sPower is an established and rapidly growing renewable energy company headquartered in Salt Lake City, with additional offices in San Francisco, Long Beach, and New York. sPower seeks an PV Solar Maintenance Scheduler/Planner with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the Renewable Energy industry with a focus on Solar Photovoltaic systems. Duties will include supporting all operational plants within the work order management system, inventory management systems, and scheduling preventative maintenance.
Core Competencies: • Scheduling preventative maintenance for utility and distributed PV Solar plants• Dispatching technicians for corrective maintenance tasks• Managing spare parts utilizing inventory management systems• Experience with utility-scale solar photovoltaic systems• Exceptional organizational, communication, decision making/problem solving, analytical and time management skills• Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)• Hands on knowledge of various SCADA and DAS systems• Team player with strong initiative, able to work autonomously to complete tasks• Knowledge and experience with medium and high-voltage electrical transmission systems and substations• Working knowledge of servicing inverters and PV systems• Teamwork – ability to work with a team of O&M professionals to solve problems quickly and efficiently• Ability to read, understand electrical, civil, and structural plans• Ability to read, understand maintenance contracts and scopes of work• Understanding of logistics and operations in a service environment• Proficiency on a PC computer with basic hardware, software, and networking abilities• Understanding of OSHA and other workplace safety requirements Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Specific duties will include: • Utilizing the Sprocket work order management system to schedule and track work• Interpreting maintenance scopes of work• Utilizing the inventory management system• Utilizing Concur system for purchase orders, invoicing, and procurement• Dispatch and schedule contractors and service providers and approve invoices• Procure spare parts through distributors or directly with manufacturers• Work with vendors for product technical support, warranties and logistics• Usage of Microsoft Office suite of support programs• Data room management for technical document uploads and project document organization in ShareFile• Travel to sites as required to support O&M Team• Review technical documents and studies• Operate a forklift and other warehouse activities Minimum Qualifications: • Associates Degree in Management AND• 3-5 years of experience with exposure to the following areas: • PV solar construction• PV solar Operations and Maintenance• Scheduling/planning• Project management• Control room monitoring Compensation: • Commensurate with experience; competitive. Travel: • Travel to project sites for servicing, training and inspections, and other sPower offices
Nov 14, 2019
Full time
sPower is an established and rapidly growing renewable energy company headquartered in Salt Lake City, with additional offices in San Francisco, Long Beach, and New York. sPower seeks an PV Solar Maintenance Scheduler/Planner with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the Renewable Energy industry with a focus on Solar Photovoltaic systems. Duties will include supporting all operational plants within the work order management system, inventory management systems, and scheduling preventative maintenance.
Core Competencies: • Scheduling preventative maintenance for utility and distributed PV Solar plants• Dispatching technicians for corrective maintenance tasks• Managing spare parts utilizing inventory management systems• Experience with utility-scale solar photovoltaic systems• Exceptional organizational, communication, decision making/problem solving, analytical and time management skills• Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)• Hands on knowledge of various SCADA and DAS systems• Team player with strong initiative, able to work autonomously to complete tasks• Knowledge and experience with medium and high-voltage electrical transmission systems and substations• Working knowledge of servicing inverters and PV systems• Teamwork – ability to work with a team of O&M professionals to solve problems quickly and efficiently• Ability to read, understand electrical, civil, and structural plans• Ability to read, understand maintenance contracts and scopes of work• Understanding of logistics and operations in a service environment• Proficiency on a PC computer with basic hardware, software, and networking abilities• Understanding of OSHA and other workplace safety requirements Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Specific duties will include: • Utilizing the Sprocket work order management system to schedule and track work• Interpreting maintenance scopes of work• Utilizing the inventory management system• Utilizing Concur system for purchase orders, invoicing, and procurement• Dispatch and schedule contractors and service providers and approve invoices• Procure spare parts through distributors or directly with manufacturers• Work with vendors for product technical support, warranties and logistics• Usage of Microsoft Office suite of support programs• Data room management for technical document uploads and project document organization in ShareFile• Travel to sites as required to support O&M Team• Review technical documents and studies• Operate a forklift and other warehouse activities Minimum Qualifications: • Associates Degree in Management AND• 3-5 years of experience with exposure to the following areas: • PV solar construction• PV solar Operations and Maintenance• Scheduling/planning• Project management• Control room monitoring Compensation: • Commensurate with experience; competitive. Travel: • Travel to project sites for servicing, training and inspections, and other sPower offices
Service Description : Green Iowa AmeriCorps operates through the University of Northern Iowa’s Center for Energy and Environmental Education (UNI CEEE) in Cedar Falls. The program looking to recruit passionate and motivated individuals for a six-month service experience, beginning February 2020, in one of our service locations throughout Iowa. As a member of our new and existing programs sites, you will have the opportunity to create plans in conjunction with city officials, nonprofit leaders, school districts, and execute projects that will greatly impact the communities we serve. The leadership and empowerment experienced as part of our program will be like no other!
Our program hopes to train the next generation of ‘green-collar’ workers through a combination of field trips, presentations, and hands-on learning. Members have the opportunity to build leadership abilities through specific coordinator roles, which allow each member to contribute unique skills to the program. Members have access to free trainings, hands-on skill development, and extensive community engagement.
Our mission is empowering Iowa's communities and school districts to make more environmental, conservation-minded decisions and improvements through direct service work, environmental education, professional development opportunities and volunteer engagement. Green Iowa AmeriCorps consists of three branches: Energy & Community, Sustainable Schools and Land & Water Stewards. Each branch of our program will provide AmeriCorps members with the unique opportunity to enhance their professional development goals, cultivate community-wide relationships, and work toward making Iowa a more sustainable, eco-nomic state.
Energy & Community - members serve in a team-based setting providing residential energy efficiency services to underserved populations, conducting environmental education, and engaging in community service projects with available service locations in Cedar Falls , Cedar Rapids , Des Moines & Dubuque
Sustainable Schools -members serve in Iowa school districts as sustainability coordinators to reduce energy and waste, support teachers and students in environment education efforts, and create project based learning opportunities with available service locations in Vinton-Shellsburg CSD & Waverly-Shell Rock CSD
Land & Water Stewards -members create environmental education and community programming related to healthy water and land stewardship in conjunction with many local and state partners with service locations in Cedar Falls
Program Benefits : Federal Loan Deferment , Training and Certification, Individualized Professional Development opportunities, Segal Education Award upon successful completion, Monthly Living stipend, Leadership experience, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualification , Interest Accrual Repayment
Living Allowance : Energy & Community AND Land & Water Stewards - $6,996.00 (TOTAL FOR 6 MONTHS) Sustainable Schools - $4,938.00 (TOTAL FOR 6 MONTHS) Living allowances are distributed evenly in monthly installments over the course of the service term.
Segal Education Award : Energy & Community AND Land & Water Stewards - $3,047.50 Sustainable Schools - $2,321.00. Education Awards are contingent upon successful completion of the program.
Terms: Position based on completion of 900 hours (E/C and LWS) of service in a full-time work schedule (37-38 hours/week) OR 675 hours (SS) of service in a reduced full-time scheduled (27-28 hours/week); flexible vacation and sick leave. Outside employment available during the off hours, school attendance available during off hours
Service Areas: Neighborhood Revitalization, Habitat Restoration, Housing, Community Engagement, Storm Water Management, Outreach Education, Community and Economic Development, Environment, and Capacity Building
Oct 23, 2019
Flexible - Several Options
Service Description : Green Iowa AmeriCorps operates through the University of Northern Iowa’s Center for Energy and Environmental Education (UNI CEEE) in Cedar Falls. The program looking to recruit passionate and motivated individuals for a six-month service experience, beginning February 2020, in one of our service locations throughout Iowa. As a member of our new and existing programs sites, you will have the opportunity to create plans in conjunction with city officials, nonprofit leaders, school districts, and execute projects that will greatly impact the communities we serve. The leadership and empowerment experienced as part of our program will be like no other!
Our program hopes to train the next generation of ‘green-collar’ workers through a combination of field trips, presentations, and hands-on learning. Members have the opportunity to build leadership abilities through specific coordinator roles, which allow each member to contribute unique skills to the program. Members have access to free trainings, hands-on skill development, and extensive community engagement.
Our mission is empowering Iowa's communities and school districts to make more environmental, conservation-minded decisions and improvements through direct service work, environmental education, professional development opportunities and volunteer engagement. Green Iowa AmeriCorps consists of three branches: Energy & Community, Sustainable Schools and Land & Water Stewards. Each branch of our program will provide AmeriCorps members with the unique opportunity to enhance their professional development goals, cultivate community-wide relationships, and work toward making Iowa a more sustainable, eco-nomic state.
Energy & Community - members serve in a team-based setting providing residential energy efficiency services to underserved populations, conducting environmental education, and engaging in community service projects with available service locations in Cedar Falls , Cedar Rapids , Des Moines & Dubuque
Sustainable Schools -members serve in Iowa school districts as sustainability coordinators to reduce energy and waste, support teachers and students in environment education efforts, and create project based learning opportunities with available service locations in Vinton-Shellsburg CSD & Waverly-Shell Rock CSD
Land & Water Stewards -members create environmental education and community programming related to healthy water and land stewardship in conjunction with many local and state partners with service locations in Cedar Falls
Program Benefits : Federal Loan Deferment , Training and Certification, Individualized Professional Development opportunities, Segal Education Award upon successful completion, Monthly Living stipend, Leadership experience, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualification , Interest Accrual Repayment
Living Allowance : Energy & Community AND Land & Water Stewards - $6,996.00 (TOTAL FOR 6 MONTHS) Sustainable Schools - $4,938.00 (TOTAL FOR 6 MONTHS) Living allowances are distributed evenly in monthly installments over the course of the service term.
Segal Education Award : Energy & Community AND Land & Water Stewards - $3,047.50 Sustainable Schools - $2,321.00. Education Awards are contingent upon successful completion of the program.
Terms: Position based on completion of 900 hours (E/C and LWS) of service in a full-time work schedule (37-38 hours/week) OR 675 hours (SS) of service in a reduced full-time scheduled (27-28 hours/week); flexible vacation and sick leave. Outside employment available during the off hours, school attendance available during off hours
Service Areas: Neighborhood Revitalization, Habitat Restoration, Housing, Community Engagement, Storm Water Management, Outreach Education, Community and Economic Development, Environment, and Capacity Building
Job
Summary :
The Chief Resilience and Sustainability Officer (CRSO) is responsible for the development, oversight and delivery initiatives targeted at adopting sustainable practices and improving the Village of Key Biscayne’s resilience to disrupting events. Works with various departments to develop a clear and compelling vision, strategy, and programs to support community resilience and sustainable practices. The role will be responsible for identifying environmental threats and risks, reducing exposure through coordination with emergency management and preparedness, developing mitigation programs and working on long term sustainable practices to promote economic, social and environmental development of the community.
Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Village Manager and is reviewed based on accuracy, timeliness and effectiveness of results achieved.
Customer Service :
To serve the residents, visitors, vendors and employees of the Village with respect, helpfulness, friendliness, efficiency, cost effectiveness, and patience that reflects the mission, values and operating principles of the Village of Key Biscayne.
Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in environmental science, engineering, architecture, and/or other related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional and leadership experience in the area of resiliency and sustainability, including sound strategy formulation, engagement, and project delivery.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Project Management Certification or considerable experience in project management.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Must have current State of Florida driver's license.
Ability to fluently speak, hear, read and write the English language. Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
Must be non-smoker.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
The governmental planning and development functions are highly preferred.
Sustainability planning, urban or regional planning, engineering, large scale infrastructure projects and/or economic development is highly desirable.
Applicable federal, state, and county laws and developments as it pertains to resilience and sustainability.
Ability to:
Collaborate internally with other departments and externally with other cities, county, government agencies.
Analyze, research, and interpret grant guidelines.
Independently research and analyze information and to propose programs and projects.
Write clear and concise proposals, reports, correspondence, and other related work.
Present proposals, reports, and accomplishments to Council, the community and other organizations.
Effectively communicate both in writing and orally, including making public or staff presentations.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Establish and maintain effective working relationship with a variety of individuals and diverse groups, and to develop a consensus on specific issues.
Prioritize work, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments, the general public, and others.
Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Maintain good planning and organizational skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Include the following:
Objectively, assesses and prioritizes the greatest threats to the Village’s operations, harnessing the expertise and resources across the Village departments, other jurisdictions, and the community.
Creation and implementation of a cohesive sustainability and resilience strategy and plan, coordinate and direct sustainability and resilience efforts across all Village departments.
Coordinates, develops, and manages the integration and communication of sustainability policies, resilience strategy and associated initiatives and practices for the Village in collaboration with the Community Engagement and Communications Officer.
Develops and works closely with department heads to implement a full range of programs to reduce the environmental impacts of Village operations through tactics involving energy efficiency, renewable energy, climate, transportation, green building, water quality, air quality, biodiversity, waste reduction, green products, natural land preservation, community engagement and other related activities.
Provides resilience planning support and works collaboratively with the Village’s team to assist with tasks such as vulnerability assessment, identifying priority need areas and actionable initiatives, metrics of success and monitoring, best practices, community mobilization.
Analyzes state and federal polices and legislation relating directly and indirectly to climate change and sustainability and make recommendations on action when appropriate.
Responsible for benchmarking existing efforts and metrics and collaborates with Finance Director on pursuing creative financial solutions including tax credits, rebate programs, revolving loan funds as well as grant opportunities to fund projects and programs.
Researches reports and analyzes data on global warming, climate change, carbon emissions and alternative fuel sources; generates feasibility and cost analysis reports used to formulate alternative initiatives to attain the Village's sustainability goals.
Achieves results in building and sustaining a livable and inclusive community; with emphasis on educational excellence, healthy neighborhoods and people, environmental quality, natural resource protection, strategic economic development, growing a green economy, quality jobs, community safety, and arts and culture.
Collaborates with Community Engagement and Communications Officer to provide public outreach and education on matters related to climate change and sustainability.
Fosters external relationships with partner municipalities, regional organizations, civic groups, community foundations, local businesses, and residents with the goal of aiding interagency and community communication and collaboration with respect to resiliency efforts
Responsible for managing capital and other projects through conceptual stages, planning, construction, and project delivery as assigned.
Explores innovative transportation practices, storm water, and solid waste approaches and expands upon current Village practices.
Develops and implements preventative and planned maintenance programs, utility conservation methods, and annual work programs that ensure Village facilities are operate according to sustainable practices.
Researches and identifies grant opportunities relevant to Village of Key Biscayne’s resilience and sustainability goals, objectives, and long- range plan. Identifies potential programs, training, and resources available through grants or alternative funding.
Participate in planning and developing grant proposals or similar funding requests to obtain additional funding from state, federal and private entities.
Perform related work as required by the Village Manager or designee.
Other duties as assigned.
Dec 12, 2019
Full time
Job
Summary :
The Chief Resilience and Sustainability Officer (CRSO) is responsible for the development, oversight and delivery initiatives targeted at adopting sustainable practices and improving the Village of Key Biscayne’s resilience to disrupting events. Works with various departments to develop a clear and compelling vision, strategy, and programs to support community resilience and sustainable practices. The role will be responsible for identifying environmental threats and risks, reducing exposure through coordination with emergency management and preparedness, developing mitigation programs and working on long term sustainable practices to promote economic, social and environmental development of the community.
Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Village Manager and is reviewed based on accuracy, timeliness and effectiveness of results achieved.
Customer Service :
To serve the residents, visitors, vendors and employees of the Village with respect, helpfulness, friendliness, efficiency, cost effectiveness, and patience that reflects the mission, values and operating principles of the Village of Key Biscayne.
Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in environmental science, engineering, architecture, and/or other related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional and leadership experience in the area of resiliency and sustainability, including sound strategy formulation, engagement, and project delivery.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Project Management Certification or considerable experience in project management.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Must have current State of Florida driver's license.
Ability to fluently speak, hear, read and write the English language. Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
Must be non-smoker.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
The governmental planning and development functions are highly preferred.
Sustainability planning, urban or regional planning, engineering, large scale infrastructure projects and/or economic development is highly desirable.
Applicable federal, state, and county laws and developments as it pertains to resilience and sustainability.
Ability to:
Collaborate internally with other departments and externally with other cities, county, government agencies.
Analyze, research, and interpret grant guidelines.
Independently research and analyze information and to propose programs and projects.
Write clear and concise proposals, reports, correspondence, and other related work.
Present proposals, reports, and accomplishments to Council, the community and other organizations.
Effectively communicate both in writing and orally, including making public or staff presentations.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Establish and maintain effective working relationship with a variety of individuals and diverse groups, and to develop a consensus on specific issues.
Prioritize work, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments, the general public, and others.
Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Maintain good planning and organizational skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Include the following:
Objectively, assesses and prioritizes the greatest threats to the Village’s operations, harnessing the expertise and resources across the Village departments, other jurisdictions, and the community.
Creation and implementation of a cohesive sustainability and resilience strategy and plan, coordinate and direct sustainability and resilience efforts across all Village departments.
Coordinates, develops, and manages the integration and communication of sustainability policies, resilience strategy and associated initiatives and practices for the Village in collaboration with the Community Engagement and Communications Officer.
Develops and works closely with department heads to implement a full range of programs to reduce the environmental impacts of Village operations through tactics involving energy efficiency, renewable energy, climate, transportation, green building, water quality, air quality, biodiversity, waste reduction, green products, natural land preservation, community engagement and other related activities.
Provides resilience planning support and works collaboratively with the Village’s team to assist with tasks such as vulnerability assessment, identifying priority need areas and actionable initiatives, metrics of success and monitoring, best practices, community mobilization.
Analyzes state and federal polices and legislation relating directly and indirectly to climate change and sustainability and make recommendations on action when appropriate.
Responsible for benchmarking existing efforts and metrics and collaborates with Finance Director on pursuing creative financial solutions including tax credits, rebate programs, revolving loan funds as well as grant opportunities to fund projects and programs.
Researches reports and analyzes data on global warming, climate change, carbon emissions and alternative fuel sources; generates feasibility and cost analysis reports used to formulate alternative initiatives to attain the Village's sustainability goals.
Achieves results in building and sustaining a livable and inclusive community; with emphasis on educational excellence, healthy neighborhoods and people, environmental quality, natural resource protection, strategic economic development, growing a green economy, quality jobs, community safety, and arts and culture.
Collaborates with Community Engagement and Communications Officer to provide public outreach and education on matters related to climate change and sustainability.
Fosters external relationships with partner municipalities, regional organizations, civic groups, community foundations, local businesses, and residents with the goal of aiding interagency and community communication and collaboration with respect to resiliency efforts
Responsible for managing capital and other projects through conceptual stages, planning, construction, and project delivery as assigned.
Explores innovative transportation practices, storm water, and solid waste approaches and expands upon current Village practices.
Develops and implements preventative and planned maintenance programs, utility conservation methods, and annual work programs that ensure Village facilities are operate according to sustainable practices.
Researches and identifies grant opportunities relevant to Village of Key Biscayne’s resilience and sustainability goals, objectives, and long- range plan. Identifies potential programs, training, and resources available through grants or alternative funding.
Participate in planning and developing grant proposals or similar funding requests to obtain additional funding from state, federal and private entities.
Perform related work as required by the Village Manager or designee.
Other duties as assigned.
Position Summary:
The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)’s China Program is seeking a full-time Urban Policy Analyst (consultant) for its China Sustainable Cities Project. Using international experiences, the China Sustainable Cities Project promotes best practices in carbon peaking strategies, sustainable transportation, sustainable consumption, and green buildings for Chinese cities. This position is based in Beijing.
Responsibilities
Successful candidates will assist the China Sustainable Cities team in the following capacity:
Conduct research and case studies; analyze urban data with appropriate tools to offer policy recommendations
Draft and publish reports, briefs, and other substantive documents
Assist in the coordination and development of key partnerships (government, research institutes, academia, other NGOs)
Support daily work in Cities Project as needed.
Qualifications
Master’s degree(s) in areas related to urban planning, transportation, green buildings, etc.
Two or more years of relevant work experience;
Understanding and knowledge of urban sustainability and China-specific urbanization issues;
Strong analytical skills on policy and data-based assessment;
Proven ability to conduct research tasks independently;
Excellent professional writing and oral presentation skills in Chinese;
Fluency in English;
A good team player and quick learner; self-motivated and hardworking
NRDC is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience.
Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !
Dec 12, 2019
Position Summary:
The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)’s China Program is seeking a full-time Urban Policy Analyst (consultant) for its China Sustainable Cities Project. Using international experiences, the China Sustainable Cities Project promotes best practices in carbon peaking strategies, sustainable transportation, sustainable consumption, and green buildings for Chinese cities. This position is based in Beijing.
Responsibilities
Successful candidates will assist the China Sustainable Cities team in the following capacity:
Conduct research and case studies; analyze urban data with appropriate tools to offer policy recommendations
Draft and publish reports, briefs, and other substantive documents
Assist in the coordination and development of key partnerships (government, research institutes, academia, other NGOs)
Support daily work in Cities Project as needed.
Qualifications
Master’s degree(s) in areas related to urban planning, transportation, green buildings, etc.
Two or more years of relevant work experience;
Understanding and knowledge of urban sustainability and China-specific urbanization issues;
Strong analytical skills on policy and data-based assessment;
Proven ability to conduct research tasks independently;
Excellent professional writing and oral presentation skills in Chinese;
Fluency in English;
A good team player and quick learner; self-motivated and hardworking
NRDC is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience.
Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !
Purpose of the Job
In charge of Ecodesign for tenders & projects (T&P)
Feed the Environmental Management System (ISO14001) with ecodesign input and activities
Manage & improve environmental performance of products
Provide expertise on Life Cycle Assessment
Contribute to Ecodesign R&D and to expertise continuous improvement
Responsibilities:
Environmental Management System – ISO 14001 :
Propose Ecodesign yearly commitment and work plan
Propose and follow ecodesign dashboard for solutions/products
Contribute to EMS (Environmental Management System) and its processes
Realize compliance assessment
Ecodesign Referential :
Deploy and apply ecodesign referential in T&P (Tenders &Projects), R&D, Expertise activities
Tenders & Projects main missions
Ensure Ecodesign expertise for local platform, subsystems, tenders and projects
Perform Ecodesign activities on tenders (contractual and legal requirements analysis and positioning)
Prepare Ecodesign management plan and specifications (train or compo level)
Participate to design (train or compo level) in order to insure achievement of ecodesign commitments (Participate to relevant Design Reviews and Gate Reviews meetings, propose corrective actions and risk mitigation plan)
Realize and update Ecodesign studies until delivery of the last train Implement relevant Ecodesign R&D and CCN (Core Competency Network) results in projects
R&D main missions (if assigned to R&D missions)
Propose, lead and manage R&D actions in the context of product improvement and/or methodologies for Ecodesign within QCD (Quality Cost Delay) commitment
Provide expertise with LCA
Develop innovative methodologies to be applied as a standard in the design process of products nd solutions.
Expertise continuous improvement main missions
Propose & Support Ecodesign managers and CCN (Core Competence Network) leader for updating and developing ecodesign referential
Propose & Support Ecodesign referent and CCN leader with continuous REX (Return of EXeprience) to improve the relevant methodologies
Report to Ecodesign Managers and CCN leader burning issues (technical or methodological)
Ensure training & awareness actions to non-Ecodesign people and/or to Ecodesign engineer
Performance Measurement/Key Performance Indicator's
Ecodesign activities on T&P. On Time Delivery
Ecodesign studies for R&D. On Time Delivery Customers satisfaction
Network & Links
Ecodesign community & CCNL (Core Competency Network Leader)
Ecodesign Platform DirectorTenders
Projects teamsSourcing & Purchasing
Engineering
EHS
Knowledge & Experience :
Ecodesign Engineer / Material Engineer with environmental competencies / Engineer generalist with material competenciesExperience in industry sector
International Standards and Regulation knowledge for environmental issues (hazardous substances, environmental communication, energy efficiency, end-of-life…) - knowledge of ISO14001v2015 is appreciated as well as auditor certification
Skills in environmental assessment (LCA, carbonfootprint…) and related tools (software: EIME, GaBi, ecotransit...)
Good communication skills, pro-activity, team working
English conversational/writing/reading advanced level mandatory
French conversational/reading advanced level is preferred
At Alstom Transport, we offer you the opportunity to unleash your potential and reinvent yourself. As a future employee, you will have a unique opportunity to drive our organization forward, while continuing to build your career and contribute to the expanding growth of the global railway industry. More information about Alstom can be found at: www.alstom.com
Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !
Dec 12, 2019
Full time
Purpose of the Job
In charge of Ecodesign for tenders & projects (T&P)
Feed the Environmental Management System (ISO14001) with ecodesign input and activities
Manage & improve environmental performance of products
Provide expertise on Life Cycle Assessment
Contribute to Ecodesign R&D and to expertise continuous improvement
Responsibilities:
Environmental Management System – ISO 14001 :
Propose Ecodesign yearly commitment and work plan
Propose and follow ecodesign dashboard for solutions/products
Contribute to EMS (Environmental Management System) and its processes
Realize compliance assessment
Ecodesign Referential :
Deploy and apply ecodesign referential in T&P (Tenders &Projects), R&D, Expertise activities
Tenders & Projects main missions
Ensure Ecodesign expertise for local platform, subsystems, tenders and projects
Perform Ecodesign activities on tenders (contractual and legal requirements analysis and positioning)
Prepare Ecodesign management plan and specifications (train or compo level)
Participate to design (train or compo level) in order to insure achievement of ecodesign commitments (Participate to relevant Design Reviews and Gate Reviews meetings, propose corrective actions and risk mitigation plan)
Realize and update Ecodesign studies until delivery of the last train Implement relevant Ecodesign R&D and CCN (Core Competency Network) results in projects
R&D main missions (if assigned to R&D missions)
Propose, lead and manage R&D actions in the context of product improvement and/or methodologies for Ecodesign within QCD (Quality Cost Delay) commitment
Provide expertise with LCA
Develop innovative methodologies to be applied as a standard in the design process of products nd solutions.
Expertise continuous improvement main missions
Propose & Support Ecodesign managers and CCN (Core Competence Network) leader for updating and developing ecodesign referential
Propose & Support Ecodesign referent and CCN leader with continuous REX (Return of EXeprience) to improve the relevant methodologies
Report to Ecodesign Managers and CCN leader burning issues (technical or methodological)
Ensure training & awareness actions to non-Ecodesign people and/or to Ecodesign engineer
Performance Measurement/Key Performance Indicator's
Ecodesign activities on T&P. On Time Delivery
Ecodesign studies for R&D. On Time Delivery Customers satisfaction
Network & Links
Ecodesign community & CCNL (Core Competency Network Leader)
Ecodesign Platform DirectorTenders
Projects teamsSourcing & Purchasing
Engineering
EHS
Knowledge & Experience :
Ecodesign Engineer / Material Engineer with environmental competencies / Engineer generalist with material competenciesExperience in industry sector
International Standards and Regulation knowledge for environmental issues (hazardous substances, environmental communication, energy efficiency, end-of-life…) - knowledge of ISO14001v2015 is appreciated as well as auditor certification
Skills in environmental assessment (LCA, carbonfootprint…) and related tools (software: EIME, GaBi, ecotransit...)
Good communication skills, pro-activity, team working
English conversational/writing/reading advanced level mandatory
French conversational/reading advanced level is preferred
At Alstom Transport, we offer you the opportunity to unleash your potential and reinvent yourself. As a future employee, you will have a unique opportunity to drive our organization forward, while continuing to build your career and contribute to the expanding growth of the global railway industry. More information about Alstom can be found at: www.alstom.com
Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !
Purpose of the Job
In charge of Ecodesign for tenders & projects (T&P)
Feed the Environmental Management System (ISO14001) with ecodesign input and activities
Manage & improve environmental performance of products
Provide expertise on Life Cycle Assessment
Contribute to Ecodesign R&D and to expertise continuous improvement
Responsibilities:
Environmental Management System – ISO 14001 :
Propose Ecodesign yearly commitment and work plan
Propose and follow ecodesign dashboard for solutions/products
Contribute to EMS (Environmental Management System) and its processes
Realize compliance assessment
Ecodesign Referential :
Deploy and apply ecodesign referential in T&P (Tenders &Projects), R&D, Expertise activities
Tenders & Projects main missions
Ensure Ecodesign expertise for local platform, subsystems, tenders and projects
Perform Ecodesign activities on tenders (contractual and legal requirements analysis and positioning)
Prepare Ecodesign management plan and specifications (train or compo level)
Participate to design (train or compo level) in order to insure achievement of ecodesign commitments (Participate to relevant Design Reviews and Gate Reviews meetings, propose corrective actions and risk mitigation plan)
Realize and update Ecodesign studies until delivery of the last train Implement relevant Ecodesign R&D and CCN (Core Competency Network) results in projects
R&D main missions (if assigned to R&D missions)
Propose, lead and manage R&D actions in the context of product improvement and/or methodologies for Ecodesign within QCD (Quality Cost Delay) commitment
Provide expertise with LCA
Develop innovative methodologies to be applied as a standard in the design process of products and solutions.
Expertise continuous improvement main missions
Propose & Support Ecodesign managers and CCN (Core Competence Network) leader for updating and developing ecodesign referential
Propose & Support Ecodesign referent and CCN leader with continuous REX (Return of EXeprience) to improve the relevant methodologies
Report to Ecodesign Managers and CCN leader burning issues (technical or methodological)
Ensure training & awareness actions to non-Ecodesign people and/or to Ecodesign engineer
Performance Measurement/Key Performance Indicator's
Ecodesign activities on T&P. On Time Delivery
Ecodesign studies for R&D. On Time Delivery Customers satisfaction
Network & Links
Ecodesign community & CCNL (Core Competency Network Leader)
Ecodesign Platform DirectorTenders
Projects teamsSourcing & Purchasing
Engineering
EHS
Knowledge & Experience :
Ecodesign Engineer / Material Engineer with environmental competencies / Engineer generalist with material competenciesExperience in industry sector
International Standards and Regulation knowledge for environmental issues (hazardous substances, environmental communication, energy efficiency, end-of-life…) - knowledge of ISO14001v2015 is appreciated as well as auditor certification
Skills in environmental assessment (LCA, carbonfootprint…) and related tools (software: EIME, GaBi, ecotransit...)
Good communication skills, pro-activity, team working
English conversational/writing/reading advanced level mandatory
French conversational/reading advanced level is preferred
At Alstom Transport, we offer you the opportunity to unleash your potential and reinvent yourself. As a future employee, you will have a unique opportunity to drive our organization forward, while continuing to build your career and contribute to the expanding growth of the global railway industry. More information about Alstom can be found at: www.alstom.com
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Dec 12, 2019
Full time
Purpose of the Job
In charge of Ecodesign for tenders & projects (T&P)
Feed the Environmental Management System (ISO14001) with ecodesign input and activities
Manage & improve environmental performance of products
Provide expertise on Life Cycle Assessment
Contribute to Ecodesign R&D and to expertise continuous improvement
Responsibilities:
Environmental Management System – ISO 14001 :
Propose Ecodesign yearly commitment and work plan
Propose and follow ecodesign dashboard for solutions/products
Contribute to EMS (Environmental Management System) and its processes
Realize compliance assessment
Ecodesign Referential :
Deploy and apply ecodesign referential in T&P (Tenders &Projects), R&D, Expertise activities
Tenders & Projects main missions
Ensure Ecodesign expertise for local platform, subsystems, tenders and projects
Perform Ecodesign activities on tenders (contractual and legal requirements analysis and positioning)
Prepare Ecodesign management plan and specifications (train or compo level)
Participate to design (train or compo level) in order to insure achievement of ecodesign commitments (Participate to relevant Design Reviews and Gate Reviews meetings, propose corrective actions and risk mitigation plan)
Realize and update Ecodesign studies until delivery of the last train Implement relevant Ecodesign R&D and CCN (Core Competency Network) results in projects
R&D main missions (if assigned to R&D missions)
Propose, lead and manage R&D actions in the context of product improvement and/or methodologies for Ecodesign within QCD (Quality Cost Delay) commitment
Provide expertise with LCA
Develop innovative methodologies to be applied as a standard in the design process of products and solutions.
Expertise continuous improvement main missions
Propose & Support Ecodesign managers and CCN (Core Competence Network) leader for updating and developing ecodesign referential
Propose & Support Ecodesign referent and CCN leader with continuous REX (Return of EXeprience) to improve the relevant methodologies
Report to Ecodesign Managers and CCN leader burning issues (technical or methodological)
Ensure training & awareness actions to non-Ecodesign people and/or to Ecodesign engineer
Performance Measurement/Key Performance Indicator's
Ecodesign activities on T&P. On Time Delivery
Ecodesign studies for R&D. On Time Delivery Customers satisfaction
Network & Links
Ecodesign community & CCNL (Core Competency Network Leader)
Ecodesign Platform DirectorTenders
Projects teamsSourcing & Purchasing
Engineering
EHS
Knowledge & Experience :
Ecodesign Engineer / Material Engineer with environmental competencies / Engineer generalist with material competenciesExperience in industry sector
International Standards and Regulation knowledge for environmental issues (hazardous substances, environmental communication, energy efficiency, end-of-life…) - knowledge of ISO14001v2015 is appreciated as well as auditor certification
Skills in environmental assessment (LCA, carbonfootprint…) and related tools (software: EIME, GaBi, ecotransit...)
Good communication skills, pro-activity, team working
English conversational/writing/reading advanced level mandatory
French conversational/reading advanced level is preferred
At Alstom Transport, we offer you the opportunity to unleash your potential and reinvent yourself. As a future employee, you will have a unique opportunity to drive our organization forward, while continuing to build your career and contribute to the expanding growth of the global railway industry. More information about Alstom can be found at: www.alstom.com
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Sustainability Outreach Specialist (Official Job Title: Community Outreach Specialist): Educate members of the community and employees in order to encourage behavior change, promote savings and achieve sustainability goals. Support sustainability policies and programs through education and engagement. Serve as a resource for county and community partners on areas of subject matter expertise.
Duties:
Education, Outreach and Engagement
Maintain and enhance the Energy Upgrade volunteer program by recruiting new volunteers, organizing training sessions, communicating with volunteers, scheduling classes and upgrade installs, and working with program partners. Engage and maintain relationships with current and future volunteers.
Assist with the Partners for Green Places grant project by creating documents, tracking, implementing the communications plan, working with project partners, and other tasks as needed. This grant project is a partnership between numerous organizations that will allow local non-profits to assess and implement energy efficiency measures in their buildings.
Ensure a coordinated approach to community outreach and education including the adoption and implementation of relevant campaigns, prioritization of topics based on community need, promotion of priority messages and strategic engagement tools.
Classes: Create and deliver sustainability training and classes on priority topics, with a particular focus on energy, green building, and sustainable living (e.g. Energy Upgrade Workshops, Green Champion series); engage new and diverse audiences; implement creative education strategies and technologies to achieve education goals.
Workshops, events and meetings: Examples include annual Sustainable Communities Workshop and other educational events and meetings throughout the year on key issues. Tasks include coordination of planning committees, identification of speakers, development of materials, event promotion, and oversight of budget and contracted services. Lead planning and implementation efforts for sustainability events and workshops.
Track and report result of education and outreach efforts according to Department guidance and in a way that will contribute to continuous improvement of programming.
Develop and implement outreach programs, events and technical reports related to priority subject areas to foster a community culture of sustainability.
Maintain an understanding of the policy and best practices for sustainability elsewhere around the state and country. Assist in development of programs and policy.
Communication and Coordination
Develop and maintain communication tools for use with various partners such as county and Extension Sustainability websites, Employee Sustainability e-Net site, subject-specific brochures, informative emails and e-newsletters, blogs, social media posts, videos and other material that furthers the sustainability education mission.
Showcase success stories both across the community and within the enterprise to highlight completed projects and support the spread of demonstration projects.
Maintain regular communication with diverse, strategic community and enterprise partners and provide regular opportunities for networking and engagement with a goal of ensuring a connected and informed sustainability network.
Represent county sustainability at community events and speaking engagements.
Cultivate critical relationships both internally and externally: cultivate and maintain collaborative relationship with agencies, organizations and business representatives; maintain knowledge of their sustainability priorities and incorporate that into development of new programs; facilitate opportunities to maintain and showcase Sarasota County’s leadership position.
Develop and maintain Sarasota County’s reputation and relationship with key agencies and organizations responsible for program demonstrations, funding and collaboration opportunities, and leadership opportunities.
Analysis and Consultation
Regularly research and maintain working knowledge of best practices in sustainability programs and policy, including green building, energy conservation and other identified subject matter expertise; develop approachable technical reports and otherwise apply that knowledge in application of education goals above.
Analyze policy options as necessary: work with County Governmental Relations to evaluate legislative proposals and to inform the community on opportunities and impediments relative to community sustainability through local, state and federal policy.
Provide as needed analytic and information services on a range of sustainability related tasks including bench-marking, technology, funding, and networking; Serve as a consultant to internal and external stakeholders in their efforts to improve sustainability and implement innovative practices.
Conduct and analyze surveys to determine program impact and metrics. Regularly track and report metrics to show success and evaluate opportunities for improvement.
Assist in identifying and pursuing funding and sponsorship sources.
Demonstrate ability to manage projects through the planning, organization, monitoring, reporting and control of assigned projects. Should include development of project plans with tasks, timelines, responsibilities and budgets as well as responsiveness to requests from others in a timely fashion.
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Minimum Qualifications: An Associate's Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Communications, Education, Planning or a highly related field to sustainability and two (2) years of sustainability community event/activities planning -OR- Four (4) years of sustainability community event/activities planning. A valid Driver’s License is required. Please attach a cover letter and resume to your application.
Preferred Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainability, Communications, or Education is preferred with four years of related outreach and education, networking facilitation, event planning and coordination, and policy analysis. Sustainability-related accreditation preferred, such as LEED GA, LEED AP or International Society of Sustainability Professionals Certificate. Demonstrated understanding of and connections to the network of sustainability professionals and advocates in Sarasota County is preferred.
Job Based Competencies: Subject matter expertise on sustainability in general and at least two of the following: energy efficiency, renewable energy, alternative transportation, green building, environmentally preferable procurement, toxins, environmental health, social sustainability and equity. Working knowledge and demonstrated ability to apply innovative educational techniques designed to engage the audience and ensure retention.
Work Schedule: There will be occasional work on evenings and weekends.
Sarasota County Government is committed to wellness and successful applicants must be tobacco free for twelve months preceding date of application.
Drug Free Work Environment EOE/AA/ADA
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Dec 09, 2019
Full time
Sustainability Outreach Specialist (Official Job Title: Community Outreach Specialist): Educate members of the community and employees in order to encourage behavior change, promote savings and achieve sustainability goals. Support sustainability policies and programs through education and engagement. Serve as a resource for county and community partners on areas of subject matter expertise.
Duties:
Education, Outreach and Engagement
Maintain and enhance the Energy Upgrade volunteer program by recruiting new volunteers, organizing training sessions, communicating with volunteers, scheduling classes and upgrade installs, and working with program partners. Engage and maintain relationships with current and future volunteers.
Assist with the Partners for Green Places grant project by creating documents, tracking, implementing the communications plan, working with project partners, and other tasks as needed. This grant project is a partnership between numerous organizations that will allow local non-profits to assess and implement energy efficiency measures in their buildings.
Ensure a coordinated approach to community outreach and education including the adoption and implementation of relevant campaigns, prioritization of topics based on community need, promotion of priority messages and strategic engagement tools.
Classes: Create and deliver sustainability training and classes on priority topics, with a particular focus on energy, green building, and sustainable living (e.g. Energy Upgrade Workshops, Green Champion series); engage new and diverse audiences; implement creative education strategies and technologies to achieve education goals.
Workshops, events and meetings: Examples include annual Sustainable Communities Workshop and other educational events and meetings throughout the year on key issues. Tasks include coordination of planning committees, identification of speakers, development of materials, event promotion, and oversight of budget and contracted services. Lead planning and implementation efforts for sustainability events and workshops.
Track and report result of education and outreach efforts according to Department guidance and in a way that will contribute to continuous improvement of programming.
Develop and implement outreach programs, events and technical reports related to priority subject areas to foster a community culture of sustainability.
Maintain an understanding of the policy and best practices for sustainability elsewhere around the state and country. Assist in development of programs and policy.
Communication and Coordination
Develop and maintain communication tools for use with various partners such as county and Extension Sustainability websites, Employee Sustainability e-Net site, subject-specific brochures, informative emails and e-newsletters, blogs, social media posts, videos and other material that furthers the sustainability education mission.
Showcase success stories both across the community and within the enterprise to highlight completed projects and support the spread of demonstration projects.
Maintain regular communication with diverse, strategic community and enterprise partners and provide regular opportunities for networking and engagement with a goal of ensuring a connected and informed sustainability network.
Represent county sustainability at community events and speaking engagements.
Cultivate critical relationships both internally and externally: cultivate and maintain collaborative relationship with agencies, organizations and business representatives; maintain knowledge of their sustainability priorities and incorporate that into development of new programs; facilitate opportunities to maintain and showcase Sarasota County’s leadership position.
Develop and maintain Sarasota County’s reputation and relationship with key agencies and organizations responsible for program demonstrations, funding and collaboration opportunities, and leadership opportunities.
Analysis and Consultation
Regularly research and maintain working knowledge of best practices in sustainability programs and policy, including green building, energy conservation and other identified subject matter expertise; develop approachable technical reports and otherwise apply that knowledge in application of education goals above.
Analyze policy options as necessary: work with County Governmental Relations to evaluate legislative proposals and to inform the community on opportunities and impediments relative to community sustainability through local, state and federal policy.
Provide as needed analytic and information services on a range of sustainability related tasks including bench-marking, technology, funding, and networking; Serve as a consultant to internal and external stakeholders in their efforts to improve sustainability and implement innovative practices.
Conduct and analyze surveys to determine program impact and metrics. Regularly track and report metrics to show success and evaluate opportunities for improvement.
Assist in identifying and pursuing funding and sponsorship sources.
Demonstrate ability to manage projects through the planning, organization, monitoring, reporting and control of assigned projects. Should include development of project plans with tasks, timelines, responsibilities and budgets as well as responsiveness to requests from others in a timely fashion.
Click Here to View Our Benefits Guide
Minimum Qualifications: An Associate's Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Communications, Education, Planning or a highly related field to sustainability and two (2) years of sustainability community event/activities planning -OR- Four (4) years of sustainability community event/activities planning. A valid Driver’s License is required. Please attach a cover letter and resume to your application.
Preferred Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainability, Communications, or Education is preferred with four years of related outreach and education, networking facilitation, event planning and coordination, and policy analysis. Sustainability-related accreditation preferred, such as LEED GA, LEED AP or International Society of Sustainability Professionals Certificate. Demonstrated understanding of and connections to the network of sustainability professionals and advocates in Sarasota County is preferred.
Job Based Competencies: Subject matter expertise on sustainability in general and at least two of the following: energy efficiency, renewable energy, alternative transportation, green building, environmentally preferable procurement, toxins, environmental health, social sustainability and equity. Working knowledge and demonstrated ability to apply innovative educational techniques designed to engage the audience and ensure retention.
Work Schedule: There will be occasional work on evenings and weekends.
Sarasota County Government is committed to wellness and successful applicants must be tobacco free for twelve months preceding date of application.
Drug Free Work Environment EOE/AA/ADA
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Energy Management Analyst The City of Alexandria is located in northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. About one-quarter of the City's square miles have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Energy Management Analyst position. An Overview The Energy Management Analyst position is the City's principle energy and climate change action analyst that supports the City's Eco-City Alexandria 2040 (Download PDF reader) energy, climate change action, resiliency, and sustainability management programs, including: energy, greenhouse gas emission, utility use, and cost reduction efforts; and the processing and tracking of utility, energy, and fuel billing. The person serving in this position will apply expert data analysis, data visualization and reporting, and analysis communication skills to contribute to the City's Eco-City Alexandria environmental sustainability vision and goals supporting the efficiency, sustainability, and resiliency of the City's facilities and operations – including implementation of the City's 2019 Green Building Policy and net-zero energy goals - and the delivery of programs to the Alexandria community. The person serving in this position will also take leadership roles and contribute substantially to the City's energy and climate change action outreach and communications to the Alexandria community and broader stakeholders. This position serves under the general supervision of the City's Energy Manager and will work closely with the City's Energy Manager, the energy management team, facility practitioners, capital programs professionals and green building engineers, sustainability coordinators, and numerous other City and community sustainability stakeholders to develop and execute our strategy and ensure accountability for our results. What You Should Bring We are looking for a creative, entrepreneurial, agile, and multi-talented person with robust skills to perform ongoing data analysis and evaluation of City energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, and costs and develop and publish energy performance metrics. The successful person should have strong data collection, data management, and data analysis skills with emphasis in cutting-edge energy use analysis methodologies. In addition, the successful person should have capabilities and experience in processing and tracking utility, energy, and fuel billing, including utility bill accounting and auditing, rate structure optimization, and using energy data management software. Capabilities and experience with building energy use modeling; building energy performance measurement and labeling; energy project measurement and verification; energy use visualization, reporting or dashboard production; greenhouse gas emissions inventory development; or energy use and cost forecasting are desirable skills. Data analysis software experience, energy use analysis software experiencing, software programming experience, data reporting and visualization software experience, or geographical information system analysis experience is beneficial. Creative and effective communication skills to support energy, climate change action, resiliency, and sustainability outreach to the Alexandria community and broader stakeholders is very advantageous. The successful person is a self-starter who can thrive working independently and as a member of various organized or organic teams, and can work with a variety of stakeholders, including City and community stakeholders. Enthusiasm and passion for energy, climate change action, and sustainability issues is extremely advantageous. The Opportunity – Examples of Work
Coordinates with the City's Energy Manager, Energy Project Specialist, Utility Analyst, green building engineers, sustainability coordinators, and other City and community sustainability stakeholders in developing energy and utility management, climate change action, renewable energy, building and transportation electrification, resiliency, and related plans, processes, and procedures to effectively implement the City's Environmental Action Plan 2040 energy, climate change action, green building, and resiliency priorities;
Manages and utilizes the City's energy management accounting and database system (ex. EnergyCAP) for utility invoice import, auditing, and payment; data collection, import, and export, data organization, quality control, and management; and energy-use and –cost reporting;
Develops, produces and distributes reports on energy use, costs, and key performance indicators in standard formats as well as in response to ad-hoc information requests to City departments and other stakeholders, and provides training on reports as applicable;
Develops energy benchmarking reports and coordinates energy performance disclosure efforts, and supports integration of energy performance and greenhouse gas emissions analyses into capital program and operating budget planning, and tracks project implementation, and performs analyses to support implementation of the City's 2019 Green Building Policy and net-zero energy performance standards;
Collects data and conducts accounting, analyses, and reporting for City and community greenhouse gas emissions inventory development using best practice protocols and tools (including ICLEI ClearPath or similar) and climate action planning efforts;
Conducts research and supports the development and implementation of innovative and best practice community energy and climate action programs – ex. CPACE, SolSmart, electric vehicle programs, renewable energy purchasing, energy efficiency programs, benchmarking and disclosure, community choice aggregation, etc.
Assists in the development and implementation of Evaluation, Measurement, and Verification (EM&V) plans of energy management initiatives using IPMVP guidelines;
Leads coordination of sustainability reporting to Global Covenant of Mayors, CDP, US DOE Better Buildings Challenge, ACEEE City Scorecard, LEED for Cities and Communities, and others as appropriate;
Develops outreach and education material on energy, climate change action, greenhouse gas emissions, and resiliency for publishing to the City's website or community engagement opportunities;
Conducts outreach and education on energy awareness, policies, and procedures for employees' and their behavior and interaction with building systems; and assists other staff members in preparing presentations for departments, City Manager's Office, City Council, and community meetings;
Develops utility forecasts and budgets, and tracks utility expenditures, and manages utility and energy data export to EnergySTAR® Portfolio Manager and other tools for use in analysis and report;
Develops and applies analytical, predictive, and simulation models, tools and software for energy-use and –cost analyses and performance management (e.g. operation energy use and costs), billing tariffs, commodity and fuel pricing, etc. and other emerging energy and utility topics including the identification of energy efficiency and energy reduction opportunities;
Utilize interval energy use, building management system, occupancy, and weather and atmospheric data, provide advanced analysis to support building retro-commissioning projects and the optimization of facility operations;
Utilize building construction, interval energy use, and solar insolation data, perform advanced analysis to identify optimal locations for installation of solar photovoltaic renewable energy, battery, or microgrid systems;
Perform analysis of City vehicular fleet performance and fuel use; perform community energy modeling, analysis, and mapping using geographic information system (GIS) technologies for energy efficiency and renewable policy and program development and evaluation;
Coordinates with utility companies to resolve billing errors, establish utility service installation, communicate utility outages at City operations, etc.
About the Department Our mission is to provide exceptional management of the City's real estate, property, and other support services for all our customers, internal and external, and to support community environmental sustainability. The Department of General Services staff strives to provide our customers with unmatched services by proactively managing the City's assets to support the delivery of services to the City of Alexandria, responding to service requests in a timely manner, listening to our customers, and ensuring that our customers are satisfied with the resolution.
Minimum & Additional Requirements
Four-year college degree in economics, engineering, applied mathematics, data science, statistics, environmental science/policy, business administration, public administration, architecture, urban planning, public policy, accounting, finance or related field and two years of experience in energy management analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will have good knowledge of energy, environmental, and sustainability principles, practices, and programs; good knowledge of energy management accounting and database software and systems; good knowledge of energy analysis tools and methodologies; good knowledge of utility and energy company billing processes, procedures, laws and codes; good knowledge of utility and energy company rate structures and billing methods; knowledge of clerical accounting, accounting theory, and budgeting applied to utility and energy billing; some knowledge of utility and energy markets and pricing; some knowledge of economic and statistical analysis methods, forecasting, computer modeling, simulation, data processing as applied to utility and energy use, costs, and billing; ability to maintain financial and statistical records and to prepare reports and statements; ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions; and the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and courteously with employees and the public, orally and in writing.
Notes
Please consider providing a curated portfolio of data analysis, data visualization and reporting, and analysis communication work that demonstrates your capabilities according to the skills we seek in the Energy Management Analyst position. Please consider submitting examples which demonstrate your work in relationship to the various examples of work this position may be asked to complete. The Department of General Services (DGS) is a first response department and as such all DGS employees are deemed essential or emergency personnel and maybe required to report to work when the City government is open with liberal leave or closed during emergencies. This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to a criminal background.
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Dec 09, 2019
Full time
Energy Management Analyst The City of Alexandria is located in northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. About one-quarter of the City's square miles have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Energy Management Analyst position. An Overview The Energy Management Analyst position is the City's principle energy and climate change action analyst that supports the City's Eco-City Alexandria 2040 (Download PDF reader) energy, climate change action, resiliency, and sustainability management programs, including: energy, greenhouse gas emission, utility use, and cost reduction efforts; and the processing and tracking of utility, energy, and fuel billing. The person serving in this position will apply expert data analysis, data visualization and reporting, and analysis communication skills to contribute to the City's Eco-City Alexandria environmental sustainability vision and goals supporting the efficiency, sustainability, and resiliency of the City's facilities and operations – including implementation of the City's 2019 Green Building Policy and net-zero energy goals - and the delivery of programs to the Alexandria community. The person serving in this position will also take leadership roles and contribute substantially to the City's energy and climate change action outreach and communications to the Alexandria community and broader stakeholders. This position serves under the general supervision of the City's Energy Manager and will work closely with the City's Energy Manager, the energy management team, facility practitioners, capital programs professionals and green building engineers, sustainability coordinators, and numerous other City and community sustainability stakeholders to develop and execute our strategy and ensure accountability for our results. What You Should Bring We are looking for a creative, entrepreneurial, agile, and multi-talented person with robust skills to perform ongoing data analysis and evaluation of City energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, and costs and develop and publish energy performance metrics. The successful person should have strong data collection, data management, and data analysis skills with emphasis in cutting-edge energy use analysis methodologies. In addition, the successful person should have capabilities and experience in processing and tracking utility, energy, and fuel billing, including utility bill accounting and auditing, rate structure optimization, and using energy data management software. Capabilities and experience with building energy use modeling; building energy performance measurement and labeling; energy project measurement and verification; energy use visualization, reporting or dashboard production; greenhouse gas emissions inventory development; or energy use and cost forecasting are desirable skills. Data analysis software experience, energy use analysis software experiencing, software programming experience, data reporting and visualization software experience, or geographical information system analysis experience is beneficial. Creative and effective communication skills to support energy, climate change action, resiliency, and sustainability outreach to the Alexandria community and broader stakeholders is very advantageous. The successful person is a self-starter who can thrive working independently and as a member of various organized or organic teams, and can work with a variety of stakeholders, including City and community stakeholders. Enthusiasm and passion for energy, climate change action, and sustainability issues is extremely advantageous. The Opportunity – Examples of Work
Coordinates with the City's Energy Manager, Energy Project Specialist, Utility Analyst, green building engineers, sustainability coordinators, and other City and community sustainability stakeholders in developing energy and utility management, climate change action, renewable energy, building and transportation electrification, resiliency, and related plans, processes, and procedures to effectively implement the City's Environmental Action Plan 2040 energy, climate change action, green building, and resiliency priorities;
Manages and utilizes the City's energy management accounting and database system (ex. EnergyCAP) for utility invoice import, auditing, and payment; data collection, import, and export, data organization, quality control, and management; and energy-use and –cost reporting;
Develops, produces and distributes reports on energy use, costs, and key performance indicators in standard formats as well as in response to ad-hoc information requests to City departments and other stakeholders, and provides training on reports as applicable;
Develops energy benchmarking reports and coordinates energy performance disclosure efforts, and supports integration of energy performance and greenhouse gas emissions analyses into capital program and operating budget planning, and tracks project implementation, and performs analyses to support implementation of the City's 2019 Green Building Policy and net-zero energy performance standards;
Collects data and conducts accounting, analyses, and reporting for City and community greenhouse gas emissions inventory development using best practice protocols and tools (including ICLEI ClearPath or similar) and climate action planning efforts;
Conducts research and supports the development and implementation of innovative and best practice community energy and climate action programs – ex. CPACE, SolSmart, electric vehicle programs, renewable energy purchasing, energy efficiency programs, benchmarking and disclosure, community choice aggregation, etc.
Assists in the development and implementation of Evaluation, Measurement, and Verification (EM&V) plans of energy management initiatives using IPMVP guidelines;
Leads coordination of sustainability reporting to Global Covenant of Mayors, CDP, US DOE Better Buildings Challenge, ACEEE City Scorecard, LEED for Cities and Communities, and others as appropriate;
Develops outreach and education material on energy, climate change action, greenhouse gas emissions, and resiliency for publishing to the City's website or community engagement opportunities;
Conducts outreach and education on energy awareness, policies, and procedures for employees' and their behavior and interaction with building systems; and assists other staff members in preparing presentations for departments, City Manager's Office, City Council, and community meetings;
Develops utility forecasts and budgets, and tracks utility expenditures, and manages utility and energy data export to EnergySTAR® Portfolio Manager and other tools for use in analysis and report;
Develops and applies analytical, predictive, and simulation models, tools and software for energy-use and –cost analyses and performance management (e.g. operation energy use and costs), billing tariffs, commodity and fuel pricing, etc. and other emerging energy and utility topics including the identification of energy efficiency and energy reduction opportunities;
Utilize interval energy use, building management system, occupancy, and weather and atmospheric data, provide advanced analysis to support building retro-commissioning projects and the optimization of facility operations;
Utilize building construction, interval energy use, and solar insolation data, perform advanced analysis to identify optimal locations for installation of solar photovoltaic renewable energy, battery, or microgrid systems;
Perform analysis of City vehicular fleet performance and fuel use; perform community energy modeling, analysis, and mapping using geographic information system (GIS) technologies for energy efficiency and renewable policy and program development and evaluation;
Coordinates with utility companies to resolve billing errors, establish utility service installation, communicate utility outages at City operations, etc.
About the Department Our mission is to provide exceptional management of the City's real estate, property, and other support services for all our customers, internal and external, and to support community environmental sustainability. The Department of General Services staff strives to provide our customers with unmatched services by proactively managing the City's assets to support the delivery of services to the City of Alexandria, responding to service requests in a timely manner, listening to our customers, and ensuring that our customers are satisfied with the resolution.
Minimum & Additional Requirements
Four-year college degree in economics, engineering, applied mathematics, data science, statistics, environmental science/policy, business administration, public administration, architecture, urban planning, public policy, accounting, finance or related field and two years of experience in energy management analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will have good knowledge of energy, environmental, and sustainability principles, practices, and programs; good knowledge of energy management accounting and database software and systems; good knowledge of energy analysis tools and methodologies; good knowledge of utility and energy company billing processes, procedures, laws and codes; good knowledge of utility and energy company rate structures and billing methods; knowledge of clerical accounting, accounting theory, and budgeting applied to utility and energy billing; some knowledge of utility and energy markets and pricing; some knowledge of economic and statistical analysis methods, forecasting, computer modeling, simulation, data processing as applied to utility and energy use, costs, and billing; ability to maintain financial and statistical records and to prepare reports and statements; ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions; and the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and courteously with employees and the public, orally and in writing.
Notes
Please consider providing a curated portfolio of data analysis, data visualization and reporting, and analysis communication work that demonstrates your capabilities according to the skills we seek in the Energy Management Analyst position. Please consider submitting examples which demonstrate your work in relationship to the various examples of work this position may be asked to complete. The Department of General Services (DGS) is a first response department and as such all DGS employees are deemed essential or emergency personnel and maybe required to report to work when the City government is open with liberal leave or closed during emergencies. This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to a criminal background.
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ICF is seeking a junior environmental consultant to support our Climate, Energy Efficiency, and Transportation line of business. You will be responsible for supporting ICF managers in winning, planning, and executing projects. You will be expected to work as part of 2 to 7 person teams to execute tasks related to the development and delivery of accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services. You are likely to work on multiple projects, interact with all levels of staff, and have some client interaction. At ICF you have an opportunity to apply your academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects, and interact with experts and clients in the field, while also building content knowledge and consulting skills.
What you'll do...
Quantitative problem-solving, data collection and analysis, and manipulation of large datasets.
Technical writing.
Reviewing literature and performing research.
Interacting with clients.
Preparing presentations, reports, memoranda, and other communication materials.
Working with teams to prepare high-quality materials to support clients, pitching in where necessary.
Completing tasks in a fast-paced and self-motivated environment and in a timely and efficient manner.
Reporting to project managers.
What you'll need...
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Environmental Engineering or other related technical subjects.
Strong quantitative skills including problem-solving, data collection and analysis, technical programming, and manipulation of large data sets.
Experience using data visualization software or data analytics such as Tableau/Alteryx is preferred.
Recent college graduate or 1 to 2 years of experience in a business environment.
Demonstrated interest and/or experience in climate- and sustainability-related areas.
Professional skills you will need...
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment; exceptional time management track record.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong organizational skills and detail-orientation.
Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.
Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to take ownership of tasks and seek input when needed.
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Dec 09, 2019
Full time
ICF is seeking a junior environmental consultant to support our Climate, Energy Efficiency, and Transportation line of business. You will be responsible for supporting ICF managers in winning, planning, and executing projects. You will be expected to work as part of 2 to 7 person teams to execute tasks related to the development and delivery of accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services. You are likely to work on multiple projects, interact with all levels of staff, and have some client interaction. At ICF you have an opportunity to apply your academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects, and interact with experts and clients in the field, while also building content knowledge and consulting skills.
What you'll do...
Quantitative problem-solving, data collection and analysis, and manipulation of large datasets.
Technical writing.
Reviewing literature and performing research.
Interacting with clients.
Preparing presentations, reports, memoranda, and other communication materials.
Working with teams to prepare high-quality materials to support clients, pitching in where necessary.
Completing tasks in a fast-paced and self-motivated environment and in a timely and efficient manner.
Reporting to project managers.
What you'll need...
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Environmental Engineering or other related technical subjects.
Strong quantitative skills including problem-solving, data collection and analysis, technical programming, and manipulation of large data sets.
Experience using data visualization software or data analytics such as Tableau/Alteryx is preferred.
Recent college graduate or 1 to 2 years of experience in a business environment.
Demonstrated interest and/or experience in climate- and sustainability-related areas.
Professional skills you will need...
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment; exceptional time management track record.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong organizational skills and detail-orientation.
Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.
Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to take ownership of tasks and seek input when needed.
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The Climate Communications Specialist will play a vital role in leading communications on sustainability and climate action in Boulder County and Colorado by representing Boulder County and Boulder County Public Health on the issues of air quality, sustainability, and climate change. The position will develop creative and effective climate campaigns/social mobilization, manage climate communication campaigns, oversee contractors in developing materials, represent the county in presentations to community partners, work with the media, and unify climate and sustainability communications across county departments. The Specialist should use best practices for choosing the latest communications platforms to create high-impact, innovative messaging. We're looking for someone with experience in innovative communications – traditional marketing and media will be minimal. This is a full time position with Boulder County. Work hours are Monday - Friday from 8:30am - 4:30pm. Under FSLA guidelines this position is Exempt. Hiring salary range : $66,600.00 - $95,964.00 Annually Classification salary range : $66,600.00 - $95,964.00 Annually
Examples of Duties
Strategic development of climate-related public engagement including campaigns and communications, using best available research on what motivates climate action as well as best available research, strategies, and platforms related to communications more broadly
Project management of communications efforts including coordination and communications with multiple departments and partners, management of consultants as needed, and management of support positions
Creates a two-way dialogue with the community, especially including community member story-telling; also acts as a storyteller for Boulder County's sustainability and climate action plans
Works closely with public health and sustainability experts to effectively communicate the human health and welfare reasoning behind climate action
Acts as the first point-of-contact for Boulder County sustainability, air quality, and climate efforts by responding to public and media inquiries
Creates community engagement strategies around climate action that prioritize frontline communities (communities of color and low-income communities that are most vulnerable to the consequences of climate change), ensuring a focus on climate justice and health equity
Participates in relevant communication workgroups and action to ensure messages are consistent throughout county departments and with partner organizations
Participates in relevant regional and statewide local government and health collaborations to disseminate climate awareness and action strategies and to support effective policy
Supports county programs in designing and implementing effective persuasion campaigns about climate action
Supports staff in writing and submitting comments and content on local, state, and national sustainability, air quality, and climate actions and policy
Identifies and facilitates outreach opportunities that will strengthen relationships or create new partnerships with stakeholders and grassroots organizations (e.g. businesses, policy-makers, communities of color and the underserved, the LGBTQ community, other jurisdictions etc.)
Develops and maintains social media plans and messages to drive sustainability and climate action
Gathers information, writes, and designs reports and policy briefs
Drafts press releases and pitches stories to the media to promote sustainability, air quality, and climate actions and policy
Performs other duties, as assigned
May be reassigned in an emergency
Required Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE: When submitting your application be sure to include all relevant education and experience, as applications are screened based on the qualifications listed in this position announcement. Applications that do not appear to meet minimum qualifications, as outlined below, will not be considered. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completed applications. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
A bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field, plus two years of related, professional experience, OR
Six years of communications campaign related, professional experience reflecting increasing responsibility, OR
Any equivalent combination of experience and education
COVER LETTER :
Must include a cover letter with application
DRIVER'S LICENSE:
Must have a valid driver's license
Supplemental Information
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Working knowledge of the impacts of climate changes issues as they affect frontline communities as well as climate justice issues
Demonstrated understanding of effective graphic and presentation design in current and emerging media
Demonstrated desktop publishing and graphic design capabilities
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite software preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Mastery of the principles of persuasive communication, campaigns, community based social marketing, public relations, and policy communication
Experience designing social mobilization or advocacy campaigns
Ability to make communication connections within a larger system regarding sustainability and climate action
Ability to be proactive and solution-focused
Experience identifying audience perceptions and applying insights to messages and tactics
Advanced project management skills, with strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience creating and managing content for the web and social media
Experience building and implementing social media plans
Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills
Demonstrated experience writing press releases, pitching story ideas, and managing media relationships
Experience overseeing the creation of publications (print and digital)
Ability to work effectively with other employees, the public, and representatives of governmental and partner organizations
Ability to exhibit cultural sensitivity in working with a diverse population
Must be extremely functional working autonomously, or in situations with individuals and groups of disparate interests
Boulder County is a family-friendly workplace dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Dec 07, 2019
Full time
The Climate Communications Specialist will play a vital role in leading communications on sustainability and climate action in Boulder County and Colorado by representing Boulder County and Boulder County Public Health on the issues of air quality, sustainability, and climate change. The position will develop creative and effective climate campaigns/social mobilization, manage climate communication campaigns, oversee contractors in developing materials, represent the county in presentations to community partners, work with the media, and unify climate and sustainability communications across county departments. The Specialist should use best practices for choosing the latest communications platforms to create high-impact, innovative messaging. We're looking for someone with experience in innovative communications – traditional marketing and media will be minimal. This is a full time position with Boulder County. Work hours are Monday - Friday from 8:30am - 4:30pm. Under FSLA guidelines this position is Exempt. Hiring salary range : $66,600.00 - $95,964.00 Annually Classification salary range : $66,600.00 - $95,964.00 Annually
Examples of Duties
Strategic development of climate-related public engagement including campaigns and communications, using best available research on what motivates climate action as well as best available research, strategies, and platforms related to communications more broadly
Project management of communications efforts including coordination and communications with multiple departments and partners, management of consultants as needed, and management of support positions
Creates a two-way dialogue with the community, especially including community member story-telling; also acts as a storyteller for Boulder County's sustainability and climate action plans
Works closely with public health and sustainability experts to effectively communicate the human health and welfare reasoning behind climate action
Acts as the first point-of-contact for Boulder County sustainability, air quality, and climate efforts by responding to public and media inquiries
Creates community engagement strategies around climate action that prioritize frontline communities (communities of color and low-income communities that are most vulnerable to the consequences of climate change), ensuring a focus on climate justice and health equity
Participates in relevant communication workgroups and action to ensure messages are consistent throughout county departments and with partner organizations
Participates in relevant regional and statewide local government and health collaborations to disseminate climate awareness and action strategies and to support effective policy
Supports county programs in designing and implementing effective persuasion campaigns about climate action
Supports staff in writing and submitting comments and content on local, state, and national sustainability, air quality, and climate actions and policy
Identifies and facilitates outreach opportunities that will strengthen relationships or create new partnerships with stakeholders and grassroots organizations (e.g. businesses, policy-makers, communities of color and the underserved, the LGBTQ community, other jurisdictions etc.)
Develops and maintains social media plans and messages to drive sustainability and climate action
Gathers information, writes, and designs reports and policy briefs
Drafts press releases and pitches stories to the media to promote sustainability, air quality, and climate actions and policy
Performs other duties, as assigned
May be reassigned in an emergency
Required Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE: When submitting your application be sure to include all relevant education and experience, as applications are screened based on the qualifications listed in this position announcement. Applications that do not appear to meet minimum qualifications, as outlined below, will not be considered. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completed applications. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
A bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field, plus two years of related, professional experience, OR
Six years of communications campaign related, professional experience reflecting increasing responsibility, OR
Any equivalent combination of experience and education
COVER LETTER :
Must include a cover letter with application
DRIVER'S LICENSE:
Must have a valid driver's license
Supplemental Information
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Working knowledge of the impacts of climate changes issues as they affect frontline communities as well as climate justice issues
Demonstrated understanding of effective graphic and presentation design in current and emerging media
Demonstrated desktop publishing and graphic design capabilities
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite software preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Mastery of the principles of persuasive communication, campaigns, community based social marketing, public relations, and policy communication
Experience designing social mobilization or advocacy campaigns
Ability to make communication connections within a larger system regarding sustainability and climate action
Ability to be proactive and solution-focused
Experience identifying audience perceptions and applying insights to messages and tactics
Advanced project management skills, with strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience creating and managing content for the web and social media
Experience building and implementing social media plans
Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills
Demonstrated experience writing press releases, pitching story ideas, and managing media relationships
Experience overseeing the creation of publications (print and digital)
Ability to work effectively with other employees, the public, and representatives of governmental and partner organizations
Ability to exhibit cultural sensitivity in working with a diverse population
Must be extremely functional working autonomously, or in situations with individuals and groups of disparate interests
Boulder County is a family-friendly workplace dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
The City of Rochester invites applications for the position of:
Sustainability Coordinator Community Development The City of Rochester emphasizes service delivery through a strong commitment to our core values: "RISE to the top in Customer Focus through Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Excellence"
The City's recently adopted Comprehensive Plan forecasts by 2040 Rochester will have 55,000 new residents, 50,000 new jobs, and 24,000 new housing units. This new department will play a vital role in ensuring this forecast is realized while partnering with Public Works, Building Safety, and Administration to achieve the vision "to be recognized as America's most innovative development services team." Nature of Work Under the supervision of the Community Development Director performs administrative and professional work in developing, implementing and maintaining the City's and Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency (DMC EDA) sustainability and resiliency programs and plans. The Sustainability Coordinator will coordinate the sustainability activities across both organizations and help integrate sustainability initiatives in the DMC EDA and City's planning and operations and with various government boards and commissions as well as other community engagement initiatives. Sustainability and resource conservation are core values and strategic priorities at the DMC EDA and City of Rochester. The Coordinator will work closely with a diverse set of stakeholders: administrators, public agencies, community organizations, boards and commissions, and community members to identify, develop, implement and promote collaborative strategies that advance these core values and strategic priorities. The person is part of a team that promotes an overall positive customer service experience within the development services area and contributes to the city's vision to create a vibrant, compassionate and innovative team.
Starting salary range is $64,786 to $76,221 depending on qualifications, with advancement to $91,464.
Applications will be accepted until the vacancy is filled with priority consideration for applications submitted by December 17, 2019.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities listed below are representative of the scope of work performed within this classification. Work is performed both independently and in cooperation with the Sustainability Director, the Department head, and/or in coordination with other City teammates, operating partners, community groups, and other public and private organizations.
Fostering a culture of sustainability across all operational disciplines of the DMC EDA and City and across the community;
Identifying and prioritizing areas for sustainability initiatives.
Planning and developing long- and short-range sustainability programs.
Prepare annual greenhouse gas emissions inventory, carbon footprint, and annual sustainability reports; disseminate results and analysis of progress toward carbon neutrality, utility management and overall sustainability.
Assist with the Energy Commission and Energy Integration Committee (EIC) and work with other constituencies to develop and implement strategies to meet organizational and city-wide sustainability targets, seizing energy efficiency and reduction opportunities, use of renewable energy sources, fostering a stronger culture of resource conservation, and evaluating and purchasing carbon credits.
Assist with the effort to update the City's energy action plan and transition it to a sustainability and resiliency action plan to include all aspects of the City's sustainability efforts
Provide technical direction for the planning, design, construction, operation of sustainable buildings; work with project teams and building operation teams to advocate for sustainable practices in capital projects, master planning, and existing buildings; ensure that the design, commissioning and operation of facilities and infrastructure achieve or exceed sustainability goals.
Assist with the completion third party green certifications as required.
Assist with the completion or management of incentive applications for all energy-related projects; perform life cycle cost energy calculations and assist with incentive and grant opportunities.
Assist with the preparation of renewable energy project concepts for the City and DMC.
Assist with the development and management of pilot programs relating to waste collection, transportation or other programs.
Create and support sustainability programs and promote sustainability and educational collaborations across the community.
Serve as a City representative in presenting, explaining, and discussing the views, interests and policies of the City to the Council, Energy Commission, City task forces, targeted community groups, and other interested parties inside and outside the community.
Prepare timely, well-documented studies and analyses which provide a sound foundation for policy decision recommendations by City staff and policy decision making by the Council.
Networking and best practice sharing with peer organizations across the region, state and nationally to maintain current working knowledge of sustainability best practices;
Keep interested parties current with reliable, accurate, and documented information.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience A Bachelor's degree in environmental science studies, planning, public administration, sustainable business, sustainable project management, sustainable or environmental engineering or related field and two years of related experience. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may also be considered. Licenses and/or Certifications Possession of a valid driver's license Desirable Qualifications Knowledge of sustainability theories and practices and local, national and global sustainability and environmental initiatives and familiarity with the networks of organizations (governmental, non-governmental) involved in advancing sustainability policy and action.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: sustainability and resiliency concepts including environmental, economic, social and health sustainability practices; the central issues facing sustainable practices including best management practices; climate change science and greenhouse gas inventories; social sustainability practices of diversity, equity and inclusion; data analysis, performance measurement best practices and finance principles; applicable city, county, state and federal laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations; administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program development and implementation, budget preparation including a multi-year capital improvement program; basic grant and alternative funding principles, practices, and methods; and employee safety principles and practices. Skill in: planning, organizing, reviewing and evaluating varied sustainable and resiliency activities; sustainable asset mapping techniques; recommending and implementing sustainability initiatives in decision-making processes and operations; developing, implementing and interpreting policies, procedures, goals, objectives and work standards; analyzing and managing complex problems, evaluating alternatives and making creative recommendations; developing and using appropriate organizational models and computer hardware/software systems for gathering, analyzing, and reporting program, management, environmental and safety information; the use of current technology such as Microsoft Office Suite, particularly excel; communicating concisely and effectively in both oral and written formats; resolving conflicts, tensions, and complaints fairly and successfully; and presenting complex material in an understandable manner. Ability to: develop and support a customer-focused systematic process to achieve goals; work independently on open-ended projects; provide outstanding customer service both internally and externally; see the big picture while being a creative, strategic, and innovative thinker; establish and maintain positive working relationships with those contacted; interpret and explain complex concepts and regulations; be committed to a team working environment; coordinate and consolidate the efforts of supporting units; exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines; represent the City effectively in meetings with others; and prepare clear, concise and competent reports, correspondence, and other written materials. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation. In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Sedentary Work : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below: Frequent demands: Sitting and Fine Dexterity Occasional demands: Pushing/Pulling, Kneeling, Crouching, Lifting, Handling, Reaching, Carrying, Standing, Walking Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, touch. Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include: NONE (not substantially exposed to environmental conditions)
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The City of Rochester invites applications for the position of:
Sustainability Coordinator Community Development The City of Rochester emphasizes service delivery through a strong commitment to our core values: "RISE to the top in Customer Focus through Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Excellence"
The City's recently adopted Comprehensive Plan forecasts by 2040 Rochester will have 55,000 new residents, 50,000 new jobs, and 24,000 new housing units. This new department will play a vital role in ensuring this forecast is realized while partnering with Public Works, Building Safety, and Administration to achieve the vision "to be recognized as America's most innovative development services team." Nature of Work Under the supervision of the Community Development Director performs administrative and professional work in developing, implementing and maintaining the City's and Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency (DMC EDA) sustainability and resiliency programs and plans. The Sustainability Coordinator will coordinate the sustainability activities across both organizations and help integrate sustainability initiatives in the DMC EDA and City's planning and operations and with various government boards and commissions as well as other community engagement initiatives. Sustainability and resource conservation are core values and strategic priorities at the DMC EDA and City of Rochester. The Coordinator will work closely with a diverse set of stakeholders: administrators, public agencies, community organizations, boards and commissions, and community members to identify, develop, implement and promote collaborative strategies that advance these core values and strategic priorities. The person is part of a team that promotes an overall positive customer service experience within the development services area and contributes to the city's vision to create a vibrant, compassionate and innovative team.
Starting salary range is $64,786 to $76,221 depending on qualifications, with advancement to $91,464.
Applications will be accepted until the vacancy is filled with priority consideration for applications submitted by December 17, 2019.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities listed below are representative of the scope of work performed within this classification. Work is performed both independently and in cooperation with the Sustainability Director, the Department head, and/or in coordination with other City teammates, operating partners, community groups, and other public and private organizations.
Fostering a culture of sustainability across all operational disciplines of the DMC EDA and City and across the community;
Identifying and prioritizing areas for sustainability initiatives.
Planning and developing long- and short-range sustainability programs.
Prepare annual greenhouse gas emissions inventory, carbon footprint, and annual sustainability reports; disseminate results and analysis of progress toward carbon neutrality, utility management and overall sustainability.
Assist with the Energy Commission and Energy Integration Committee (EIC) and work with other constituencies to develop and implement strategies to meet organizational and city-wide sustainability targets, seizing energy efficiency and reduction opportunities, use of renewable energy sources, fostering a stronger culture of resource conservation, and evaluating and purchasing carbon credits.
Assist with the effort to update the City's energy action plan and transition it to a sustainability and resiliency action plan to include all aspects of the City's sustainability efforts
Provide technical direction for the planning, design, construction, operation of sustainable buildings; work with project teams and building operation teams to advocate for sustainable practices in capital projects, master planning, and existing buildings; ensure that the design, commissioning and operation of facilities and infrastructure achieve or exceed sustainability goals.
Assist with the completion third party green certifications as required.
Assist with the completion or management of incentive applications for all energy-related projects; perform life cycle cost energy calculations and assist with incentive and grant opportunities.
Assist with the preparation of renewable energy project concepts for the City and DMC.
Assist with the development and management of pilot programs relating to waste collection, transportation or other programs.
Create and support sustainability programs and promote sustainability and educational collaborations across the community.
Serve as a City representative in presenting, explaining, and discussing the views, interests and policies of the City to the Council, Energy Commission, City task forces, targeted community groups, and other interested parties inside and outside the community.
Prepare timely, well-documented studies and analyses which provide a sound foundation for policy decision recommendations by City staff and policy decision making by the Council.
Networking and best practice sharing with peer organizations across the region, state and nationally to maintain current working knowledge of sustainability best practices;
Keep interested parties current with reliable, accurate, and documented information.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience A Bachelor's degree in environmental science studies, planning, public administration, sustainable business, sustainable project management, sustainable or environmental engineering or related field and two years of related experience. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may also be considered. Licenses and/or Certifications Possession of a valid driver's license Desirable Qualifications Knowledge of sustainability theories and practices and local, national and global sustainability and environmental initiatives and familiarity with the networks of organizations (governmental, non-governmental) involved in advancing sustainability policy and action.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: sustainability and resiliency concepts including environmental, economic, social and health sustainability practices; the central issues facing sustainable practices including best management practices; climate change science and greenhouse gas inventories; social sustainability practices of diversity, equity and inclusion; data analysis, performance measurement best practices and finance principles; applicable city, county, state and federal laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations; administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program development and implementation, budget preparation including a multi-year capital improvement program; basic grant and alternative funding principles, practices, and methods; and employee safety principles and practices. Skill in: planning, organizing, reviewing and evaluating varied sustainable and resiliency activities; sustainable asset mapping techniques; recommending and implementing sustainability initiatives in decision-making processes and operations; developing, implementing and interpreting policies, procedures, goals, objectives and work standards; analyzing and managing complex problems, evaluating alternatives and making creative recommendations; developing and using appropriate organizational models and computer hardware/software systems for gathering, analyzing, and reporting program, management, environmental and safety information; the use of current technology such as Microsoft Office Suite, particularly excel; communicating concisely and effectively in both oral and written formats; resolving conflicts, tensions, and complaints fairly and successfully; and presenting complex material in an understandable manner. Ability to: develop and support a customer-focused systematic process to achieve goals; work independently on open-ended projects; provide outstanding customer service both internally and externally; see the big picture while being a creative, strategic, and innovative thinker; establish and maintain positive working relationships with those contacted; interpret and explain complex concepts and regulations; be committed to a team working environment; coordinate and consolidate the efforts of supporting units; exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines; represent the City effectively in meetings with others; and prepare clear, concise and competent reports, correspondence, and other written materials. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation. In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Sedentary Work : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below: Frequent demands: Sitting and Fine Dexterity Occasional demands: Pushing/Pulling, Kneeling, Crouching, Lifting, Handling, Reaching, Carrying, Standing, Walking Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, touch. Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include: NONE (not substantially exposed to environmental conditions)
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Bay Area Air Quality Management District
Bay Area, CA, USA
Description
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health, the environment and the global climate. The District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities, regional planning efforts and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma. The District is currently conducting a recruitment for the position of Air Quality Inspector I in the Compliance & Enforcement Division. There are seven (7) positions. This is an open recruitment for full-time, represented positions. Under direction, performs a full range of inspections and investigations of manufacturing, industrial, commercial, agricultural and residential facilities and dwellings that are existing and/or potential sources of air pollution; performs related work as assigned.
Examples of Duties for this Position
Conducts annual compliance inspections on facilities designated as sources of air pollution within an assigned geographical area within established guidelines and time frames; makes determinations of compliance with applicable regulations; verifies permit status. Uses monitoring equipment and instrumentation to measure and evaluate various emissions and particulates; maintains these devices for integrity and consistency of performance. Responds and investigates complaints by citizens of air pollution problems; determines nature and extent of problem; takes representative samples of various materials for laboratory analysis; prepares documentation of findings; consults with citizens on status of complaint. Prepares a variety of written communications, including detailed technical reports, compliance guidance memoranda and case summaries used for office conferences and hearing board sessions; completes inspections forms. Issues violation notices to sources found in violation of compliance; prepares necessary documentation for violation notice reports. Conducts on-site inspections of manufacturing, industrial, commercial and agricultural operations and their compliance to ensure adherence to air quality standards and regulations; may call for source tests of site emissions. Conducts grid surveillance to detect permit and emissions violations; ensures that all potential air pollution sources are identified for future monitoring and abatement. Conducts chemical and plume evaluation tests and record findings; takes photographs for documentation at inspection sites. Interfaces with technical personnel at facilities regarding plant source emissions, solvent usage, permit status, and compliance status with district rules and regulations; explains compliance options to industry when a violation occurs. Provides information and assistance to businesses and the public regarding District regulations and authority, permit policies and procedures. Coordinates with other governmental agencies regarding the investigation of complex community air pollution exposures, such as highly toxic spills. Interacts with laboratory staff regarding the analysis of samples taken in the field. Represents the District before the Hearing Board or courts regarding violations of District and state air quality control regulations; represents the District with technical personnel, other governmental agencies and the public.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills is: Air Quality Inspector I: Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in chemistry, engineering, environmental science or a closely related field. Air Quality Inspector II: In addition to the above, two years of experience performing air quality inspections at a level equivalent to the District's class of Air Quality Inspector I.
How to Apply & Selection Criteria
Interested individuals must submit a completed BAAQMD application, chronological resume, and responses to the supplemental questions no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday December 30, 2019 . Applications are accepted online only. Please visit our website at www.baaqmd.gov/jobs to apply or to download an application. Resumes must be included, and not in lieu of the required application materials. Postmarks, faxes, and E-mailed applications will not be accepted. Except as requested in this announcement, do not include any additional documents, such as letters of recommendation, performance evaluations, work samples, etc. They will not be considered or returned. Supplemental Questionnaire Instructions: Individuals who apply for this position must respond to each of the supplemental questions. Both paper and online applications must be received by the Human Resources Office no later than the time and date specified in the vacancy announcement. The responses to the supplemental application questions will be used in accordance with the procedures indicated under the Selection Criteria in the vacancy announcement. Instructions: Please limit your responses to one page per question. Do not combine your responses, or reference your application, resume, or any other requested documentation that you have included with your application packet to answer a question. Please be advised that the information you provide will be evaluated "as is" and incomplete or illegible applications will likely receive lower ratings. Therefore, it is very important to provide a concise, organized, and easy to follow response to each question. You must provide the following for each question regarding experience: The name of the employer where you gained your experience, your job title, length of time in years/months performing the specific function, and detailed examples that illustrate your duties and responsibilities. SELECTION CRITERIA: Selection may be based upon a competitive examination consisting of a written exercise, interview, or combination of the two. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, an application screening and/or panel interview may be used to determine the most qualified applicants. The District may hire from this recruitment process to fill future vacancies occurring within the next 18 months. Updates regarding your status in the recruitment will be sent via email, unless you indicate a different preference on your application. Persons with disabilities who may require reasonable accommodations during the application and/or selection process should notify the Human Resources Office at (415) 749-4980. The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
Description
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health, the environment and the global climate. The District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities, regional planning efforts and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma. The District is currently conducting a recruitment for the position of Air Quality Inspector I in the Compliance & Enforcement Division. There are seven (7) positions. This is an open recruitment for full-time, represented positions. Under direction, performs a full range of inspections and investigations of manufacturing, industrial, commercial, agricultural and residential facilities and dwellings that are existing and/or potential sources of air pollution; performs related work as assigned.
Examples of Duties for this Position
Conducts annual compliance inspections on facilities designated as sources of air pollution within an assigned geographical area within established guidelines and time frames; makes determinations of compliance with applicable regulations; verifies permit status. Uses monitoring equipment and instrumentation to measure and evaluate various emissions and particulates; maintains these devices for integrity and consistency of performance. Responds and investigates complaints by citizens of air pollution problems; determines nature and extent of problem; takes representative samples of various materials for laboratory analysis; prepares documentation of findings; consults with citizens on status of complaint. Prepares a variety of written communications, including detailed technical reports, compliance guidance memoranda and case summaries used for office conferences and hearing board sessions; completes inspections forms. Issues violation notices to sources found in violation of compliance; prepares necessary documentation for violation notice reports. Conducts on-site inspections of manufacturing, industrial, commercial and agricultural operations and their compliance to ensure adherence to air quality standards and regulations; may call for source tests of site emissions. Conducts grid surveillance to detect permit and emissions violations; ensures that all potential air pollution sources are identified for future monitoring and abatement. Conducts chemical and plume evaluation tests and record findings; takes photographs for documentation at inspection sites. Interfaces with technical personnel at facilities regarding plant source emissions, solvent usage, permit status, and compliance status with district rules and regulations; explains compliance options to industry when a violation occurs. Provides information and assistance to businesses and the public regarding District regulations and authority, permit policies and procedures. Coordinates with other governmental agencies regarding the investigation of complex community air pollution exposures, such as highly toxic spills. Interacts with laboratory staff regarding the analysis of samples taken in the field. Represents the District before the Hearing Board or courts regarding violations of District and state air quality control regulations; represents the District with technical personnel, other governmental agencies and the public.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills is: Air Quality Inspector I: Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in chemistry, engineering, environmental science or a closely related field. Air Quality Inspector II: In addition to the above, two years of experience performing air quality inspections at a level equivalent to the District's class of Air Quality Inspector I.
How to Apply & Selection Criteria
Interested individuals must submit a completed BAAQMD application, chronological resume, and responses to the supplemental questions no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday December 30, 2019 . Applications are accepted online only. Please visit our website at www.baaqmd.gov/jobs to apply or to download an application. Resumes must be included, and not in lieu of the required application materials. Postmarks, faxes, and E-mailed applications will not be accepted. Except as requested in this announcement, do not include any additional documents, such as letters of recommendation, performance evaluations, work samples, etc. They will not be considered or returned. Supplemental Questionnaire Instructions: Individuals who apply for this position must respond to each of the supplemental questions. Both paper and online applications must be received by the Human Resources Office no later than the time and date specified in the vacancy announcement. The responses to the supplemental application questions will be used in accordance with the procedures indicated under the Selection Criteria in the vacancy announcement. Instructions: Please limit your responses to one page per question. Do not combine your responses, or reference your application, resume, or any other requested documentation that you have included with your application packet to answer a question. Please be advised that the information you provide will be evaluated "as is" and incomplete or illegible applications will likely receive lower ratings. Therefore, it is very important to provide a concise, organized, and easy to follow response to each question. You must provide the following for each question regarding experience: The name of the employer where you gained your experience, your job title, length of time in years/months performing the specific function, and detailed examples that illustrate your duties and responsibilities. SELECTION CRITERIA: Selection may be based upon a competitive examination consisting of a written exercise, interview, or combination of the two. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, an application screening and/or panel interview may be used to determine the most qualified applicants. The District may hire from this recruitment process to fill future vacancies occurring within the next 18 months. Updates regarding your status in the recruitment will be sent via email, unless you indicate a different preference on your application. Persons with disabilities who may require reasonable accommodations during the application and/or selection process should notify the Human Resources Office at (415) 749-4980. The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Bonneville Power Administration
Kalispell, MT, USA
Duties
Summary
This position is located in the Vegetation Management and Forestry (TFBV) organization, of Internal Operations (TFB), Transmission Field Services (TF), Transmission Services (T) of the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). A successful candidate in this position will serve as Natural Resource Specialist responsible for planning and carrying out project management activities in support of right-of-way (ROW) and access road projects within the assigned region.
Learn more about this agency
Responsibilities
As a Natural Resource Specialist, you will:
Plan and carry out vegetation management activities in support of Rights-of-Way (ROW) and access road projects.
Develop and implement short-term and long-term regional (multi-district) management plan for vegetation control.
Develop and prioritize annual, out-year, and special project schedules, budgets, and requests or the vegetation management and access road programs, coordinating planned activities with affected departments (e.g., Transmission Line Maintenance, Realty, Environment, Contracting) to identify and resolve critical issues, avoid regional and system conflicts, and insure project success.
Prepare site-specific vegetation management prescriptions and related Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) checklists (or ROW management plans) consistent with guidance provided by the BPA Transmission System Vegetation Management Program FEIS and related National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements.
Serve as a project manager on ROW and access road projects.
Review transmission line corridors and construction projects for compliance with line maintenance standards for ROW clearing, access road erosion control, and structure site vegetation.
Serve as a Contracting O ice Representative (COR) and monitor performance and compliance with contract specifications.
Develop and maintain regional (multi-district) vegetation management and access road program data that includes annual work plans, project tracking spreadsheets, environmental analysis checklists, statements of work, prescription sheets, herbicide forms, access road request forms, and an access road data dictionary in a manner consistent with the reporting requirements of the BPA system as a whole including all regions.
Serve as a technical expert in vegetation and ROW management to various internal groups, outside agencies, and the public as issues arise within the region including negotiation, coordination with county-weed boards and other entities (e.g., Army Corps, Forest Service, state departments of natural resources, Bureau of Reclamation, etc.).
Respond to inquiries, from a broad range of sources, on sensitive issues involving vegetation control methods, herbicide application, protection of cultural resources and other related issues.
Initiate, negotiate, and maintain cooperative agreements with public and private landowners (including dispute resolutions), other agencies such as the USFWS, or Native American Tribes regarding ROW management and maintenance practices.
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
Duties
Summary
This position is located in the Vegetation Management and Forestry (TFBV) organization, of Internal Operations (TFB), Transmission Field Services (TF), Transmission Services (T) of the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). A successful candidate in this position will serve as Natural Resource Specialist responsible for planning and carrying out project management activities in support of right-of-way (ROW) and access road projects within the assigned region.
Learn more about this agency
Responsibilities
As a Natural Resource Specialist, you will:
Plan and carry out vegetation management activities in support of Rights-of-Way (ROW) and access road projects.
Develop and implement short-term and long-term regional (multi-district) management plan for vegetation control.
Develop and prioritize annual, out-year, and special project schedules, budgets, and requests or the vegetation management and access road programs, coordinating planned activities with affected departments (e.g., Transmission Line Maintenance, Realty, Environment, Contracting) to identify and resolve critical issues, avoid regional and system conflicts, and insure project success.
Prepare site-specific vegetation management prescriptions and related Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) checklists (or ROW management plans) consistent with guidance provided by the BPA Transmission System Vegetation Management Program FEIS and related National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements.
Serve as a project manager on ROW and access road projects.
Review transmission line corridors and construction projects for compliance with line maintenance standards for ROW clearing, access road erosion control, and structure site vegetation.
Serve as a Contracting O ice Representative (COR) and monitor performance and compliance with contract specifications.
Develop and maintain regional (multi-district) vegetation management and access road program data that includes annual work plans, project tracking spreadsheets, environmental analysis checklists, statements of work, prescription sheets, herbicide forms, access road request forms, and an access road data dictionary in a manner consistent with the reporting requirements of the BPA system as a whole including all regions.
Serve as a technical expert in vegetation and ROW management to various internal groups, outside agencies, and the public as issues arise within the region including negotiation, coordination with county-weed boards and other entities (e.g., Army Corps, Forest Service, state departments of natural resources, Bureau of Reclamation, etc.).
Respond to inquiries, from a broad range of sources, on sensitive issues involving vegetation control methods, herbicide application, protection of cultural resources and other related issues.
Initiate, negotiate, and maintain cooperative agreements with public and private landowners (including dispute resolutions), other agencies such as the USFWS, or Native American Tribes regarding ROW management and maintenance practices.
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Your Opportunity
Stantec is seeking an Environmental Planner to join our Impact Assessment, Permitting, and Compliance Practice in Southern California. The position is to be based out of our Bakersfield, California office. Stantec offers flexible work locations, flexible work hours and a robust compensation and benefit package.
As an Environmental Scientist/Regulatory Planner, you will provide environmental science and land use planning knowledge to help with public and private projects including Oil and Gas, Transportation Infrastructure, or Renewable Energy. Diversified experience with other business sectors such as Water, Community Development, and Mining are also desirable. You will provide support for environmental impact statement, biological and cultural assessment, CEQA/NEPA assessments and land use planning for environmental projects. Additional experience that encompasses regulatory compliance and permitting experience including with but not limited to the U.S. Clean Water Act, U.S. Endangered Species Act, Federal Land Policy and Management Act, California Endangered Species Act, California Fish and Game Code, and Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act are also desirable.
In this position, you will serve as a team member working with scientists, engineers, project managers, and junior project staff. Each day, as an environmental professional, you will contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams in all phases of the execution and delivery of projects. You should be a self-motivated professional and should also have a desire to grow personally as well as professionally with each project.
This position requires strong skills as a self-starter, with ability to participate on multiple projects simultaneously. This role will also include support to project management teams on dynamic projects.
Your Key Responsibilities
Capable of managing staff and projects
Demonstrate success with research, analysis, and reporting.
Are a self-starting, team-oriented professional with excellent written and communication skills.
Are familiar with review and analysis of scientific data, maps and drawings.
Provide support in delivering high quality work products to Stantec’s multi-disciplinary project teams.
Ability to identify opportunities and build relationships with clients.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Basic Qualifications
Environmental consulting experience is a requirement.
Experience working directly with clients.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience leading and contributing to environmental impact evaluation and environmental permit applications, including, resource and impact evaluations, preparation of NEPA/CEQA analysis and documentation.
Experience leading environmental permitting of energy facilities, pipelines, and/or other linear projects in the western United States including: USACE 404 wetland permitting, CDFW 1600 Agreements and CESA permitting, RWQCB 401 certifications, and other environmental permitting.
Demonstrated technical competence and project experience in natural resource fields applicable to environmental permitting of infrastructure projects, both public and private.
Must have a good driving record and valid Driver's License.
OSHA HAZWOPER 40 certification preferred or ability to obtain prior to employment.
Prior to employment, this position will require the successful passing of a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Preferred Qualifications
Direct experience with California independent power producers, utilities, and relevant California regulatory agencies.
Experience serving on and leading teams of staff for permitting facilities in California.
Established relationships with local, state, and federal permitting agencies.
CEQA experience.
NEPA experience.
General understanding of geographic information systems.
Ability to work independently, as well as in teams ranging from 2 to 60 staff.
Ability to direct staff technicians regarding data collection, preparation of figures and maps, and report production.
CPUC and/or CEC experience a plus
Education and Experience
BA/BS degree in Urban, Regional or Environmental Land Use Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or a related field. 5 to 8 years of experience.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
Your Opportunity
Stantec is seeking an Environmental Planner to join our Impact Assessment, Permitting, and Compliance Practice in Southern California. The position is to be based out of our Bakersfield, California office. Stantec offers flexible work locations, flexible work hours and a robust compensation and benefit package.
As an Environmental Scientist/Regulatory Planner, you will provide environmental science and land use planning knowledge to help with public and private projects including Oil and Gas, Transportation Infrastructure, or Renewable Energy. Diversified experience with other business sectors such as Water, Community Development, and Mining are also desirable. You will provide support for environmental impact statement, biological and cultural assessment, CEQA/NEPA assessments and land use planning for environmental projects. Additional experience that encompasses regulatory compliance and permitting experience including with but not limited to the U.S. Clean Water Act, U.S. Endangered Species Act, Federal Land Policy and Management Act, California Endangered Species Act, California Fish and Game Code, and Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act are also desirable.
In this position, you will serve as a team member working with scientists, engineers, project managers, and junior project staff. Each day, as an environmental professional, you will contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams in all phases of the execution and delivery of projects. You should be a self-motivated professional and should also have a desire to grow personally as well as professionally with each project.
This position requires strong skills as a self-starter, with ability to participate on multiple projects simultaneously. This role will also include support to project management teams on dynamic projects.
Your Key Responsibilities
Capable of managing staff and projects
Demonstrate success with research, analysis, and reporting.
Are a self-starting, team-oriented professional with excellent written and communication skills.
Are familiar with review and analysis of scientific data, maps and drawings.
Provide support in delivering high quality work products to Stantec’s multi-disciplinary project teams.
Ability to identify opportunities and build relationships with clients.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Basic Qualifications
Environmental consulting experience is a requirement.
Experience working directly with clients.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience leading and contributing to environmental impact evaluation and environmental permit applications, including, resource and impact evaluations, preparation of NEPA/CEQA analysis and documentation.
Experience leading environmental permitting of energy facilities, pipelines, and/or other linear projects in the western United States including: USACE 404 wetland permitting, CDFW 1600 Agreements and CESA permitting, RWQCB 401 certifications, and other environmental permitting.
Demonstrated technical competence and project experience in natural resource fields applicable to environmental permitting of infrastructure projects, both public and private.
Must have a good driving record and valid Driver's License.
OSHA HAZWOPER 40 certification preferred or ability to obtain prior to employment.
Prior to employment, this position will require the successful passing of a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Preferred Qualifications
Direct experience with California independent power producers, utilities, and relevant California regulatory agencies.
Experience serving on and leading teams of staff for permitting facilities in California.
Established relationships with local, state, and federal permitting agencies.
CEQA experience.
NEPA experience.
General understanding of geographic information systems.
Ability to work independently, as well as in teams ranging from 2 to 60 staff.
Ability to direct staff technicians regarding data collection, preparation of figures and maps, and report production.
CPUC and/or CEC experience a plus
Education and Experience
BA/BS degree in Urban, Regional or Environmental Land Use Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or a related field. 5 to 8 years of experience.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
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Overview / Responsibilities
Wood is seeking resumes for qualified Environmental Inspectors (EIs) for various pipeline and other energy infrastructure projects throughout the U.S. EI positions will be staffed on a per project basis and will involve full-time work, likely exceeding 40 hours per week, for the duration of a given project.
Key Responsibilities :
Conduct on-site environmental inspections to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permit conditions, project plans, and other environmental commitments
Preparation of written inspection reports including photo documentation, construction status reports, compliance tracking logs, etc.
Provide guidance regarding proper installation, maintenance, and removal of erosion and sediment control measures
Conduct and assist with environmental training
Correspondence with contractor, agency, and client personnel
Conducting any required sampling
Onsite waste tracking/management and coordinating transportation, and/or disposal of/for various media
Skills / Qualifications
Role Requirements :
Possesses knowledge of pipeline construction activities with experience working around heavy equipment
Strong understanding of Industry Standards relating to erosion and sediment control practices, wetland crossings, stream crossings, agricultural lands, cultural resources, sensitive species and other environmental aspects of pipeline construction projects
Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings and other technical documents
Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations pertaining to pipeline construction projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work long hours outdoors under various field conditions
Computer proficiency
Valid U.S. Driver’s License
Have or obtain project specific or client required certifications or training
Preferred :
BA/BS Degree in Environmental Science, Biological Resources, or related field
OSHA 40 hour certification
Physical Demands :
Field activities may require working in unfavorable weather conditions
Field activities may require working in specialized protective equipment supplied by employer. Candidate must be physically capable of performing tasks in such equipment
Will lift equipment and carry laboratory samples which requires the ability to lift 40 pounds
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Nov 26, 2019
Full time
Overview / Responsibilities
Wood is seeking resumes for qualified Environmental Inspectors (EIs) for various pipeline and other energy infrastructure projects throughout the U.S. EI positions will be staffed on a per project basis and will involve full-time work, likely exceeding 40 hours per week, for the duration of a given project.
Key Responsibilities :
Conduct on-site environmental inspections to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permit conditions, project plans, and other environmental commitments
Preparation of written inspection reports including photo documentation, construction status reports, compliance tracking logs, etc.
Provide guidance regarding proper installation, maintenance, and removal of erosion and sediment control measures
Conduct and assist with environmental training
Correspondence with contractor, agency, and client personnel
Conducting any required sampling
Onsite waste tracking/management and coordinating transportation, and/or disposal of/for various media
Skills / Qualifications
Role Requirements :
Possesses knowledge of pipeline construction activities with experience working around heavy equipment
Strong understanding of Industry Standards relating to erosion and sediment control practices, wetland crossings, stream crossings, agricultural lands, cultural resources, sensitive species and other environmental aspects of pipeline construction projects
Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings and other technical documents
Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations pertaining to pipeline construction projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work long hours outdoors under various field conditions
Computer proficiency
Valid U.S. Driver’s License
Have or obtain project specific or client required certifications or training
Preferred :
BA/BS Degree in Environmental Science, Biological Resources, or related field
OSHA 40 hour certification
Physical Demands :
Field activities may require working in unfavorable weather conditions
Field activities may require working in specialized protective equipment supplied by employer. Candidate must be physically capable of performing tasks in such equipment
Will lift equipment and carry laboratory samples which requires the ability to lift 40 pounds
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Wood is currently recruiting for a Environmental Manager.
About Wood Nuclear & PPP:
Wood Nuclear is the Design and Engineering partner for Sellafield under the PPP (Programme and Project Partners). This is 20-year arrangement to deliver ~£7bn of major projects. We are identifying our best people to deliver this programme.
Sellafield are looking to adopt high value experience from across comparable highly complex regulated sectors and want to transform project delivery across its estate. Working in a fully collaborative environment, there are three core parts of the PPP scope: delivery of major projects, site-wide project delivery improvements and provision of supporting PPP services. Wood Nuclear provide the front-end design and engineering capability and services required to deliver major projects and site-wide project delivery improvements. The programme will deliver innovation in solutions and schedule underpinning the decommissioning plan for the site.
Being part of the PPP Team offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team driving change and innovation in design and execution of engineering, safety and delivery solutions in one of the most complex industrial sites in the UK if not the world.
The Environmental Manager position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team which will be directly responsible for change in a highly-regulated industry, which will invest up to £7bn over the next two decades.
One of the projects that is being transferred to PPP is BEPPS2 (A remote handleable ILW store).
BEPPS2 is a design evolution of existing two vault fully enclosed and shielded ILW stores with an EOT crane servicing each vault.
Previous designs were undertaken in the mid-2000s and BEPPS2 Project Team have identified that there have been significant changes to design codes, nuclear and environmental regulations and application of BIM, CDM and Sustainability.
Role Description
Leadership and support relating to project development and general environmental management work; assisting projects to meet legal and company requirements and to drive improved environmental performance. Promoting best environmental practice, improved business management of environmentally related issues and demonstration of sustainability.
Skills / Qualifications
Provision of environmental management guidance, support, challenge and working collaboratively with the project team to produce environmental deliverables.
Identify the scope of environmental deliverables and workstreams, and help incorporate them into an overall project schedule/ programme of work.
Manage delivery of the environmental work packages required across the project lifecycle.
Facilitate acquisition of resources to ensure all environmental deliverables are completed to time, quality and cost.
Provide technical advice to project/ study teams on regulatory compliance and other environmental subjects.
Lead discussions with Regulators, and potentially other interested external stakeholders on environmental matters.
Manage environmental assurance within the project/ study, including assurance reviews and delivery of environmental audits, for example, of the construction site(s); with additional themed audits as considered appropriate.
Act as the single point of contact for the project for compiling internal and external environmental approvals/ consents/ permits.
Support sitewide/ programme/project initiatives as required, for example, input into the annual Sellafield Ltd environmental permit reviews.
Draw on, and share relevant Learning From Experience (LFE).
Develop and deliver a programme to enhance the environmental culture and the environmental awareness within the project/ study.
Develop and deliver sustainability assessments.
Why join Wood Nuclear?
For you:
A competitive reward package;
Work life balance – We offer flexible working; we have core and flex hours in all our permanent office locations.
Family friendly benefits – maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave.
International opportunities - Operating in 60 countries you will have access to international career opportunities and diverse challenges.
For your peace of mind we offer life insurance benefit on top of a contributory pension scheme, income protection and life assurance benefit.
To support you throughout your career you will have access to an Employee Assistance programme, which can offer anything from financial advice to mental health support and counselling sessions.
For our communities:
We give back to our communities, we have a matched funding community investment programme. In our global business our people are showing commitment and courage to care for the communities we operate in. You can do this by supporting causes and raising funds for charities that are important to you, your colleagues and your local area.
Company Overview
Wood is a global leader in the delivery of project, engineering and technical services to energy and industrial markets. We operate in more than 60 countries, employing around 60,000 people, with revenues of over $10 billion. We provide performance-driven solutions throughout the asset life cycle, from concept to decommissioning across a broad range of industrial markets, including the upstream, midstream and downstream oil & gas, power & process, environment and infrastructure, clean energy, mining, nuclear, and general industrial sectors. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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Nov 26, 2019
Full time
Wood is currently recruiting for a Environmental Manager.
About Wood Nuclear & PPP:
Wood Nuclear is the Design and Engineering partner for Sellafield under the PPP (Programme and Project Partners). This is 20-year arrangement to deliver ~£7bn of major projects. We are identifying our best people to deliver this programme.
Sellafield are looking to adopt high value experience from across comparable highly complex regulated sectors and want to transform project delivery across its estate. Working in a fully collaborative environment, there are three core parts of the PPP scope: delivery of major projects, site-wide project delivery improvements and provision of supporting PPP services. Wood Nuclear provide the front-end design and engineering capability and services required to deliver major projects and site-wide project delivery improvements. The programme will deliver innovation in solutions and schedule underpinning the decommissioning plan for the site.
Being part of the PPP Team offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team driving change and innovation in design and execution of engineering, safety and delivery solutions in one of the most complex industrial sites in the UK if not the world.
The Environmental Manager position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team which will be directly responsible for change in a highly-regulated industry, which will invest up to £7bn over the next two decades.
One of the projects that is being transferred to PPP is BEPPS2 (A remote handleable ILW store).
BEPPS2 is a design evolution of existing two vault fully enclosed and shielded ILW stores with an EOT crane servicing each vault.
Previous designs were undertaken in the mid-2000s and BEPPS2 Project Team have identified that there have been significant changes to design codes, nuclear and environmental regulations and application of BIM, CDM and Sustainability.
Role Description
Leadership and support relating to project development and general environmental management work; assisting projects to meet legal and company requirements and to drive improved environmental performance. Promoting best environmental practice, improved business management of environmentally related issues and demonstration of sustainability.
Skills / Qualifications
Provision of environmental management guidance, support, challenge and working collaboratively with the project team to produce environmental deliverables.
Identify the scope of environmental deliverables and workstreams, and help incorporate them into an overall project schedule/ programme of work.
Manage delivery of the environmental work packages required across the project lifecycle.
Facilitate acquisition of resources to ensure all environmental deliverables are completed to time, quality and cost.
Provide technical advice to project/ study teams on regulatory compliance and other environmental subjects.
Lead discussions with Regulators, and potentially other interested external stakeholders on environmental matters.
Manage environmental assurance within the project/ study, including assurance reviews and delivery of environmental audits, for example, of the construction site(s); with additional themed audits as considered appropriate.
Act as the single point of contact for the project for compiling internal and external environmental approvals/ consents/ permits.
Support sitewide/ programme/project initiatives as required, for example, input into the annual Sellafield Ltd environmental permit reviews.
Draw on, and share relevant Learning From Experience (LFE).
Develop and deliver a programme to enhance the environmental culture and the environmental awareness within the project/ study.
Develop and deliver sustainability assessments.
Why join Wood Nuclear?
For you:
A competitive reward package;
Work life balance – We offer flexible working; we have core and flex hours in all our permanent office locations.
Family friendly benefits – maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave.
International opportunities - Operating in 60 countries you will have access to international career opportunities and diverse challenges.
For your peace of mind we offer life insurance benefit on top of a contributory pension scheme, income protection and life assurance benefit.
To support you throughout your career you will have access to an Employee Assistance programme, which can offer anything from financial advice to mental health support and counselling sessions.
For our communities:
We give back to our communities, we have a matched funding community investment programme. In our global business our people are showing commitment and courage to care for the communities we operate in. You can do this by supporting causes and raising funds for charities that are important to you, your colleagues and your local area.
Company Overview
Wood is a global leader in the delivery of project, engineering and technical services to energy and industrial markets. We operate in more than 60 countries, employing around 60,000 people, with revenues of over $10 billion. We provide performance-driven solutions throughout the asset life cycle, from concept to decommissioning across a broad range of industrial markets, including the upstream, midstream and downstream oil & gas, power & process, environment and infrastructure, clean energy, mining, nuclear, and general industrial sectors. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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2020 Summer Intern (U.S.) - Environmental Engineering Intern
Requisition ID: 222094
Overview
Bechtel has a long tradition of technical and engineering excellence in supporting multiple industries. Our engineers use their ideas and ingenuity to create innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions for our customers.
The various Environmental Engineering tasks demand detail-oriented individuals with multi-faceted skills, particularly in-depth technical expertise, flexibility, enthusiasm for individual and team tasks, and analytical problem-solving capabilities.
As an Environmental Engineer Intern, you will work in multi-disciplinary teams and provide assistance in water and wastewater systems, air emissions, environmental impact assessments, and environmental regulatory requirements.
The total number of hires and start dates are subject to workload and business conditions. Locations will vary based on project needs and may include Houston, Texas, along with various project sites.
General Job Duties
This position will allow you to perform assignments that will develop professional working knowledge and abilities through the application of applicable codes and standards, as well as engineering calculations and techniques, procedures, and criteria. You will exercise limited, but increasing, judgment in performing your assigned duties using methods prescribed by your supervisor.
Typical Activities of the Environmental Engineering Team
Writing specifications
Developing processing schemes
Performing equipment sizing calcultions
Performing analysis and conceptual study-level reports
Estimating air emissions
Performing air dispersion modeling
Assisting with Environmental Impact Assessments and client permitting applications
Basic Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science degree program in Chemical or Environmental Engineering at an accredited college or university
Ability and willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project job sites
Possess the eligibility to work and remain in the U.S. with visa sponsorship, now or in the future
Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
Preferred Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a Master of Science degree program in Chemical or Environmental Engineering at an accredited college or university
Completed relevant coursework with a strong GPA
Prior co-op or internship experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Shaping tomorrow together
Bechtel is one of the most respected global engineering, construction, and project management companies. Together with our customers, we deliver landmark projects that foster long-term progress and economic growth. Since 1898, we’ve completed more than 25,000 extraordinary projects across 160 countries on all seven continents. We operate through four global businesses: Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Oil, Gas & Chemicals; and Mining & Metals. Our company and our culture are built on more than a century of leadership and a relentless adherence to our values, the core of which are safety, quality, ethics, and integrity. These values are what we believe, what we expect, what we deliver, and what we live. www.bechtel.com
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Nov 25, 2019
Internship- Paid
2020 Summer Intern (U.S.) - Environmental Engineering Intern
Requisition ID: 222094
Overview
Bechtel has a long tradition of technical and engineering excellence in supporting multiple industries. Our engineers use their ideas and ingenuity to create innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions for our customers.
The various Environmental Engineering tasks demand detail-oriented individuals with multi-faceted skills, particularly in-depth technical expertise, flexibility, enthusiasm for individual and team tasks, and analytical problem-solving capabilities.
As an Environmental Engineer Intern, you will work in multi-disciplinary teams and provide assistance in water and wastewater systems, air emissions, environmental impact assessments, and environmental regulatory requirements.
The total number of hires and start dates are subject to workload and business conditions. Locations will vary based on project needs and may include Houston, Texas, along with various project sites.
General Job Duties
This position will allow you to perform assignments that will develop professional working knowledge and abilities through the application of applicable codes and standards, as well as engineering calculations and techniques, procedures, and criteria. You will exercise limited, but increasing, judgment in performing your assigned duties using methods prescribed by your supervisor.
Typical Activities of the Environmental Engineering Team
Writing specifications
Developing processing schemes
Performing equipment sizing calcultions
Performing analysis and conceptual study-level reports
Estimating air emissions
Performing air dispersion modeling
Assisting with Environmental Impact Assessments and client permitting applications
Basic Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science degree program in Chemical or Environmental Engineering at an accredited college or university
Ability and willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project job sites
Possess the eligibility to work and remain in the U.S. with visa sponsorship, now or in the future
Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
Preferred Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a Master of Science degree program in Chemical or Environmental Engineering at an accredited college or university
Completed relevant coursework with a strong GPA
Prior co-op or internship experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Shaping tomorrow together
Bechtel is one of the most respected global engineering, construction, and project management companies. Together with our customers, we deliver landmark projects that foster long-term progress and economic growth. Since 1898, we’ve completed more than 25,000 extraordinary projects across 160 countries on all seven continents. We operate through four global businesses: Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Oil, Gas & Chemicals; and Mining & Metals. Our company and our culture are built on more than a century of leadership and a relentless adherence to our values, the core of which are safety, quality, ethics, and integrity. These values are what we believe, what we expect, what we deliver, and what we live. www.bechtel.com
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Job profile summary:
Responsible for supporting environmental regulatory compliance and the delivery of regulatory activities, including inspections and reporting, utilising sound technical capabilities to provide day-to-day operational support and advice on environmental issues, acting as a subject matter expert.
Job Advert:
• Provide RCE support to business unit to ensure compliance with state and federal laws while maintaining conformance with BP corporate requirements.
• Provide strategic guidance and technical support to the BPX Energy business units to enable the achievement of their business objectives.
• Lead environmental initiatives and participate in deploying programs on key environmental matters related to the business unit.
• High technical proficiency in the application of applicable regulatory resources and requirements associated with onshore production.
• Proficiency communicating regulations, risk management, and risk assessment skills as related to onshore production.
• Provide environmental support to business unit(s) by participating and collaborating with various individuals, workgroups and functions.
• Participate in and collaborate with applicable external environmental and regulatory workgroups and committees as related to the business unit(s).
• Support business unit in air permitting, LDAR, engine testing management for facility updates/modifications, GHG calculation workbooks to identify, document (L48 GHG Guidebook), and quantify emission calculation improvements.
• Provide environmental support and guidance through eMOC review or by direct request for projects to ensure compliance obligations are met.
• Environmental reporting and environmental data management.
• Release reporting and calculations.
• Participate in state and local advocacy.
• Provide cross-training and support to other environmental engineers as needed (i.e. HYSYS training, TX permitting guidance, assistance w/ emission calcs, etc.).
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Nov 25, 2019
Full time
Job profile summary:
Responsible for supporting environmental regulatory compliance and the delivery of regulatory activities, including inspections and reporting, utilising sound technical capabilities to provide day-to-day operational support and advice on environmental issues, acting as a subject matter expert.
Job Advert:
• Provide RCE support to business unit to ensure compliance with state and federal laws while maintaining conformance with BP corporate requirements.
• Provide strategic guidance and technical support to the BPX Energy business units to enable the achievement of their business objectives.
• Lead environmental initiatives and participate in deploying programs on key environmental matters related to the business unit.
• High technical proficiency in the application of applicable regulatory resources and requirements associated with onshore production.
• Proficiency communicating regulations, risk management, and risk assessment skills as related to onshore production.
• Provide environmental support to business unit(s) by participating and collaborating with various individuals, workgroups and functions.
• Participate in and collaborate with applicable external environmental and regulatory workgroups and committees as related to the business unit(s).
• Support business unit in air permitting, LDAR, engine testing management for facility updates/modifications, GHG calculation workbooks to identify, document (L48 GHG Guidebook), and quantify emission calculation improvements.
• Provide environmental support and guidance through eMOC review or by direct request for projects to ensure compliance obligations are met.
• Environmental reporting and environmental data management.
• Release reporting and calculations.
• Participate in state and local advocacy.
• Provide cross-training and support to other environmental engineers as needed (i.e. HYSYS training, TX permitting guidance, assistance w/ emission calcs, etc.).
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Suez North America
Haworth, New Jersey, United States
The Director of Water Quality and Environmental Compliance will be responsible for the direction, administration, development and oversight over water quality, environmental stewardship and environmental rules and regulations, including those associated with the Safe Drinking Water Act & Clean Water Act throughout the NJ Division. This includes strategies to manage water, wastewater and environmental quality challenges, anticipate & understand regulatory trends and develop the appropriate strategies and processes for local water quality and wastewater managers to ensure facilities compliance, manage risk, and to deliver the appropriate reporting and communications to the group. Additionally all laboratories (Haworth or local on-site testing facilities) will be under the purview of this position.
The position will actively monitor, verify, remediate and strengthen compliance with regulations and laws. Execute departmental action plans, contribute to the development of functional strategies and interface with corporate EHS&S and Water Quality Compliance teams to implement corporate initiatives at the local level. Also provides feedback to the leadership team for applicable policies and regulations. Key objectives include but are not limited to:
Compliance strategy: develop and manage NJ Division compliance strategy and action plans
Evaluate and understand regulatory trends to manage anticipated risks and challenges
Provide oversight of drinking water quality, wastewater and environmental compliance requirements
Develop and maintain the appropriate KPIs, dashboards and reports to monitor water compliance & the appropriate reporting processes
Harmonization and best practices: create and manage the NJ water/wastewater quality community & develop processes to ensure coordination to share best practices and disseminate appropriate information
Crisis management: define the appropriate processes & SOPs to manage water, wastewater and environmental crises such as chemical spill/release incidents etc.
Develop and maintain relationships with pertinent water industry professionals and environmental regulators (AWWA, WRF, EPA, State, etc.)
Serve as the NJ Divisional contact for the Utility Division Environmental Compliance Assurance Program (ECAP), Emergency Response Plan and other activities that enable SUEZ NJ to continually improve environmental, water quality and wastewater standards.
The role will require the oversight, operational support and coordination of all environmental, quality, and regulatory programs, working with corporate, legal, financial, engineering, and operations management teams to accelerate and improve the effectiveness of our environmental, quality, and regulatory activities and ensure that events are reported in a timely and responsible manner. It will also carry responsibility to conduct investigations and develop / implement remedial programs, where necessary.
Nature & Scope-Principal Areas of Responsibilities:
Develops State Water Quality, waste water and Environmental monitoring programs that ensures company compliance with regulatory and SUEZ standards and adherence to measurement and reporting schedules.
Develop a standard process to tracks permits related to operation of the business.
Develop and maintains compliance strategy for drinking water and wastewater systems.
Develops effective Environmental Management compliance strategy and road map. Develop plans and works with the operations to ensure continuous compliance.
Reviews the impact of proposed water, wastewater and environmental regulations and guidelines to determine impact on operating procedures. Provides guidance for compliance with regulatory change.
Continually reviews developing water quality, wastewater and environmental regulations and trends, provides input to the local, state and federal regulatory process and ensures that programs are in place to enable compliance and customer satisfaction.
Provide senior management with regulatory trends analysis, management of data collection and analysis activities, research and innovation programs and projects, report writing, sampling and bench testing projects, and other tasks.
Works with operations to ensure that Onsite Compliance Documents (OCD) are updated as new regulations are implemented and new SOPs are developed to address the regulations.
Develop and implement programs designed to increase onsite project awareness and knowledge of compliance policies, and long-range remedial solutions in response to environmental/regulatory practice investigations or existing hazardous conditions in order to reduce risk and protect company assets.
Represent SUEZ on environmental issues and participate in local organizations by serving on committees or by becoming a member and participating in relevant organizations.
Provide technical training on water quality and wastewater issues, regulations and treatment process operations to appropriate personnel. Assist with the preparation of training materials and coordination of weekly and monthly themes, completion of incident reports and generation of monthly statistics.
Conducts practical, scientific-based research to improve or maintain water quality and wastewater quality at the treatment plants and within the distribution systems. For any issues, lead and conduct root cause analyses and work with the team to implement actions to fill remediate the identified gaps.
Works jointly with, and provides guidance to Operations personnel to ensure that the most cost effective, and optimized treatment processes are being utilized.
Develop and enhance existing KPIs, metrics to gain a better understanding of the organization and ensure we are compliant.
Oversees and directs work of staff and advises other company employees regarding state operations with potential to impact water quality, public health or environmental compliance.
Establishes, reviews and approves State water quality-related reports and communications, coordination of Consumer Confidence Reports, and water quality operational procedures.
Interfaces with Corporate Environmental Management on reporting and coordination of the environmental function. Provides input on water quality, public health and environmental matters.
Provides technical assistance across the division on Water Quality, Waste Water and Environmental issues.
Directs the laboratory staff and ensure that the laboratory continues to operate effectively and efficiently. .
Develops O&M/Capital budgets and operates to stay within the budget.
Oversees and directs company programs to address security of sources, facilities and customers against water quality and other environmental threats. Assist with the development of cross-connection and backflow prevention programs.
Serves as an expert witness in legal/ratemaking proceedings.
Participates in due diligence investigation support related to new projects and mergers/acquisitions. Responsible for integration of acquired systems into NJ compliance water, wastewater and environmental programs.
Communicates with environmental regulators on reportable incidents, regulatory inspections and permitting matters.
Investigate and resolve compliance problems, questions, or complaints received from within the company, customers, government regulatory agencies, etc.
Implement a quality assurance and quality control program: Audit and evaluate current policies, procedures, and documentation for compliance with government laws and regulations.
Coordinate company response and solutions with business plans, federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Negotiate remediation solutions with environmental/regulatory agencies to minimize regulatory impact and compliance damages.
Review and determine applicability of environmental regulations and prepare Permit applications. Prepare and maintain schedule, associated documentation and reports for regulatory compliance (permits, testing, etc.)
Oversee implementation and use of compliance tools (e.g., WIMs, Intelex, new WQMS, etc.) in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
Oversees administration of hazardous materials and waste management program including waste minimization procedures; reviews chemicals used and maintains required materials safety data sheets (MSDS); serves as a First Responder on chemical spill/release incidents.
Other duties as assigned.
Provide guidance and assistance to drinking water systems and facilities with regards to treatment processes and distribution systems operations to prevent and resolve water quality issues, and ensure compliance with drinking water regulations (State and Federal).
Reporting:
Oversees the timely preparation and dissemination of required reports, both internally and externally including those associated with federal, State and local compliance requirements.
Leads the development of remedial action plans, monitors completion of remedial actions, and prepares necessary follow up to environmental audit reports.
Liaison:
Serves as a resource to managers in the regulatory compliance discipline.
Monitors the regulatory environment, and keeps abreast of relevant pending and in-force regulations.
Maintains Suez Environmental electronic regulations federal and state registers, industry news bulletins, etc. and provides relevant and timely updates to affected facilities/operations.
Participates in Suez initiatives, research programs and technical programs in areas associated with Environmental programs.
Operations Support:
Initiates, develops, implements, monitors, and manages environmental programs, policies, and procedures to ensure the organization complies with all current environmental regulations.
Regularly evaluates procedures, conducts periodic inspections of facilities and equipment to identify environmental hazards for improvement; issues notices of unsafe working conditions or hazard along with recommendations to safeguard the environment.
Standing member of the ECAP Audit Team.
Other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions:
Ability to travel to field locations and interface and communicate effectively with staff.
Required Skills
Knowledge of water/wastewater operations and treatment processes, water quality monitoring and quality assurance programs.
Knowledge of government (federal, state and local) regulations and permitting related to drinking water, wastewater and environmental compliance and employee/community safety.
Knowledge of current and emerging environmental issues.
Knowledge of environmental regulations impacting water resources and facility operations.
Knowledge of industry trade organizations to include participation in related activities aimed at improving water quality.
Environmental Auditing and Site Inspections
Air Quality compliance and permitting
Knowledge of water safety planning, source water protection and reservoir management.
Ability to conduct and interpret bench/pilot testing, water quality sampling protocols, plant performance testing, analyze raw and finished water quality, and optimize treatment.
Ability to identify root cause of water quality/treatment problems and assist production/operations in implementing and monitoring water treatment solutions.
Strong leadership skills and ability to use sound judgement to make decisions
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral), strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficient with MS Office suite applications.
Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work well independently and as part of a cross-functional team
In-depth knowledge of federal environmental (EPA) and corresponding NJ regulations.
Working knowledge of water chemistry and treatment is required, similar experience in laboratory testing a plus
Strong technical and presentation skills
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Required Experience
Ten (10) years of experience in regulatory and environmental compliance required. Focus in environmental management of water resources and/or treatment or related technology or process development.
Experience in the management of people (direct and indirect) and budgets; development of plans and strategies.
Experience with water quality compliance strategies, bench/pilot testing, and plant performance assessment.
Environmental Reporting (i.e., Annual Waste Summaries, EPCRA Tier II Reports, SARA Toxic Release Inventory Reports, Air Emissions Inventory Reports, Annual Compliance Reports, etc.)
PE, or other professional certification preferred
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
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Nov 25, 2019
Full time
The Director of Water Quality and Environmental Compliance will be responsible for the direction, administration, development and oversight over water quality, environmental stewardship and environmental rules and regulations, including those associated with the Safe Drinking Water Act & Clean Water Act throughout the NJ Division. This includes strategies to manage water, wastewater and environmental quality challenges, anticipate & understand regulatory trends and develop the appropriate strategies and processes for local water quality and wastewater managers to ensure facilities compliance, manage risk, and to deliver the appropriate reporting and communications to the group. Additionally all laboratories (Haworth or local on-site testing facilities) will be under the purview of this position.
The position will actively monitor, verify, remediate and strengthen compliance with regulations and laws. Execute departmental action plans, contribute to the development of functional strategies and interface with corporate EHS&S and Water Quality Compliance teams to implement corporate initiatives at the local level. Also provides feedback to the leadership team for applicable policies and regulations. Key objectives include but are not limited to:
Compliance strategy: develop and manage NJ Division compliance strategy and action plans
Evaluate and understand regulatory trends to manage anticipated risks and challenges
Provide oversight of drinking water quality, wastewater and environmental compliance requirements
Develop and maintain the appropriate KPIs, dashboards and reports to monitor water compliance & the appropriate reporting processes
Harmonization and best practices: create and manage the NJ water/wastewater quality community & develop processes to ensure coordination to share best practices and disseminate appropriate information
Crisis management: define the appropriate processes & SOPs to manage water, wastewater and environmental crises such as chemical spill/release incidents etc.
Develop and maintain relationships with pertinent water industry professionals and environmental regulators (AWWA, WRF, EPA, State, etc.)
Serve as the NJ Divisional contact for the Utility Division Environmental Compliance Assurance Program (ECAP), Emergency Response Plan and other activities that enable SUEZ NJ to continually improve environmental, water quality and wastewater standards.
The role will require the oversight, operational support and coordination of all environmental, quality, and regulatory programs, working with corporate, legal, financial, engineering, and operations management teams to accelerate and improve the effectiveness of our environmental, quality, and regulatory activities and ensure that events are reported in a timely and responsible manner. It will also carry responsibility to conduct investigations and develop / implement remedial programs, where necessary.
Nature & Scope-Principal Areas of Responsibilities:
Develops State Water Quality, waste water and Environmental monitoring programs that ensures company compliance with regulatory and SUEZ standards and adherence to measurement and reporting schedules.
Develop a standard process to tracks permits related to operation of the business.
Develop and maintains compliance strategy for drinking water and wastewater systems.
Develops effective Environmental Management compliance strategy and road map. Develop plans and works with the operations to ensure continuous compliance.
Reviews the impact of proposed water, wastewater and environmental regulations and guidelines to determine impact on operating procedures. Provides guidance for compliance with regulatory change.
Continually reviews developing water quality, wastewater and environmental regulations and trends, provides input to the local, state and federal regulatory process and ensures that programs are in place to enable compliance and customer satisfaction.
Provide senior management with regulatory trends analysis, management of data collection and analysis activities, research and innovation programs and projects, report writing, sampling and bench testing projects, and other tasks.
Works with operations to ensure that Onsite Compliance Documents (OCD) are updated as new regulations are implemented and new SOPs are developed to address the regulations.
Develop and implement programs designed to increase onsite project awareness and knowledge of compliance policies, and long-range remedial solutions in response to environmental/regulatory practice investigations or existing hazardous conditions in order to reduce risk and protect company assets.
Represent SUEZ on environmental issues and participate in local organizations by serving on committees or by becoming a member and participating in relevant organizations.
Provide technical training on water quality and wastewater issues, regulations and treatment process operations to appropriate personnel. Assist with the preparation of training materials and coordination of weekly and monthly themes, completion of incident reports and generation of monthly statistics.
Conducts practical, scientific-based research to improve or maintain water quality and wastewater quality at the treatment plants and within the distribution systems. For any issues, lead and conduct root cause analyses and work with the team to implement actions to fill remediate the identified gaps.
Works jointly with, and provides guidance to Operations personnel to ensure that the most cost effective, and optimized treatment processes are being utilized.
Develop and enhance existing KPIs, metrics to gain a better understanding of the organization and ensure we are compliant.
Oversees and directs work of staff and advises other company employees regarding state operations with potential to impact water quality, public health or environmental compliance.
Establishes, reviews and approves State water quality-related reports and communications, coordination of Consumer Confidence Reports, and water quality operational procedures.
Interfaces with Corporate Environmental Management on reporting and coordination of the environmental function. Provides input on water quality, public health and environmental matters.
Provides technical assistance across the division on Water Quality, Waste Water and Environmental issues.
Directs the laboratory staff and ensure that the laboratory continues to operate effectively and efficiently. .
Develops O&M/Capital budgets and operates to stay within the budget.
Oversees and directs company programs to address security of sources, facilities and customers against water quality and other environmental threats. Assist with the development of cross-connection and backflow prevention programs.
Serves as an expert witness in legal/ratemaking proceedings.
Participates in due diligence investigation support related to new projects and mergers/acquisitions. Responsible for integration of acquired systems into NJ compliance water, wastewater and environmental programs.
Communicates with environmental regulators on reportable incidents, regulatory inspections and permitting matters.
Investigate and resolve compliance problems, questions, or complaints received from within the company, customers, government regulatory agencies, etc.
Implement a quality assurance and quality control program: Audit and evaluate current policies, procedures, and documentation for compliance with government laws and regulations.
Coordinate company response and solutions with business plans, federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Negotiate remediation solutions with environmental/regulatory agencies to minimize regulatory impact and compliance damages.
Review and determine applicability of environmental regulations and prepare Permit applications. Prepare and maintain schedule, associated documentation and reports for regulatory compliance (permits, testing, etc.)
Oversee implementation and use of compliance tools (e.g., WIMs, Intelex, new WQMS, etc.) in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
Oversees administration of hazardous materials and waste management program including waste minimization procedures; reviews chemicals used and maintains required materials safety data sheets (MSDS); serves as a First Responder on chemical spill/release incidents.
Other duties as assigned.
Provide guidance and assistance to drinking water systems and facilities with regards to treatment processes and distribution systems operations to prevent and resolve water quality issues, and ensure compliance with drinking water regulations (State and Federal).
Reporting:
Oversees the timely preparation and dissemination of required reports, both internally and externally including those associated with federal, State and local compliance requirements.
Leads the development of remedial action plans, monitors completion of remedial actions, and prepares necessary follow up to environmental audit reports.
Liaison:
Serves as a resource to managers in the regulatory compliance discipline.
Monitors the regulatory environment, and keeps abreast of relevant pending and in-force regulations.
Maintains Suez Environmental electronic regulations federal and state registers, industry news bulletins, etc. and provides relevant and timely updates to affected facilities/operations.
Participates in Suez initiatives, research programs and technical programs in areas associated with Environmental programs.
Operations Support:
Initiates, develops, implements, monitors, and manages environmental programs, policies, and procedures to ensure the organization complies with all current environmental regulations.
Regularly evaluates procedures, conducts periodic inspections of facilities and equipment to identify environmental hazards for improvement; issues notices of unsafe working conditions or hazard along with recommendations to safeguard the environment.
Standing member of the ECAP Audit Team.
Other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions:
Ability to travel to field locations and interface and communicate effectively with staff.
Required Skills
Knowledge of water/wastewater operations and treatment processes, water quality monitoring and quality assurance programs.
Knowledge of government (federal, state and local) regulations and permitting related to drinking water, wastewater and environmental compliance and employee/community safety.
Knowledge of current and emerging environmental issues.
Knowledge of environmental regulations impacting water resources and facility operations.
Knowledge of industry trade organizations to include participation in related activities aimed at improving water quality.
Environmental Auditing and Site Inspections
Air Quality compliance and permitting
Knowledge of water safety planning, source water protection and reservoir management.
Ability to conduct and interpret bench/pilot testing, water quality sampling protocols, plant performance testing, analyze raw and finished water quality, and optimize treatment.
Ability to identify root cause of water quality/treatment problems and assist production/operations in implementing and monitoring water treatment solutions.
Strong leadership skills and ability to use sound judgement to make decisions
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral), strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficient with MS Office suite applications.
Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work well independently and as part of a cross-functional team
In-depth knowledge of federal environmental (EPA) and corresponding NJ regulations.
Working knowledge of water chemistry and treatment is required, similar experience in laboratory testing a plus
Strong technical and presentation skills
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Required Experience
Ten (10) years of experience in regulatory and environmental compliance required. Focus in environmental management of water resources and/or treatment or related technology or process development.
Experience in the management of people (direct and indirect) and budgets; development of plans and strategies.
Experience with water quality compliance strategies, bench/pilot testing, and plant performance assessment.
Environmental Reporting (i.e., Annual Waste Summaries, EPCRA Tier II Reports, SARA Toxic Release Inventory Reports, Air Emissions Inventory Reports, Annual Compliance Reports, etc.)
PE, or other professional certification preferred
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
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DESCRIPTION
At Amazon, we are committed to and invested in compliance and sustainability because it’s a win all around – it’s good for business, the planet, our customers, and our communities. The Worldwide Environmental Affairs and Sustainability team capitalizes on Amazon’s scale, speed, and ability to invent and simplify to create a better and more resilient company. We manage our social and environmental impacts globally, and we drive solutions that enable our customers and our business to become more sustainable. We uphold company standards and expectations and seek to continuously improve the tools and processes that we use in doing so. The Global Waste Program Manager will be responsible for partnering with global ops and Workplace Health and Safety to develop and enable field solutions to our corporate waste standards and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. This role will also be required to ensure the successful development, implementation and standardization of our waste programs that employ reuse, sharing, repair, refurbishment, re-manufacturing and recycling to create a close-loop system, minimizing the use of resource inputs and the creation of waste, pollution and carbon emissions. By focusing on country specific regulations, risk assessments and compliance evaluations, this individual will develop and lead continuous improvement initiatives to minimize environmental aspects and impacts and implement best practices. This individual will focus on implementing sustainable solutions and programs while increasing compliance in the waste field. Global Waste Program Manager Responsibilities: · Develop, integrate and execute strategies, procedures, programs, standards, training, processes and actions throughout the operations organization to facilitate regulatory compliance · Monitor business/geo performance against applicable environmental regulations, programs and standards · Ensure adequate assessment, prevention and control, and management of waste issues and risks arising from operations, vendors and suppliers, company products and business affairs · Use understanding of global waste regulations and programs to support field escalations from operations, environmental affairs, EHS, Legal, and other internal stakeholders · Develop and implement standardized tech and program solutions to increase compliance while reducing our environmental impact through waste elimination and reuse closed-loop practices
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in chemistry, chemical or environmental engineering or related field of study - 7+ years of experience serving as a waste technical resource, manager, program specialist, or program manager - Broad knowledge of waste regulations, programs and processes - Experience partnering with worldwide teams to develop and implement programs as well as on continuous improvement projects. - Experience leading change in multiple site environments and the ability to influence those that are not direct reports, or within your organization - Written and verbal communication skills, including interfacing with Sr. Managers and Directors - Experience demonstrating interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and achieve results - Analytical skills with demonstrated problem-solving ability - Willing to travel up to 25%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- ISO 14000 or equivalent experience preferred - Experience in a fast-paced, changing/growing organization is a plus - Experience implementing lean principles and process improvement in an operational environment - Must be an effective communicator and send clear, concise and consistent messages, both verbally and in writing. Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.
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Nov 25, 2019
Full time
DESCRIPTION
At Amazon, we are committed to and invested in compliance and sustainability because it’s a win all around – it’s good for business, the planet, our customers, and our communities. The Worldwide Environmental Affairs and Sustainability team capitalizes on Amazon’s scale, speed, and ability to invent and simplify to create a better and more resilient company. We manage our social and environmental impacts globally, and we drive solutions that enable our customers and our business to become more sustainable. We uphold company standards and expectations and seek to continuously improve the tools and processes that we use in doing so. The Global Waste Program Manager will be responsible for partnering with global ops and Workplace Health and Safety to develop and enable field solutions to our corporate waste standards and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. This role will also be required to ensure the successful development, implementation and standardization of our waste programs that employ reuse, sharing, repair, refurbishment, re-manufacturing and recycling to create a close-loop system, minimizing the use of resource inputs and the creation of waste, pollution and carbon emissions. By focusing on country specific regulations, risk assessments and compliance evaluations, this individual will develop and lead continuous improvement initiatives to minimize environmental aspects and impacts and implement best practices. This individual will focus on implementing sustainable solutions and programs while increasing compliance in the waste field. Global Waste Program Manager Responsibilities: · Develop, integrate and execute strategies, procedures, programs, standards, training, processes and actions throughout the operations organization to facilitate regulatory compliance · Monitor business/geo performance against applicable environmental regulations, programs and standards · Ensure adequate assessment, prevention and control, and management of waste issues and risks arising from operations, vendors and suppliers, company products and business affairs · Use understanding of global waste regulations and programs to support field escalations from operations, environmental affairs, EHS, Legal, and other internal stakeholders · Develop and implement standardized tech and program solutions to increase compliance while reducing our environmental impact through waste elimination and reuse closed-loop practices
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in chemistry, chemical or environmental engineering or related field of study - 7+ years of experience serving as a waste technical resource, manager, program specialist, or program manager - Broad knowledge of waste regulations, programs and processes - Experience partnering with worldwide teams to develop and implement programs as well as on continuous improvement projects. - Experience leading change in multiple site environments and the ability to influence those that are not direct reports, or within your organization - Written and verbal communication skills, including interfacing with Sr. Managers and Directors - Experience demonstrating interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and achieve results - Analytical skills with demonstrated problem-solving ability - Willing to travel up to 25%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- ISO 14000 or equivalent experience preferred - Experience in a fast-paced, changing/growing organization is a plus - Experience implementing lean principles and process improvement in an operational environment - Must be an effective communicator and send clear, concise and consistent messages, both verbally and in writing. Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.
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