Environmental Specialist II/Environmental Specialist III (Renewables Construction)
Job Specific Information
| Job Title: | Environmental Specialist II |
| Location | CLEARINGHOUSE BUILDI |
| RICHMOND, VA 23219 | |
| Business Unit | Services |
| Operating Group | Envir, Legal, Compliance & Sustain |
| Pay Grade | Pay Grade 39 |
| Salary Range | 71400 - 114000 |
| AIP Tier | 10 |
| Hiring Manager | Amelia Hayward Boschen |
| Recruiter | W Markwood Carlton |
| HRBP | Jean B Hinson |
| Requisition Number | 47959 |
This posting closes on February 7, 2025.
Our internal posting policy requires that you have been in your current position (same title, department, and location) for at least 12 months**, or that you have obtained approval from your current supervisor/manager to apply for this position.
**Please note for DEV Customer Projects Designer I roles there is a three (3) year commitment that includes a two (2) year training program. Dominion Energy Credit Union employees require a three (3) year commitment before applying for other positions. Customer Contact Specialists I and II require a two (2) year commitment as a Dominion Energy employee in Customer Contact Operations before applying for other positions.
By applying to this position, I certify that I meet these requirements.
We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.
Job Summary
This position will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications.
Position has responsibility for evaluating assigned projects to determine environmental permitting requirements, obtaining environmental permits for projects, providing environmental compliance support, and coordinating with Dominion Energy development and project teams. Primary focus is environmental due diligence and construction permitting support for solar development and other renewable energy projects, but work will involve other duties as assigned.
Job duties include:
- Review projects under consideration for development or acquisition by Dominion Energy for compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations.
- Determine environmental permit applicability for assigned projects with specific knowledge of Section Clean Water Act 404/401, Endangered Species Act Section 7, National Historic Preservation Act Section 106, Erosion and Sediment Control, and Stormwater Management Programs;
- Prepare applications and secure environmental permits or clearances required for construction;
- Communicate environmental compliance requirements to project teams and field personnel;
- Provide technical assistance to sites/projects for environmental compliance;
- Provide interpretation of environmental permits and regulations to ensure that compliance dates and requirements are met;
- Conduct problem analysis and developing compliance strategies;
- Prepare compliance tools and conduct training as requested;
- Write and edit reports related to environmental programs;
- Carry out communication and coordination with regulatory agency representatives, negotiate permit conditions, represent Dominion Energy during regulatory inspections, and other regulatory meetings;
- Manage oversight, tracking, and assignment of compliance and permitting tasks for multiple facilities/projects
- Manage oversight and technical direction of contractors and consultants including preparation of scopes of work, purchase requisitions, permit applications, permit support materials, and invoice approval;
- Represent company before regulatory agencies, industry groups, and the public on environmental issues.
- Adhere to Dominion Energy environmental policy, guidance, and work practices;
- Adhere to Dominion Energy safety rules and safety performance expectations.
Please note: Corporate relocation benefits are available based on relocation program requirements.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Environmental Specialist II - 2-3 yrs directly related experience (Note: A Master's degree will count as one year of experience. A partial year of six months or more experience will be rounded up to one year)
Environmental Specialist III - 5-7 yrs directly related experience (Note: A Master's degree will count as one year of experience. A partial year of six months or more experience will be rounded up to one year)
Specific knowledge, skills, abilities and experience include:
- Experience with related environmental permitting in the state of Virginia is highly preferred.
- Experience with permits related to wetlands (including threatened and endangered species and cultural and historical resource coordination), erosion and sediment control, and or stormwater management experience preferred.
- Full cycle environmental permitting experience that includes determination of need to obtaining related permits is desired (start to finish).
- License or ability to obtain a license to operate a motor vehicle is required.
- Ability to work in both office setting and at industrial sites is required.
- Ability to work outdoors in potential weather extremes (heat, cold) is required.
- Regulatory agency experience or experience representing an organization with regulatory agencies is a plus.
- Environmental permitting experience in multiple states is a plus.
- Experience overseeing consultants and strong negotiation skills are a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage details, multiple tasks, and hard deadlines is essential.
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and ability to effectively work in team environment are essential.
- Effective computer skills (MS office) and ability to work with electronic record management systems are essential.
Education Requirements
Bachelor Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education
Preferred Discipline(s): Engineering, Science
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Working Conditions
Other Working Conditions
May be required to worik in a field environment and exposed to extreme temperature and weather 25 to 50%.
Test Description
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Other Information
We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.
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