Environmental Scientist/Specialist - Land Use ...

Closes:u00a0March 15, 2026Job DescriptionThis Environmental Scientist/Specialist position provides regulatory analysis and permitting for all electrical transmission & distribution, natural gas, non-hydro generation and service facilities construction and maintenance projects. The Specialist works with project leads to ensure environmental and cultural resource compliance through all stages of projects.Responsibilities- Evaluate non-hydro proposed projects for regulatory and permit applicability including scope, work methods and other related potential environmental impacts.- Provide project lead(s) with permitting recommendations to complete project work in a timely and efficient manner, including other strategic approaches or options when available.- Manages the complete environmental and land-use permitting process through all stages including: Planning, Applicability, Application, Public Notice, Negotiation, Permit Issuance, Implementation and On-site Construction/Compliance Monitoring. Keeps accurate and complete records of all work.- Selects and manages the proper contractor and/or specialized resources needed to acquire permits in a timely and efficient manner.- Proactively establishes and maintains open communication and strong relationships with the local, state, municipal, and federal agencies.- Proactively establishes and maintains open communication (including training) with internal personnel, regarding environmental and land use permitting, and cultural resource regulations.- Seeks and implements methods to improve the quality and efficiency of permitting processes and other duties.Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree from four-year college or university in an applicable field, such as biology, geology, chemistry, fisheries, wildlife, recreation, environmental science, or related field- Must demonstrate understanding of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of experience or specialization- Comfortable in office and field situations representing the company and interacting with a wide variety of utility staff, agency regulators, tribes, and other stakeholders- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with proficiency in writing/grammar- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships and to communicate clearly is essential- Demonstrated planning and organizing skills; ability to anticipate outcomes- Computer skills proficiency required including standard office software, GIS or other specialized applications- Valid Driver's LicenseEnvironmental Scientist I:u00a0- Minimum of one (1) year of professional experience required```{=html}``` Hiring Range: $68,027 to $87,754Environmental Scientist II:- Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience- Proficiency in creating clear, concise, and well-structured technical documentation, including reports, manuals, process guides, etc. Ability to translate complex technical information into easily understandable content for various audiences- Demonstrated planning and organizing skills; ability to anticipate outcomes- Ability to successfully develop and maintain collaborative relationships at all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders```{=html}``` Hiring Range: $77,595 to $100,486Desired QualificationsExperience preparing regulatory permit applications as well as developing regulatory compliance strategies for a variety of project typesFundamental understanding of electric and gas utility work activities; how they are accomplished and their associated compliance risks and obligationsBackground and experience in federa

Created: 2026-03-06