Air Permitting and Compliance Consultant – Mid Level – Mining Focus (Hybrid)

About the role

Barr is seeking a mid-level air permitting and compliance consultant to undertake challenging work coordinating air compliance and permitting projects associated with the development, construction, and operation in the mining industry. This role requires a deep understanding of air quality regulations. An ideal candidate will also have a proven track record in consulting, providing expert advice, and delivering solutions to clients. A successful person in this role is intrinsically motivated and emphasizes client service. They enjoy working independently and as part of a team, using their technical ability for a variety of projects. They are flexible in working with their project teams and are willing to occasionally modify schedules to meet project deadlines and client needs. This person is also relationship-focused, as the role involves serving both internal and external clients.

Responsibilities

• Air permitting and compliance: reading and interpreting regulations, calculating emissions, writing regulatory and technical analysis memos, preparing routine compliance submittals, developing compliance tools to assist clients, and compiling permit applications.
• Client service: collaborating with internal teams to develop creative solutions for our clients’ problems.
• Project management: supporting and leading various project tasks to best ensure the timely completion of project deliverables.

Qualifications

• Education: bachelor’s degree in mining, civil, chemical, or environmental engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience: 5 or more years of experience working with federal air regulations such as federal PSD/NSR and Title V, NSPS, MACT, NESHAP, and state air construction permitting. 3 or more years of that experience must have been supporting the mining industry.
• Recent environmental consulting experience.
• Relevant skills: Strong technical and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness, as well as a commitment to producing high-quality deliverables. Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, regulators, and project teams. Track record of meeting deadlines, fulfilling commitments, and mentoring staff.
• Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock.
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders.
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities.
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave.
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.

Pay

Anticipated salary range: $90,000 to $115,000 annually. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Schedule

Hybrid: a hybrid arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office; a remote arrangement refers to working primarily from a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Nevada, Utah, New Mexico, or Colorado offices. Travel expectation: up to 25% of the time; may vary depending on client needs. Work environment: projects may require time on site at industrial and mining facilities. Some locations include rough terrain, limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of construction or industrial sites. Work may involve waste disposal sites or locations requiring hazardous materials cleanup. As needed, safety training will be provided, and an OSHA-mandated physical exam (HAZWOPER) or MSHA training may be required. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.