Environmental Scientist I -Sr

Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM); Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 82,463 - 111,325; Full time

Job summary

Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to lead environmental planning and compliance efforts, manage projects, and interface with regulatory agencies. The ideal candidate will have at least six to seven years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field.

The position offers an opportunity to manage complex projects related to environmental risk and compliance, guiding other scientists and consultants. Join PNM and contribute to sustainable practices in a dynamic role.

Qualifications

• Six to seven years of environmental-related experience.
• Experience in project management and coordinating teams.
• Ability to interpret complex environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and coordinate environmental planning and compliance.
• Interface with regulatory agencies on requirements and stipulations.
• Develop and manage corporate environmental policies and programs.

Skills

Project management techniques

Environmental regulations knowledge

GIS software proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Job description

Posting Deadline This position is posted until filled.

Department Environmental Services

Preferences GIS Experience Preferred.

Environmental Scientist Sr.

Salary Grade G06

Salary Range $82,463 - $111,325 - $140,187

Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training. Annual cyber security training is also required.

Summary Independently manages projects; directs and analyzes environmental permitting and regulatory approval needs for existing and proposed facilities; manages staff, contractors and budget to minimize corporate environmental risk; and consults with management on planning, financial, legal, and risk assessments in many areas of corporate activities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manages projects and coordinates environmental planning, scoping, compliance, and permitting for all company operations.
• Schedules and manages environmental contractors and project budgets.
• Tracks cost and advises management on project performance.
• Interfaces and negotiates directly with regulatory agencies on requirements, stipulations, and corporate needs.
• Maintains a network of professional contacts.
• Informs and advises management on project direction and economic or legal risk.
• Guides and directs the work of other scientists and project team members.
• Selects, directs, and assesses work of environmental consultants and contractors.
• Works on several detailed and complex projects and issues at once, coordinating, analyzing, tracking costs, and minimizing corporate environmental risk.
• Interfaces with the public on sensitive environmental issues and educational programs.
• Manages investigations related to air, water, or hazardous waste issues.
• Participates in activities concerning PNM involvement in environmental lawsuits.
• Acts as the primary Environmental Services interface with legal counsel.
• Directs and participates in due diligence assessments for multiple types of transactions associated with real property and operational assets.
• Reviews and comments on environmental laws, regulations, and legal issues; participates in stakeholder processes.
• Develops, implements, and manages corporate environmental policies and programs (e.g., auditing and environmental management systems).
• Obtains necessary permits for company activities/facilities and provides compliance support.
• Directs decision-making regarding interpretation of laboratory/field analytical results.
• Directs decision-making regarding spills, unintended damage to natural or cultural resources and/or wildlife and habitat.

Competencies

• Ability to work on very complex long-term projects and issues and respond quickly and accurately.
• Proficient in project management techniques, skills, and ability to implement quality control procedures.
• Good facilitation skills for meetings and negotiating sessions internally and externally.
• Excellent listening skills and the ability to apply effective communication techniques when appropriate.
• Must have knowledge of and experience with supervisory and teaching skills.
• Effective time management with ability to schedule and track several complex projects at once.
• Ability to effectively practice conflict resolution internally with staff as well as externally with the public and regulatory agencies.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of environmental regulations and laws.
• In-depth understanding of corporate policies and direction and the ability to incorporate into project goals.
• Ability to review long and detailed regulations, stipulations, and interpret financial or legal risk to the corporation.
• Familiarity with engineering principles and engineering requirements of projects.
• Working knowledge of electric and gas utility industry.
• Ability to perceive emerging issues and potential impact to the utility industry.

Qualifications

Minimum Education And/Or Experience: Bachelor's degree from four‑year college or university with six to seven years of environmental related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company’s driving record requirements.

Communication Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write complex and publishable reports and presentations. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to positively frame difficult issues and persuade listeners.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to perform unit conversions. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry and statistics.

Computer Skills: Working knowledge of database, spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software. Understanding of GIS software.

Analysis And Problem‑solving Ability: Ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of abstract variables in situations where little or no standardization exists. Ability to formulate and communicate complex data collection strategies.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and/or walk up to 2/3 of the time and sit up to 1/3 of the time. Manual dexterity required and the ability to talk, see and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Occasional bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting and climbing. Some travel required, including driving. Exposed to outside weather conditions during fieldwork and in power plant environments. Exposure to wildlife.

Work Environment: Field/Office environment.

Environmental Scientist I

Salary Grade G08

Salary Range $64,087 - $84,916 - $105,744

Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards… (identical safety information as above).

Summary Under direct supervision coordinates assigned projects and tasks; obtains baseline environmental data, and supplies data and support to upper level scientists; works within the department and other limited areas of the corporation.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Gathers baseline environmental data and participates in sampling/field collection activities and programs.
• Conducts research on specific tasks or questions.
• Supports multiple Scientists II and Sr as a project team member and a resource specialist.
• Provides alternatives or solutions for consideration on environmental problems.
• Works on several projects at once.
• Interprets laboratory/field analytical results and compares to regulatory requirements.
• Assists with spills and wildlife emergencies.

Competencies

• Ability to work independently on assigned projects.
• Must have excellent listening and observation skills.
• Must be an effective time manager.
• Ability to present and clarify technical data.
• Working knowledge of environmental laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of corporate policies, environmental management systems, and regulations and how they affect their work.
• Ability to understand basic engineering requirements of projects/operations.
• Knowledge of GPS, mapping, and sampling/field collection protocols.

Minimum Education And/Or Experience: Bachelor's degree from four‑year college or university with two years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

Communication Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Analysis And Problem‑solving Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands: (identical physical demands as above).

Work Environment: Field/Office environment.

Environmental Scientist II

Salary Grade G07

Salary Range $73,060 - $96,804 - $120,548

Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards… (identical safety information as above).

Summary Under general supervision, leads and coordinates assigned projects; consults with other departments and organizations on environmental risk; and works with agencies and contractors.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Leads and coordinates environmental planning, permitting and compliance activities for company operations.
• Works directly with entry‑level scientists to guide and direct work.
• Informs and advises Senior Scientists and department management on project status, direction and environmental risk.
• Directs and appraises the work of environmental consultants and contractors.
• Works on many projects concurrently and at all levels within project organization.
• Assists in the review of legislation, legal, and regulatory issues.
• Consults with other departments and organizations on environmental issues and constraints.
• Interacts with regulatory agency personnel on a regular basis.
• Participates in due diligence assessments for multiple types of transactions associated with real property and operational assets.
• Stays abreast of emerging environmental issues and their potential impact on company operations.
• Scopes and determines needed work product for specific issues.
• Interprets laboratory/field analytical results and compares to regulatory requirements.
• Participates in environmental audit programs.
• Coordinates and responds to spills and wildlife emergencies.

Competencies

• Ability to work on several complex projects or issues at same time.
• Understanding of project management techniques.
• Ability to organize and run productive meetings.

Knowledge And Experience In Teaching And Supervisory Skills And Techniques

• Must have ability to provide and accept constructive criticism.
• Ability to resolve conflicts.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the environmental laws and regulations governing the utility industry.
• Knowledge of corporate policies, environmental management systems, and regulations and how they affect their work and others.
• Ability to review and comment on proposed regulations, laws, and stipulations.
• Familiarity with engineering principles and engineering requirements of projects/operations.
• Basic understanding of electric utility industry.
• Knowledge of GPS, mapping and sampling/field collection protocols.

Minimum Education And/Or Experience: Bachelor's degree from four‑year college or university with five to six years of environmental‑related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to perform unit conversions. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry and statistics.

Analysis And Problem‑solving Ability: Ability to solve multi‑faceted problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to collect and analyze multiple data sources.

Physical Demands: (identical physical demands as above).

Work Environment: Field/Office environment.

Safety and ADA Statement

Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505‑241‑4627.