Senior Water Compliance & Permitting Analyst — Hybrid

Entergy Corporation; The Woodlands (TX); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is seeking a Water Program Subject Matter Expert to support enterprise-wide environmental compliance, including CWA requirements, permit renewals, and reporting across Power Delivery, Power Generation, and Nuclear.

You will monitor regulations, guide site personnel, and collaborate with internal teams and external agencies. Hybrid work and travel up to 50% are anticipated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Experience managing environmental programs in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Water Program SME across Entergy’s enterprise in coordination with Environmental Operations teams.
• Liaise with agencies (EPA, ADEQ, LDEQ, MDEQ, TCEQ) on water-related matters.
• Prepare and submit water permit applications (NPDES renewals/modifications) and NOI forms.
• Develop and coordinate stormwater permit-related plans (SWPP).
• Monitor environmental regulations and advise on compliance strategies.
• Work with Environmental Operational Support and Environmental Project Services to address risks and compliance.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team player

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Self-starter

Organizational skills

Environmental programs

Power generation knowledge

Field investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Location: The Woodlands, Texas, United States

Company: Entergy

Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

Job Summary/Purpose

Seeking an individual with experience in water permitting and compliance matters related to utility operations across Entergy’s enterprise, including Power Delivery, Power Generation, and Nuclear. The primary responsibility of this position is to serve as a Water Program Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the Centralized Environmental Services team, supporting operations across each of Entergy’s jurisdictions. The incumbent will work closely with Environmental Operations and facility personnel, providing guidance and support to ensure continuous compliance with applicable Clean Water Act (CWA) requirements, track environmental regulatory developments, completing both routine permit renewals and off-cycle permit modifications, and assisting in the preparation and submittal of reporting requirements.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

· Serve as a Water Program SME within the Centralized Environmental Services team, providing guidance and support across Power Delivery, Power Generation, and Nuclear business functions in coordination with Environmental Operations teams.

· Serve as a liaison between Entergy and agency staff, including but not limited to U.S. EPA, ADEQ, LDEQ, MDEQ and TCEQ, on water related matters.

· Prepare and submit appropriate water permit applications, including NPDES permit renewal and modification applications.

· Prepare and submit appropriate Notice of Intent forms associated with stormwater regulatory requirements and, as necessary, coordinate the development of site-specific Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans.

· Monitor environmental laws and regulations for changes that may impact Entergy work practices and assist in developing regulatory compliance strategies. Provide guidance and support to key internal stakeholders regarding environmental issues. Be thoroughly familiar with site specific environmental permits and plans.

· Work in partnership with Environmental Operational Support team and Environmental Project Services team to assist in ensuring regulatory compliance, identify potential compliance risks and develop risk mitigation plans, as necessary.

· Draft and distribute concise, timely and accurate written communications, review routine reports and interface with state/federal agencies on Entergy’s behalf to arrive at favorable solutions.

· Engage with industry groups including, but not limited to, Eddison Electric Institute (EEI), Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), and Baker Botts Cross-Cutting Issues Group (CCIG).

· Participate in other environmental duties and special projects as assigned.

·Manage records and documentation pertaining to compliance programs in accordance with the records retention policy.

·Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities.

· Participate as a team member of the Environmental system outage emergency operations and restoration organization for major storm events.

· Strong Microsoft tool skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Minimum education required for the position:

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering or other related field, or equivalent work experience.

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position:

• Applicant must be physically able to conduct field environmental investigations.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple work tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Self-starter and requires little or no supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work effectively on multiple assignments.
• Flexible and able to adjust to changing priorities.
• Willing and able to perform other unrelated duties as required and learn new processes and technologies.
• Experience managing environmental programs in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of utility and power generation fundamentals.

Primary Location: Texas - The WoodlandsArkansas : Little Rock || Louisiana : Baton Rouge || Louisiana : Lafayette || Louisiana : New Orleans || Mississippi : Jackson
Job Function: Corporate
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 124228
PS Job Title: Analyst-Environmental Sr
Travel Percentage: 25% to 50%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please clickhere to view the EEO page, or see statements below.

EEO Statement:The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

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Additional Responsibilities:As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.