Environmental Supervisor, Wind Operations

PacifiCorp; Laramie (WY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

PacifiCorp seeks an Environmental Supervisor to lead wind environmental technicians and contractors in Laramie, WY. You will ensure wildlife and environmental compliance, manage budgets, and guide safety and performance across projects.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences or related field, 5+ years in wildlife, and 3+ years in supervision. Travel to wind site locations is expected; after-hours readiness is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Wildlife Biology or Environmental Sciences; or equivalent degree.
• Minimum five years in wildlife field, preferably energy related.
• Minimum three years in supervisory role.
• Knowledge of wind energy environmental laws incl. BGEPA, MBTA, ESA.
• Data gathering, analysis and interpretation skills.
• Proficient PC skills for spreadsheets, databases, word processing and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with environmental and wildlife policies, permits and regulations.
• Oversee day-to-day work of wind environmental technicians and contractors.
• Coordinate with wind environmental leadership on implementation and compliance.
• Hold staff and contractors accountable to safety, productivity and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee avian and other wildlife surveys and environmental monitoring.
• Interview, hire, train, and develop employees as assigned.
• Assist with scope of work documents, invoicing, and budget reporting.
• Deliver training to operations staff, environmental technicians and contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Regulatory knowledge

Wildlife knowledge

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Decision making

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Biological Sciences

Master's degree preferred

Job description

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Environmental Supervisor, Wind Operations

Location: LARAMIE, WY, US, 82070 CASPER, WY, US, 82601

Company: PacifiCorp

POWER YOUR GREATNESS

PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.

General Purpose

Directs the activities of wind environmental technicians, wind environmental contractors and wind environmental technician crew leaders to achieve safe, efficient, environmentally compliant and cost-effective wind powered electrical generation. Ensures work is planned, prioritized, scheduled and performed in a cost-effective manner that meets wildlife/environmental regulatory and permit requirements. Responsible for supervising and guiding employees, implements and supports Company programs and policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with company environmental and wildlife avian policies, procedures, permits, and associated regulations.
• Oversee day-to-day work of wind environmental/wildlife internal and contract technicians. Ensure work is conducted accurately, safely, and on budget.
• Coordinate with wind environmental leadership team on implementation, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Hold supervised employees and contractors accountable to work safely, productively, and in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee avian and other wildlife surveys, environmental monitoring, and avian curtailment activities at wind plant facilities.
• Supervise internal and/or contract employees within the guidelines of the applicable working agreements and enforce.
• As assigned by a wind environmental manager and/or director, responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, and development of employees.
• Assist with preparation of Scope of Work documents necessary to obtain contractor work. Assist with invoicing, budget forecasting, and budget reporting.
• Deliver training and provide guidance to operations staff, environmental technicians and contractors.
• Build and maintain cooperative working relationships with other departments, including Operations, and regulatory agencies.
• Implement business objectives, strategies and plans.
• Adhere to local, state, and federal guidelines, permits, and regulations.
• Review environmental/wildlife data collection. Assist with preparation and submittal of agency wildlife or other reports.
• Review, understand, and implement wildlife/avian permit conditions, and associated company procedures.
• Develop or update policy and processes to ensure environmental compliance, as needed and under direction of wind environmental leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Wildlife Biology or Environmental Sciences; or equivalent degree.
• A minimum of five years of experience in the wildlife field, preferably related to energy generation.
• A minimum of three years of experience in a supervisory role overseeing employees.
• Knowledge and understanding of environmental aspects related to wind energy generation, particularly eagles and other wildlife.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local governmental environmental laws and regulations, including BGEPA, MBTA, and ESA.
• Data gathering, analysis and interpretation skills.
• Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze, and present information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to communicate expectations, provide feedback, work collaboratively with other departments, and consult with internal and external customers regarding matters which may be sensitive in nature.
• Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds and ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to prioritize workload under pressure.
• Ability to travel as needed for project site visits, internal trainings, audits, and meetings.
• Ability to work safely in remote conditions.
• Must be flexible and available in responding to after-hour emergencies.
• Commitment and dedication to manage projects or assignments through completion.
• Leadership and teamwork skills to develop and promote cooperative working relationships within their crew, contractors and among departments.
• Ability to make timely decisions.

Preferences

• Masters degree in related field.
• Knowledge of wind plant operations and wind plant systems.
• Familiarity with Eagle Incidental Take Permit requirements.
• Previous experience in a supervisory at an electric utility or wind generation company.
• Experience leading complex projects.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.

Work Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing

Hiring Range: $102,000-$140,250

Schedule: Days

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.

At PacifiCorp, we encourage everyone to work together. We embrace diversity and value the distinct perspectives of all our employees. We strive to cultivate a workplace that connects each employee to the organization and enables all individuals to participate and contribute to their full potential.

It is PacifiCorp's policy to provide and promote equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations governing personnel activities. In accordance with federal guidelines, PacifiCorp is committed to a program of affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening

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