Environmental Analyst - Salt Lake City, UT - #105277
PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.
General Purpose
Conducts analysis through research, gathering and interpretation of data, development of alternatives and recommendations. Presents analysis and recommendations to management and may implement selected alternative. Analyses include, but are not limited to, feasibility studies, cost/benefit analysis, trending/forecasting, financial analysis, budget analysis and reporting. Specifically, this position will primarily provide professional level services for ensuring the company complies with regulatory requirements of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and state and federal regulations relating to avian protection, and other environmental requirements associated with company, generation, distribution, transmission and substation operations.
Responsibilities
- Monitor avian data collection and ensure that reporting is carried out in accordance with company policy, federal and state regulations.
- Provide environmental support for company avian program.
- Assist with development of retrofitting jobs to address avian electrocutions and collisions.
- Provide guidance on nest management efforts and nest buffers during construction.
- Conduct training and provide technical support for company field operations, engineering, construction, and other business units relative to avian protection.
- Provide general environmental support as needed for all Rocky Mountain Power environmental programs, including environmental compliance for power generation, distribution, and transmission.
Requirements
- Bachelor s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Wildlife Biology, or Environmental Sciences or Engineering; or the equivalent combination of related education and experience.
- A minimum of three years experience in environmental or regulatory matters.
- Working knowledge of regulations related to birds, other wildlife, threatened/endangered species, and public lands.
- Data gathering, analysis, interpretation, trending, forecasting, and modeling skills.
- Knowledge of applicable Company policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.
- Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze, and model information.
- Communication and interpersonal skills including ability to consult with internal and external customers regarding matters/issues which may be sensitive in nature.
- Ability to understand/interpret environmental compliance requirements for various applications including wildlife, land, water, air and waste.
- Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds; ability to work as a member of a team. Ability to present alternatives and recommendations.
- Ability to prioritize workload under pressure.
Preferences
- Experience with avian Protection Plans for electric utilities.
- Specialized knowledge BGEPA, MBTA, and ESA.
- GIS skills.
Additional Information
Req Id:
105277
Company Code:
PacifiCorp
Primary Location:
SALT LAKE CITY
Department:
Rocky Mountain Power
Schedule:
Full-Time
Personnel Subarea:
Exempt
Hiring Range:
$81,800 - $96,200
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
At PacifiCorp, we encourage everyone to work together. We embrace diversity and value the distinct perspectives of all our employees. We strive to cultivate a workplace that connects each employee to the organization and enables all individuals to participate and contribute to their full potential.
It is PacifiCorp's policy to provide and promote equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations governing personnel activities. In accordance with federal guidelines, PacifiCorp is committed to a program of affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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