Air Quality Permitting Specialist – Alaska

Hilcorp Energy; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilcorp Energy in Alaska is seeking an experienced professional to manage air quality permitting and compliance for Hilcorp Alaska assets and operations. You will serve as the air quality expert and coordinate with internal teams and regulators.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, 5+ years in air quality permitting, and the ability to travel to remote sites. PE license preferred; strong communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience with air quality permitting and compliance in Alaska
• 3 years of experience with oil and gas exploration and production in Alaska
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to present complex technical information to non-technical audiences

Responsibilities

• Serve as the air quality technical expert for Hilcorp Alaska.
• Perform and manage activities at multiple facilities to secure air quality permits and authorizations for operations.
• Maintain compliance with air quality statutes, regulations, and other legal requirements.
• Develop, manage, and monitor budgets associated with permitting and compliance efforts.
• Develop, implement, and monitor project plans for permitting and compliance.
• Solicit, retain, and manage contractors for permitting and compliance.
• Coordinate permitting and compliance with internal clients and environmental specialists.
• Serve as liaison to government agencies regulating air quality.
• Train staff in air quality requirements and procedures.
• Assist Environmental Manager with due diligence for acquisitions.
• Track regulatory changes related to air quality regulation.

Skills

Air permitting

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder comms

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hilcorp Energy in Alaska is seeking an experienced professional to manage air quality permitting and compliance for Hilcorp Alaska assets and operations. You will serve as the air quality expert and coordinate with internal teams and regulators.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, 5+ years in air quality permitting, and the ability to travel to remote sites. PE license preferred; strong communication and project management skills are essential.