Senior Environmental Analyst - Permitting & Compliance

Xcel Energy; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care FSA

Health Savings Account

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an experienced environmental regulatory professional to lead projects related to environmental permitting, auditing, licensing, and compliance across multiple facilities. The role emphasizes expertise in environmental statutes, regulations, and data analysis to support regulatory requirements at Xcel facilities.

The position involves collaboration with regulatory agencies, development of training content, and leading investigations with broad latitude for decisions.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in environmental science, engineering, applied science, or related field with six years of related work experience.
• Strong technical writing, verbal communication, and negotiation skills.
• Substitution options: Associate degree with 3 years experience; MS/MA/MBA = 2 years; PhD/JD = 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Plans, supervises, provides expertise/consultation on environmental projects and regulatory compliance.
• Directs and conducts data collection, studies, and report development for regulatory requirements.
• Prepares proposals, contracts, and manages consultants/contractors.
• Mentors interns and coordinates field and lab activities.
• Monitors regulatory changes and ensures company position alignment.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Education

BS/BA in environmental science, engineering, applied science, or related fields

MS/MA/MBA or PhD/J.D. substitution options

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking an experienced environmental regulatory professional to lead projects related to environmental permitting, auditing, licensing, and compliance across multiple facilities. The role emphasizes expertise in environmental statutes, regulations, and data analysis to support regulatory requirements at Xcel facilities.

The position involves collaboration with regulatory agencies, development of training content, and leading investigations with broad latitude for decisions.