Environmental Specialist Associate

South Jersey Industries; Atlantic City (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation, PTO, sick leave

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

South Jersey Industries is seeking an Environmental professional to ensure regulatory compliance and support a broad environmental program across SJI facilities in New Jersey.

The role involves assisting in GHG emissions reporting, water quality reviews, and coordination of environmental audits and regulatory filings. A Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering is required; entry to mid-level experience is considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering or related field required.
• Equivalent work may be considered in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist with regulated Greenhouse Gas Emission Statements and reports for EPA/NJDEP and other regulators.
• Compile, review, and calculate SJI's GHG emissions for the carbon footprint inventory.
• Perform monthly compilation of emissions, gas and electricity usage; update carbon footprint predictions.
• Track waste and water usage; review emissions calculations for all facilities.
• Support regulatory compliance for Water quality and Underground Storage Tank requirements.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Environmental data analysis

GHG emissions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

Pro-Sapien

HSEQ systems

Job description

About Us

South Jersey Gas is a natural gas utility company that delivers safe, reliable, affordable clean energy to over 400,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland, Salem, and portions of Gloucester, Burlington, and Camden counties in New Jersey. At our core, we are dedicated to being a committed community partner, providing exceptional customer service and developing innovative clean energy solutions to meet the needs of the future. At South Jersey Gas, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. Whether you’re a seasoned operations technician or an early-career legal professional, our culture, inclusive workforce, and leadership development and training programs will provide you with the tools you need to either kickstart your career or bring it to new heights.

Position Summary

A career in Environmental will provide the opportunity to ensure overall environmental remediation and compliance while being recognized by the business as a solution partner in resolving challenges and in identifying, prioritizing, and mitigating risk. Collaboratively plan and execute a wide variety of tasks and assignments that support the goals and objectives of the Environmental Department. Assists in the development and administration of the organization’s environmental programs. Assists in ensuring environmental compliance with all federal, states, and local environmental regulations at all South Jersey Industries (SJI) companies.

Essential Functions

Assist with regulated Greenhouse Gas Emission Statements and reports for the EPA, NJDEP, and any other regulated entities withing SJI's territories. As well as with compilation, review, and calculation of SJI's GHG emissions for the carbon footprint corporate inventory Monthly compilation of emissions, gas usage, electricity usage; Make updates as need to carbon footprint Attend webinars as time permits; emissions calculation; work with operations to update predictions for miles main / number of services; summarize GHG report for ESG report; calculate AGA template numbers; calculate blowdown numbers (saved vs released); calculate EFV numbers Track waste generated at Company facilities and provide summary data as well as water usage; Review and confirm emissions calculations for all SJI facilities Assist in managing regulatory compliance for all SJI companies' Water quality: review sampling results, become familiar with treatment system, provide assistance for reporting and notification requirements for all facilities throughout SJI's regulated and non-regulated territories Underground Storage Tank tasks: Review requirements, ensure compliance, complete Annual Registration application; coordinate annual and triennial testing as required for all facilities with an underground storage tank Environmental Audits: Complete quarterly audits at multiple facilities throughout SJI's regulated and non-regulated territories (includes RNG facilities located throughout the country); Review and upload reports to Pro-Sapien / HSEQ; Schedule 3rd party audit and send follow up documents Waste Management: Coordinate and observe waste disposal activities; review and work with 3rd party to complete annual inventory of waste disposal from waste manifest information Training: Review, revise, and ensure completion of training for multiple facilities throughout SJI's regulated and non-regulated territories; Due Diligence review of business development projects: Review of Phase I / Phase II reports, Review of air permit application information, noise study, endangered species information, etc. Review and track invoices for 3rd party vendors vs budget, participate actively in weekly meetings with development / due diligence team Environmental Audits: Complete quarterly audits at multiple facilities throughout SJI's regulated and non-regulated territories (includes RNG facilities located throughout the country); Review and upload reports to Pro-Sapien / HSEQ; Schedule 3rd party audit and send follow up documents.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 0 years of relevant experience. Equivalent work may be considered in lieu of degree. Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering or related field required with 0 years of relevant experience Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Explore the Possibilities

South Jersey Industries employs a diverse range of talent - from construction contractors to environmental specialists. Regardless of the position, mentoring and networking, hands-on experience, gaining industry knowledge and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our business and in our communities are all exciting ways that we welcome our employees at SJI. And as a company committed to creating an engaging culture built on inclusion and diversity, you're sure to find an opportunity that makes you feel included, empowered, and ready to "bring your whole self to work" every day.

Benefits Package Overview

SJI offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The SJI "Total Rewards" Benefits Package include:

• Flexible vacation, Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave package
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k), with generous company match
• Employee Resource Groups to encourage employee engagement, nurture professional development, and foster an inclusive environment

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer At this time, SJI is only considering applicants authorized to work in the United States currently and in the future without the need for visa sponsorship.

Compensation Range

Compensation Range: $50,250 - 80,400 We are committed to pay transparency and ensuring equitability compensation for all employees. The pay range for this position reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits, bonuses, or other forms of compensation that might be part of the total compensation package. The specific salary offered will be based on a candidate’s qualifications, education, and experience. SJI, an energy infrastructure holding company based in Folsom, NJ, delivers energy services to customers through two primary subsidiaries: SJI Utilities (SJIU) and SJI Energy Enterprises (SJIEE). SJIU houses the company’s regulated natural gas utility operations, delivering safe, reliable and affordable natural gas to more than 700,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers across New Jersey via its South Jersey Gas and Elizabethtown Gas subsidiaries. SJIEE houses the company’s non-utility operations primarily focused on clean energy development and decarbonization via renewable energy production and energy management activities.

Visit sjindustries.com for more information about SJI and its subsidiaries.