License & Compliance Coordinator Assc

AEP; Roanoke, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP is seeking a License & Compliance Coordinator in Roanoke, VA to support permitting, compliance, and coordination across federal, state, and local regulatory requirements for hydroelectric projects. The role involves interpreting regulations, conducting field inspections, and communicating with regulators, stakeholders, and internal teams.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in a natural science field, 1–3 years of regulatory compliance experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Geography, Planning, or related field is required.
• 1–3 years of experience in regulatory compliance, environmental permitting, land use planning, or related field is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with review, process, and interpretation of communications with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Assist with ensuring proposed activities comply with applicable regulations and license requirements.
• Assist with on-site inspections and documenting findings.
• Coordinate contractors on compliance-related projects under FERC licenses and other regulations.
• Act as a point of contact for FERC compliance inquiries from agencies.
• Participate in meetings with agencies, NGOs, and stakeholders.
• Assist with public outreach and stakeholder engagement on compliance activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer-focused

Independent worker

Technical acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Geography, Planning, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

**Job Summary**A License & Compliance Coordinator supports permitting, compliance, and coordination of tasks related to federal, state, and local regulatory compliance at multiple hydroelectric projects. This role involves interpreting regulatory requirements, conducting field inspections, and filing correspondence with and communicating with other positions inside the company, various regulatory and stakeholder groups, and the public.**Job Description****What you’ll do:****Essential Job Functions & Tasks*** Assist with review, process, and interpretation of communication with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.* Assist with ensuring proposed activities comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including project-specific management plans and license requirements.* Learn to interpret and apply environmental regulatory requirements such as those including, but not limited to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, state environmental agencies, local governments, etc.* Assist with maintaining records and documentation to demonstrate compliance with applicable project license requirements.* Assist with conducting on-site inspections of property within project boundaries to assess compliance.* Assist with routine monitoring and documenting findings.* Assist with coordinating contractors on compliance-related projects required by a project’s FERC license, or other compliance requirements from other governing agencies.* Assist subject matter expert and primary point of contact for FERC compliance-related inquiries from federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.* Participate in meetings with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community stakeholders.* Participate in public outreach, educational sessions, and stakeholder meetings to promote awareness and understanding of compliance related activities.* Assist with coordination with other staff to monitor, update, and complete Cority/Enviance tasks and upload documentation to SharePoint to track/manage all of our compliance requirements and communication with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community stakeholders. **What we’re looking for:*** Education: Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Geography, Planning, or a related field is required.* Experience: 1–3 years of experience in regulatory compliance, environmental permitting, land use planning, or related field is preferred.* Certifications: A valid driver’s license is required. **Other preferences:*** Physical Demand Level: S - Sedentary Work* Strong written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to use a computer and Microsoft Office Suite proficiently.* Proficient technical acumen.* A customer-focused mindset.* Ability to work independently in the field and in a team environment. Ability to work in the field or in an office environment. Fieldwork may involve walking uneven terrain, exposure to outdoor conditions, and occasional use of boats.* Comfort engaging with the public and presenting information in meetings.* Ability and willingness to travel to field locations as needed for day trips. Travel time will average less than 10%.* Ability and willingness to travel for overnight trips, as needed. Travel time will average less than 10%.* Ability to work occasional evening or weekend hours for public meetings, stakeholder engagement, or site inspections.* Detail-oriented regarding compliance activities, documentation, and communication.**Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**SP20-005**Compensation Range:**$63,496.00 - $79,369.00The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.