The Environmental Services Department provides comprehensive and innovative utility services for Sunnyvale's residents and businesses and facilitates initiatives to achieve the City's sustainability objectives. The department brings together technical, operational, and administrative professional disciplines to form its dedicated and dynamic team.  We are currently recruiting for an Environmental Engineering Coordinator position to support the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant's Regulatory Programs Division and the Clean Water Program, the long term rebuild program for the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP).  For over 60 years, Sunnyvale's WPCP has performed admirably 24/7 to support Sunnyvale residents. But now, some of the Plant's components are reaching the end of their useful life. The Plant handles waste treatment for the City of Sunnyvale residents and businesses.  Much of the wastewater system's aging infrastructure needs replacing.  While age is the major driver for this replacement, other factors include the need for operational reliability, increased capacity, new regulations and innovative technology that will rebuild the system over the next 20-plus years. All these improvements encompass the Sunnyvale Clean Water Program, which is the City's long-term capital improvement program to renovate the Plant through a series of projects and upgrades. The Environmental Engineering Coordinator will work under the general direction of an Environmental Services Department Division Manager, Senior Environmental Engineer, or WPCP Operations Manager performing professional environmental management duties in the office and field for the Environmental Services Department. The incumbent supports the Clean Water Program by reviewing design documents and technical memoranda for operations and maintenance Implications, reviews construction schedules for impact to operations and coordinate shut-down requests; works with PW Department in sharing information related to WPCP operations and key technical information to help make design decisions and resolve construction conflicts. The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver’s license and a safe driving record is required for this position. The position opens on April 23, 2018 and the final filing date is May 21, 2018 at 5:00 pm . For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled   For over 125 years, Portland General Electric has proudly served Oregon. Our dedication to helping customers is matched by our commitment to providing PGE employees with a diverse array of rewarding career opportunities. Diversity and community are at the heart of what we do for our customers and for each other. We are committed to a team that looks like the Oregon community that we know and love.  PGE team members are creative problem solvers who love to apply themselves to challenges, big and small. We are looking for team members who will grow their skills, their career and their future with us.  Specialist III/IV Environmental Science (R18-168) This position will be located in the Boardman, Oregon area, working at three power plants in the nearby vicinity. Boardman is located on the shore of the picturesque Columbia River, and near the larger communities of Hermiston, Pendleton, and the Tri-Cities Region.  Outdoor activity opportunities abound, and include watersports, hiking, camping, hunting, and fishing.  Portland is less than 3 hours away, directly west down the Columbia River Gorge, with Mt. Hood and a world-class concentration of waterfalls.  Although the role is located in the Boardman area, there will be frequent interaction with and periodic visits to PGE’s Portland headquarters.  In this position, you will provide on-site support to eastside thermal generation sites (Boardman, Carty, and Coyote Springs), serving as primary environmental representative for plants, focal point for interactions with other subject matter experts at PGE headquarter location.  Focus will be on regulatory compliance and reporting as required by Federal and State permits and regulations at eastern Oregon thermal generation sites, with occasional assistance to renewable power generation sites.   Specific responsibilities expected to include:  Environmental & Licensing Services (ELS) lead for eastside thermal plants, with understanding of overall environmental obligations / activities at plants. Serves as initial environmental point of contact for plants, facilitates interactions with various ELS subject matter experts (SMEs), but without necessarily having a role in implementation of activities. Objective is to maintain relationships with plant staff, communicate current and upcoming environmental activities, and help plants with engaging appropriate ELS resources. Involvement level will vary, ranging from initial contact only to extensive involvement throughout activity, dependent on what is needed to ensure best ELS service to plants. ELS program leads will likewise have responsibility of keeping eastside ELS role current on activities. Primary contact for air quality services and support at all three sites. Role supports Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Techs for continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS), but does not replace I&C roles / responsibilities of operating and maintaining CEMS; role is CEMS subject matter expert that can facilitate improvements at plant level, and provide support / direction to I&C Techs. General role of additional “eyes and ears” of ELS at site, with objective of communicating potential solutions to issues identified via on-site presence at plants. Includes monitoring of plant conditions and activities to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and associated company processes and procedures. Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) contact for facilities as appropriate, with close coordination with PGE’s ODOE subject matter expert. Role may typically focus on coordinating with ODOE inspector regarding periodic inspections and reporting. May support additional ODOE activities (e.g., site certificate amendments) as available. Point of contact for environmental communications to generation facility co-owners. Regulatory Review – Review of various environmental regulations, identifying regulatory changes impact to Company operations. Other Environmental Permitting – Participate in wetland, water quality, and other permitting as needed under guidance of subject matter experts.  Generation Compliance Matrix – Implement and improve processes to communicate project to plants and track compliance, with particular focus on areas that are performed by plant staff (vs. those performed directly by Environmental & Licensing Services).  Qualifications :  Experience with assessing Company compliance Strong interpersonal skills and ability to evaluate the viewpoints of regulatory agencies Working knowledge of environmental science methodology and techniques Strong technical writing skills Strong public speaking and instruction training skills Skilled in computer systems, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and ability to learn other software programs as needed Valid driver’s license with a driving history that demonstrates safe driving practices Ability to safely travel to and work from Company generation sites  The successful candidate will typically have a Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 3 or more years of work experience in multi-disciplinary environmental or other related regulatory areas.  The position will be filled at the level that commensurate with the successful candidate’s skills and experience.   Join us today and power your potential!  PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.   To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the deadline: https://PGN.igreentree.com/CSS_External/CSSPage_Referred.ASP?Req=R18-168. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 503-464-7250.  PGE believes in rewarding strong performance. We provide a total compensation package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future.  Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric. Talent Acquisition Contact: Ee Xiong 503-464-7250 Staffing@pgn.com   Connect with us on Twitter (twitter.com/PortlandGeneral), Facebook (facebook.com/portlandgeneralelectric) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com/company/portland-general-electric)   THIS IS AN INTERNAL / EXTERNAL JOB POSTING   Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com And always apply early because employers may close the job listing early.    

This recruitment will remain open until filled.  First review of applications is scheduled for April 5, 2018.  This position will be located in The Dalles or Pendleton. DEQ's mission is to be a leader in restoring, maintaining and enhancing the quality of Oregon's air, land and water. As a regulatory agency whose job is to protect the quality of Oregon's environment, DEQ works with Oregonians for a healthy, sustainable environment. There are three regions, Northwest, Western and  Eastern .  The Regions are responsible for the implementation of Water Quality, Air Quality, and Land Quality Programs. The Regions provide the following services: compliance inspection of regulated entities, enforcement of permit requirements and administrative rules, technical assistance, issuance of air, water, and solid waste permits, investigation of complaints, issuance of subsurface permits in counties, response to spills or other incidents with environmental impacts, direct contact and liaison with other governmental entities, industries and the public, and technical assistance to regulated entities and the public.   DEQ's Eastern Region is recruiting to fill one full-time Natural Resource Specialist 3 position to serve as a Permit Writer and Compliance Specialist.   The purpose of this position is to serve as a waste program permit writer and compliance specialist and provide policy analysis and technical assistance on waste disposal, solid waste reduction and recycling options to local governments and entities in assigned counties.  The  Permit Writer and Compliance Specialist  provides information and guidance regarding rules, permit conditions, and technical requirements for the public and regulated community; conducts site visits, inspections and investigations, reviews, collects and compiles monitoring data, and reviews and drafts permits, permit renewals and permit modifications for waste disposal sites and facilities.  The  Permit Writer and Compliance Specialist  also responds to and resolves complaints, investigates illegal disposal of waste and determines appropriate compliance and enforcement actions.   Duties & Responsibilities Duties of the position include but are not limited to: Waste Permitting and Plan Review Evaluate permit applications or permit modifications, operation plans, design specifications and construction plans, closure plans and other documents related to construction, operation and closure of landfills, transfer stations, material recovery facilities, composting facilities, closed landfills, household hazardous waste facilities, waste tire storage sites, treatment facilities, conversion technology facilities and one time disposal projects.  Draft waste disposal facility permits, beneficial use determinations, memo and letter authorizations and associated reports and documents and writes requests for changes or additional information as needed to determine adequacy and compliance with rules, laws and general environmental protection practices.  Follow appropriate public involvement procedures, coordinates and participates in meetings or hearings to meet procedural requirements, prepares response to comments, prepares final permits and evaluation reports for issuance. Review financial assurance mechanisms and cost estimates for closure and post closure to ensure that the mechanism is in compliance with the rules and the cost estimates adequately cover expected costs. Liaison with EPA and other federal and state agencies, administer grant programs and enforcement of solid waste permits, waste reduction and recycling programs. Inspections and  Investigations Schedules inspections of assigned facilities in ACES (an Oregon DEQ database) and updates and tracks database with inspection information and reports as inspections are completed. Drive to and conduct scheduled inspections at assigned permitted solid waste disposal sites such as landfills, transfer stations, material recovery facilities, composting facilities, closed landfills, household hazardous waste facilities, waste tire storage sites, treatment facilities, and conversion technology facilities to determine compliance with permit conditions and solid waste regulations and/or to verify compliance status. Write detailed reports to document findings at visits and inspections including taking photographs and collecting other detailed data and info. Obtain and evaluate data including taking field samples as needed (soil, gas, and/or surface water samples) and interprets analytical results to determine environmental impacts, determine compliance or identify illegal disposal of waste. Technical Assistance, Compliance Assistance and Consultation Interpret rules, regulations, laws, agency guidance and procedures regarding waste disposal or solid waste management and compliance issues for the public, the regulated community, local governments, other agency staff, or consultants by phone, in person or in writing; provide technical assistance to regulated community to comply with waste regulations. Provide technical assistance and education to local governments, waste advisory committees, other government agencies, private and public solid waste facility owners/operators, and the public. Represent DEQ at informational meetings, public events, city council meetings, Board of County Commissioners, Waste Advisory Committees and/or other local, state and national agencies on issues related to materials management, recycling, waste reduction and waste disposal. Excellent communications skills with the ability to distill and communicate complex technical or policy information to decision makers and the public in a courteous and diplomatic manner. Materials  Management & Solid Waste Policy and Program Development and Operation Serve as project lead and develops and coordinates materials management projects encompassing scope, schedules and deadlines, and necessary plans and resources to complete project. Participate and/or lead policy or technical work projects and teams, advisory committees (DEQ internal groups, local government groups, other state agencies and multi-state groups) focused on waste reduction, materials management, safe management of waste or other emerging environmental issues to develop rules, policies, internal management directives; implement multi-media efforts to achieve environmental and human health protection and carry out materials management program and agency priorities. Independently design and conduct research related to materials management including waste prevention, recycling and safe management of waste.  Establish and define research methodology, scope, content, schedules, and budgets for studies evaluating the effects of projects or programs. Working Conditions Occasional lifting and exertion for short periods.  Must be able to lift 25 pounds. State wide travel to meetings and permitted facilities to observe, inspect, and monitor disposal site planning, development and operations.  Occasional evening and weekend meetings or household hazardous waste collection events. During field activities, there may be exposure to pollutants, chemicals, contaminated soil, water, fumes, airborne contaminants, fall or tripping hazards, etc.  Such conditions may require use of personal safety equipment and protective clothing.  Employee must be trained, monitored and equipped, in accordance with applicable Health and Safety Rules. Must possess a current valid driver's license and be able to drive state vehicles to and from inspections.   Qualifications, Required & Requested Skills   Minimum Qualifications -  To be considered a qualified applicant you must meet the following criteria: Three (3) years of experience  in a physical science, environmental science or closely related natural resource field. At least one year of the experience  must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations,  or  coordinating and monitoring project activities; AND                       A Bachelor's degree  in physical science, environmental science or a closely related natural resource field             OR Three (3) additional years  of related, pertinent experience.                       A Master's degree  in a physical science, environmental science or a closely related natural resource field will substitute for up to  one year  of the required experience. A Doctorate degree  in a physical science, environmental science or a closely related natural resource field will substitute for up to  two years  of the required experience.   NOTE : To receive credit for all required/related coursework, a photocopy of transcripts is required. Requested Skills -  Preference may be given to applicants who can demonstrate knowledge or experience in the following areas: Writing permits Interpreting rules, regulations, laws, and agency procedures regarding waste management and disposal, recycling, waste prevention and materials management Conducting field-work including inspections of businesses and making regulatory determinations for compliance with local, state or federal, air, water or waste regulatory requirements Knowledge of project management methods, techniques and principles and experience with managing complex projects Writing concise and clear reports to make and describe complex regulatory determinations   Additional Information APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS To apply, please follow these steps: Complete the application. We will not accept a resume or position description in place of a completed application. Because of the volume of applications we receive, we do not review any attachments that we do not ask for. The work experience and/or education section of your application must  clearly  demonstrate how you meet all of the minimum and special qualifications listed above. If it does not, we are required to disqualify it. Complete the supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be substantiated with the experience you listed in the work experience section of the application. (Please note that your responses may also be evaluated for grammar, spelling and punctuation.) To receive credit for higher education coursework, transcripts (official or unofficial) must be submitted at the time of application. Note: To protect your confidential information,  please redact (black out)  your social security number on all transcripts before attaching to your application.  VETERANS INFORMATION If you are an eligible veteran and wish to claim veterans' preference points  AND  you also meet the minimum qualifications for this position, the points will be added to your score. For more information on veterans' preference points visit our  Veterans Resource page.  To receive veterans' preference points you MUST attach the following required documentation to your electronic application.  A copy of your DD214/DD215 form;  OR  a letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating you receive a non-service connected pension for the five (5) point preference. A copy of your DD214/DD215 form;  AND  a copy of your veterans' disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs for the ten (10) point preference. Pay Equity As an employer the State of Oregon complies with the Pay Equity Bill. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary from applicable professional experience and education. Please visit  http://www.oregon.gov/das/hr/pages/equity.aspx  for more information.   Work Authorization The Oregon DEQ does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. NEED HELP? If you need assistance to participate in the application process, you are encouraged to email  Carrie Adams  at  adams.carrie@deq.state.or.us  or call (503) 229-5963.    TTY users please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. CONSIDER JOINING US! The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality is a regulatory agency whose job is to protect the quality of Oregon's environment. DEQ  strives to create inclusive environments that welcome and value the diversity of the people we serve. DEQ fosters fairness, equity, and inclusion to create workplace environments where everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, physical stature, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, political affiliation and any other factor applicable by state or federal law.

Job Description: Senior Director, Environmental Compliance   Reporting to the EVP Quality Reliability and Sustainability, the Senior Director of Environmental Compliance is responsible for providing leadership and direction in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of worldwide environmental matters. The role is responsible for establishing the vision, strategy and execution of our environmental management systems and identifying and minimizing environmental risks and liabilities to ensure compliance with all applicable national and international laws and regulations. This position is the primary contact for Bloom Energy (BE) customers, environmental regulatory agencies and all other entities outside the company to lead environmental policy and direction and is the main contact to address all environmental questions and issues in both written and verbal situations. This role works collaboratively with Marketing, Sales, Operations, Service, Installations, Quality and Legal to provide uniform and consistent direction in support of Bloom’s mission. The ideal candidate must have proven strong executive leadership skills, excellent working knowledge of the environmental and political landscape and strong fundamental engineering knowledge in chemical, mechanical and electrical engineering.     Role and Responsibilities : Provide overall leadership for BE’s Environmental Compliance Program covering both US as well as international regulations. Track national and international environmental policy and develop strategies to influence areas relevant to Bloom. Develop and directs short and long term organizational goals, objectives, strategic plans, policies and operational procedures; monitors and evaluates effectiveness, and effects changes required for continual improvement. Develop and foster strong relationships with BE customers as well as regulators at all levels of governmental agencies to ensure the continued effectiveness of environmental programs. Anticipate the potential for environmental risk and minimize the impact of new or changing environmental regulations by recommending actions to BE management and managing follow-on implementation. Provide hands on technical expertise to the Company on emerging environmental issues and new laws and on regulatory compliance issues including those involving contacts with outside entities such as regulatory agencies and environmental consultants. Leads and develops an effective Environmental Audit program worldwide to ensure compliance at customers, suppliers and BE obligated facilities. Audit and engage Engineering, Field Service and Installations team to assure designs and processes support and maintain environmentally sound compliance. Act as subject matter expert in support of customer sales engagements to include addressing Environmental questions including permits and compliance that might be included in the sale of the BE system. Continue this engagement with customers through product installation and field operation to manage on-going customer environmental inquiries throughout the life of the BE contract. Liaise with the EVP and General Counsel as well as the leaders of Installations and Product Support to proactively support their requests and maintain Legal records as needed to meet BE obligations to customers, suppliers and other agencies. Ensure all BE environmental permit for BE facilities and other BE obligations are up-to date and maintained properly. Develop and maintain a reporting process that establishes and maintains metrics and targets used to measure and communicate environmental performance to US Government, State Governments and International Agencies. Assist EVP Marketing and EVP of Sales in the development of marketing materials on Bloom’s sustainability benefits including emissions reductions.   Required Skills and Experience: 15+ years professional experience; minimum 10 years relevant environmental experience Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, and regulations. Examples include The Clean Air Act (CAA), the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), and Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA). Strong technical expertise in the area of compliance and experience working with regulators Excellent working knowledge of the environmental and political landscape and strong fundamental engineering knowledge in chemical, materiel science, mechanical and electrical engineering.  (Advanced qualifications in one of the above preferred). Ability to manage complex projects that include both internal and external stakeholders, customers and regulators in a concise, efficient manner. Proven ability to break down complex technical issues, into actionable solutions, that customers can implement. Strong history of dedication and follow-thorough to meeting the expectations and requirements of all customers; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Excellent executive leadership skills, exceptional communication, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Make strategic well educated decisions based upon a mixture of data analysis, experience and judgment.  Based on a proven track record, is sought out by others for advice and solutions. Effectively cope with ambiguity and change; can make appropriate business decisions in an environment that is in a state of flux; embraces change to support company goals and objectives; learns quickly, adapts to organizational changes, designs and directs compliant workable business solutions in a changing regulatory environment Strong experience working with both Legal Counsel and International regulators as well as US Federal, State, County and City regulators Adheres to and promotes an appropriate set of core values and ethical conduct consistent with all laws and regulations Demonstrated ability to interface and work collaboratively across internal departments building strong and cooperative working relationships'  Maintaining confidentiality of work related information and materials. Demonstrated strong project management skills. Ability to influence executives and key stakeholders on strategic decisions. Self-motivated and highly organized, thrives in a dynamic environment. Must have experience of addressing Media. International and domestic travel required.