CCR Compliance & Solid Waste Specialist

AbilityLinks; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Power, based at the Atlanta headquarters, seeks an Environmental Specialist with engineering or environmental science background to join the Environmental Affairs team. The role supports CCR and solid waste permitting across Georgia, develops compliant strategies, reviews regulatory submittals, and collaborates with facility personnel and regulators to ensure environmental compliance.

The candidate will translate complex requirements into practical solutions, interact with engineers,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of environmental experience in solid waste, RCRA, permitting, or regulatory compliance.
• Experience interpreting and applying environmental laws, regulations, permits, or requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication of technical/regulatory information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to travel to Georgia Power facilities up to 25% of the time, including overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply environmental regulations and permit requirements, focusing on solid waste and CCR compliance.
• Support development, preparation, review, and implementation of environmental permits, submittals, reports, and plans.
• Prepare CCR regulatory reports and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate with internal teams and consultants to obtain and maintain permits and environmental approvals.
• Support facility compliance through site visits, document reviews, compliance evaluations, and EMS use.
• Develop and maintain internal guidance, procedures, and tools; train employees on regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate projects with multiple stakeholders and maintain deliverables, schedules, and regulatory commitments.
• Evaluate regulatory and technical issues and propose compliant, cost-effective solutions.
• Build productive relationships with personnel, regulators, consultants, and regulators.
• Mentor environmental professionals as appropriate for the position level.

Skills

Regulatory interpretation

Written and verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Independent & team collaboration

Travel up to 25%

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, geology, environmental science, biology, chemistry

Job description

Georgia Power, based at the Atlanta headquarters, seeks an Environmental Specialist with engineering or environmental science background to join the Environmental Affairs team. The role supports CCR and solid waste permitting across Georgia, develops compliant strategies, reviews regulatory submittals, and collaborates with facility personnel and regulators to ensure environmental compliance.

The candidate will translate complex requirements into practical solutions, interact with engineers,