs is seeking to fill two separate positions from this posting.

Please Note the Fleet Driving Requirements at the bottom of the Job Description prior to applying. 

** You will be required to be In the Office a Minimum of four (4) days per week, currently Mon. thru Thur. (Working remotely on Friday's.) 

Relocation assistance MAY be provided if needed and if you qualify. 

Summary of Position Duties

The Environmental Analyst / Engineer is responsible for developing, communicating, and implementing water-related environmental programs, guidelines, and compliance strategies for Georgia Power.  The two positions being filled will focus on multiple compliance programs, especially those involving the Clean Water Act, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), and the Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Program (SPCC).

Additional responsibilities may include representing Georgia Power Company before regulatory agencies, external groups, and the public. These positions are also responsible for obtaining permits and licenses, reporting monitoring results and developing and implementing compliance program reviews/audits. 

These positions may be filled as an Environmental Specialist or Engineer depending on education and/or demonstrated mastery of the environmental regulatory program areas and responsibilities described below.

Job-Specific Responsibilities

• Develop cost-effective compliance strategies for water related regulations and permits, including environmental guidelines, communications, and training.  Specific compliance programs include but are not limited to the Clean Water Act, Georgia Water Quality Act, Georgia NPDES Program, and SPCC program.
• Obtain all required water-related environmental permits, licenses, and certifications to support electric generating facilities. 
• Develop plans and procedures to ensure compliance with water programs at Steam Electric Generating Plants and Power Delivery infrastructure.
• Monitor compliance programs through regular program reviews, task tracking (Enablon) and customer engagement to assure adherence to applicable regulations and permits.  Assist with development of and revision to business unit procedures/policies related to water programs. 
• Make decisions as to the effectiveness of compliance activities and report to environmental management and company business units.
• Influence, track, and interpret environmental regulations and policy at the federal and state level.  Positively engage regulatory agencies to promote informed, balanced, and science-based regulations and permit requirements.  Develop and maintain positive relationships with the U.S. EPA, Georgia EPD, and others. 
• Provide interface and input to Southern Company environmental personnel regarding federal or industry environmental issues related to water programs.  Organize and coordinate with other utilities and industry groups to influence and comment on proposed state rules, regulations and permits.
• Develop partnerships with all levels of business units and electric generating facilities management to implement cost-effective solutions, training programs and innovative technologies to eliminate or minimize environmental risks.  Incorporate Environmental Management System (EMS) components in business unit processes and identify opportunities to improve compliance.
• Promote and support the Company’s environmental policies, conservation, and stewardship in all areas of business and external engagement. 

Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

• BS degree in engineering or science related field (i.e. biology, chemistry, environmental science, etc.)
• Professional certification in an applicable engineering or science related field a plus.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in environmental permitting, compliance and program development, preferably with the following:
• NPDES Program
• SPCC Program 
• Steam-Electric Power Generation and Delivery
• Georgia Water Quality Act
• Georgia Safe Drinking Water Act

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• The ability to synthesize information and communicate in a manner suitable for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and maintain a flexible schedule which may include non-traditional hours and travel.
• Working knowledge of applicab