GENCO Environmental Specialist II

About the role

At Alliant Energy, our Environmental Specialist II leads critical environmental compliance and strategy for power generation operations. You'll leverage your expertise in air permitting, EPA and DNR reporting, and regulatory interpretation to ensure full compliance at a federally regulated coal plant. You'll shape environmental programs, mentor junior staff, and influence evolving regulations while driving performance and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Administers environmental programs for the assigned facility to meet applicable corporate policies, business goals, and regulatory compliance.
• Supports the communication of environmental initiatives and risk impacts to facility personnel through various communication media.
• Covers environmental training and education, organizing the selection of environment information for various audiences.
• Provides technical support for environmental management system program modifications and the implementation of improvements to the system.
• Researches state-of-the-art developments in environmental controls and recommends improvements in plant activities.
• Works with local authorities to review and assess emergency response procedures and capabilities.
• Coordinates with facility Safety Specialists and other Environmental Specialists to proactively address environmental issues and concerns.
• Works in conjunction with internal customers on environmental and research projects, analyzing improvements to work flow, policies, and practices.
• Tracks, analyzes, and interprets environmental performance measures, providing periodic updates and reports to facility management and implementing performance plans utilizing data gathered.
• Administers the facility environmental filing system and all relevant records to keep the facility in compliance with permitting, monitoring, and record keeping requirements of environmental rules and regulations.
• Completes, submits, and files Clean Air Act Title V operating permits and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, assists in the development of the ISO 14001 program, and coordinates compliance with the Resources Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).
• Affirms facility compliance with environmental rules and regulations, ensuring existing policies, practices, procedures, and quality assurance/quality control plans are being followed.
• Conducts onsite investigations and provides analysis on outcome of investigations.
• Participates in various environmental inspections and compliance audits.
• Investigates environmental incidents and assists facility management in implementation of improvement plans.
• Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and help deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Emphasis in civil, environmental or chemical engineering, environmental studies or physical or natural sciences, or related area.
• 3 years of experience in engineering, science, compliance planning work or environmental resource management with an electric utility, consulting firm or government agency.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of electric, gas or steam operating practices, construction standards, work methods, equipment, maintenance practices, regulatory compliance, and materials.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with government agencies, utility groups, and other industries.
• Knowledge and interpretation of environmental rules and applicable Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations as they apply to the utility industry.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret government regulations.
• Demonstrated effective analytical skills and ability to perform basic analysis on performance measures.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and project management) preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Skills

• Auditing
• Change Management
• Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Risk Management
• Health, Safety, and Environmental Management
• Incident Management
• Internal Controls
• Regulatory Compliance
• Stakeholder Management

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefit programs including:

• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off

Pay

$80,000 - $90,000 annually. Final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Benefits

Includes:

• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off

Contact

To learn more about this opportunity, visit our careers site or contact us at talent@alliantenergy.com.