Regulatory Compliance Student

KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 520,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.

About the Role

This position is intended to support the environmental and natural gas regulatory compliance work groups.

Responsibilities

• conducting research and drafting concise summaries on environmental issues, regulations, and technologies
• assisting with the development of procedures, spreadsheets, job aids, and training materials
• assisting with or conducting field assignments, site visits, facility audits, and inspections
• assisting with the development of event materials
• conducting administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and data analysis
• other projects, tasks, and duties will be assigned as needed

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be and maintain full-time student status of an accredited college or university pursuing an Associates, Bachelors, or a graduate-level degree
• Have and maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher
• Must be available to work a minimum of 15 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Good oral and written communication
• Excellent attention to detail
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Valid driver's license

Physical Requirements:

• Works primarily in an office setting, but regular field visits and activities required
• Requires bending, stooping, some lifting, working in awkward and strenuous positions at times, and mobility over rough terrain

Preferred Requirements:

• Pursuing a Bachelors or advanced degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Policy or other applicable science or engineering degree from an accredited college or university
• Ability to write reports, summaries, and articles that require minimal review
• Experience with using MS Office, Microstation, AutoCad, and/or Geographical Information Systems (Intergraph and/or ESRI)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills

Skills

Key skills for this role include:

• Good oral and written communication
• Excellent attention to detail
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to write clear reports and summaries
• Experience with MS Office, Microstation, AutoCad, and/or GIS (Intergraph/ESRI) (preferred)
• Strong organizational abilities
• Valid driver's license

Schedule

15-29 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM.