Environmental Specialist III Environmental Justice

Dominion Energy, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking an Environmental Specialist III in the Environmental Justice (EJ) Team to independently lead EJ reviews, translate requirements into practical project strategies, and provide guidance across permitting and project execution. You will engage with diverse stakeholders and support environmental analyses as projects move through approvals.

Responsibilities include coordinating EJ assessments, preparing technical memos, and helping improve EJ procedures and training within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field is required.
• 5+ years in environmental justice, permitting, or related areas.
• Ability to interpret environmental regulations and prepare technical documents.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental justice reviews for complex projects and programs.
• Perform demographic screenings and analyze affected communities.
• Develop and support regulatory filings, analyses, and reports.
• Coordinate with permitting, engineering, legal, and external affairs teams.
• Mentor junior staff and improve EJ procedures and tools.

Skills

Environmental justice

Project management

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelors in Environmental Science

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Job description

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position. This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Job Summary

The Environmental & Sustainability Department is seeking an experienced and collaborative Environmental Specialist III to join the Environmental Justice (EJ) Team. This position independently leads complex EJ reviews and provides technical, regulatory and stakeholder‑engagement support the development, permitting, construction, and operation of critical energy infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will translate evolving requirements into practical project strategies and provide guidance to project teams and stakeholders. The Environmental Specialist III will work across permitting, project development, engineering, legal, external affairs and communications teams to integrate environmental justice considerations into business decisions and project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently coordinate and complete environmental justice reviews for complex projects and programs.
• Conduct demographic screenings and review environmental analyses to identify potentially affected communities and project considerations.
• Interpret federal, state, tribal and local environmental requirements, policies and guidance; recommend practical compliance strategies.
• Prepare and review EJ assessments, technical memoranda, screening analyses, presentations and regulatory support materials.
• Support environmental permitting, regulatory filings, project approvals and community‑engagement planning.
• Assist in preparation of technical reports, presentations, testimony, and position papers.
• Help improve EJ procedures, guidance, screening methods, templates, tools and training materials.
• Provide technical guidance to less‑experienced staff and represent the department in project meetings, workshops and stakeholder forums.

Why Join the EJ Team?

• Take a leading role in reviews for major energy infrastructure projects.
• Apply environmental science, policy, and community‑engagement skills to real‑world decisions.
• Help shape practical EJ procedures, tools, guidance and training within a collaborative organization.
• Contribute to the continued growth and evolution of a highly visible environmental justice program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Planning, Sustainability, Public Policy, Sociology, Natural Resources, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in environmental justice, environmental permitting, project development, environmental compliance, community engagement, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex environmental reviews, projects or technical assignments.
• Experience interpreting environmental regulations, policies, guidance or permitting requirements and preparing technical or regulatory documents.
• Strong analytical, project‑management, written, verbal and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EJ reviews, cumulative‑impact or community‑impact assessments, and demographic analysis using U.S. Census Bureau or American Community Survey data.
• GIS experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online or comparable platforms, plus familiarity with federal or state EJ screening tools.
• Experience supporting utility, energy, transmission, generation, transportation, industrial or other infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of environmental permitting and regulatory approval processes, including work with agencies, consultants, tribal governments, community organizations or public stakeholders.
• Experience developing technical guidance, procedures, training or compliance tools.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough working knowledge of relevant environmental regulations, policies and compliance practices.
• Strong technical judgment, critical thinking and ability to convert complex information into practical solutions.
• Ability to organize competing priorities, build effective relationships and influence decisions without direct authority.
• Clear communication with technical and non‑technical audiences; commitment to stewardship, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education: Bachelor

Preferred Discipline(s): Environmental Science, Engineering

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Not applicable

Working Conditions

Travel Up to 25%

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

What You'll Get

Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:

$90900 - $118100

The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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