Hydro License Compliance Specialist

NorthWestern Energy; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match up to 4%

Healthcare and wellbeing programs

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Paid time off from day one

10 paid holidays

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy is seeking a Compliance License Specialist in Helena, MT area to support compliance activities related to FERC relicensing and water quality programs. You will work with field teams, agencies, and stakeholders to ensure regulatory permits and licenses are met.

The role requires a life sciences degree, 3+ years of related experience, field-work ability, and strong communication. Travel will be involved; safety and environmental stewardship are core expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the life sciences (chemistry, biology, fisheries, etc.) required.
• 3 years of related work experience preferred.
• Experience conducting field work related to fisheries or water quality preferred.
• Knowledge of hydropower operations and their effect on regulated river systems preferred.
• Skills demonstrating ability to work with agency personnel and coworkers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management programs and reporting tools.
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Conducts compliance activities safely and directs contractors to adhere to applicable safety requirements.
• Assists with fieldwork in and around hydroelectric facilities related to fisheries and water quality.
• Assists with studies, sampling and analysis and reporting required to comply with FERC license, state, and federal requirements and permits.
• Support and utilize NorthWestern Energy's environmental management system.
• Participate in Technical Advisory Committees (TAC), as needed.
• Interface with state and federal agencies, tribes, private interest, conservation groups, and general public to effectively implement NorthWestern Energy license compliance activities.
• Prepare and submit compliance reports to meet regulatory, permit, and license requirements.
• Work as an effective member of a remote team and with significant travel between office, professional meetings with stakeholders and compliance projects across NorthWestern Energy's hydro system.
• Support NWE hydro construction projects or operational plans by required monitoring programs and insure compliance with state reporting requirements.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements.
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives.

Skills

Safety

Compliance

Communication

Field work

Hydropower knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Tools

CMMS

Reporting tools

Job description

NorthWestern Energy is seeking a Compliance License Specialist in Helena, MT area to support compliance activities related to FERC relicensing and water quality programs. You will work with field teams, agencies, and stakeholders to ensure regulatory permits and licenses are met.

The role requires a life sciences degree, 3+ years of related experience, field-work ability, and strong communication. Travel will be involved; safety and environmental stewardship are core expectations.