Job Description

Environmental Compliance Specialist

JOB-10042886

Anticipated Start Date

12/23/2024

Location

Lancaster, CA

Type of Employment

Contract-to-Hire

Employer Info

Our client has proven experience in delivering renewable power under long-term contracts to corporations, residential and wholesale customers, including utilities, municipals, cooperatives, and competitive retail providers.

Job Summary

The Environmental Compliance Specialist will be part of the Company Team and will report to the Wildlife Director. This role will focus on coordinating environmental compliance during the construction of utility-scale solar and Operating facilities primarily located in southern California.

Job Description

• Maintains and shares technical and professional knowledge, applying new technologies effectively.
• Understands competitive business practices and incorporates them into decision-making.
• Focuses on understanding and exceeding customer/client needs.
• Adapts to organizational changes and new requirements.
• Committed to a safe and environmentally sound workplace.
• Takes accountability for decisions, performance, and behavior.
• The Environmental Compliance Specialist will primarily be responsible for ensuring compliance with biological permits, conducting site inspections, and supporting environmental regulatory reporting. Key responsibilities include:
  • Ensure compliance with all biological permits and regulatory requirements.
  • Optimize the use of company resources in a cost-effective manner.
  • Coordinate or perform site inspections as mandated by facility permits and procedures.
  • Manage and oversee biological consultants as needed.
  • Promote safety and environmental programs, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Prepare, review, and submit environmental regulatory reports to local, state, and federal agencies.
  • Engage in continuous improvement planning and implementation within your area of responsibility.
  • Identify and proactively resolve potential issues.
  • Create various documents, including reports, memos, graphs, charts, and tables.
  • Develop and implement company-specific programs and procedures.
  • Provide site-specific training and support related to biological compliance.
  • Build and maintain relationships with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
  • Attend meetings and calls as required.
  • Travel to company construction or operating facilities as necessary.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
• Main responsibilities: owner representative between biologists and project team.

Skills Required

• Experience in environmental compliance or related fields.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong user of analytical and reporting tools.
• Intellectual curiosity and a passion for renewable energy and environmental protection.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and accountable; eager to take initiative and contribute.
• Ability to work independently, multitask, and take ownership of projects and assignments.
• You’re comfortable taking initiative, asking questions, and speaking up.
• Familiarity with Federal and State environmental regulations, such as the Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, NEPA, CEQA, Bird and Bat Conservation Strategies
• 4+ years of experience in overseeing environmental compliance during construction projects preferred.
• Flora and fauna experience, preferably with construction background.
• Needs to be adaptable and resourceful in handling various biological issues.

Education/Training/Certifications

• The successful candidate will have a BA/BS in a science-related field and 4+ years of relevant experience in environmental compliance.
• Related sciences degree preferred but not mandatory.

Additional Requirements

• Normal office and plant environments, including exposure to heights, varying temperatures, and humidity.
• Physical demands include standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, climbing stairs, and ladders.
• Requires outdoor work and traversing uneven terrain.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as necessary (respirators, safety glasses, hard hats, etc.).
• May involve working around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials, and chemicals.
• Occasional lifting may be required.
• Overtime and non-standard hours may be necessary.
• Domestic travel will be required.
• Not required on-site daily, but frequent presence needed.
• Additional responsibilities at Luna Valley project and Blyth, California project.
• Preferred location within 2-3 hours of the site.
• Initial period may require 3-4 days per week on-site.
• Travel required to Luna Valley and Blythe projects and company truck will be provided.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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