Sr. Environmental Analyst

Pacific Power; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 102,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Tuition assistance

Mass Transit Pass

Job summary

PacifiCorp in Portland seeks a senior environmental/regulatory professional to manage FERC licensing and compliance for hydroelectric projects in Oregon. You will lead data‑driven analyses, budget forecasting, and coordination with operations, engineering, and regulators.

The role also involves supervising consultants, developing procedures, and presenting recommendations to management and external parties. A advanced degree is preferred; five years of regulatory experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental or Physical Sciences or equivalent.
• Minimum five years experience in environmental and regulatory matters.
• Minimum three years’ experience in FERC Licensing and/or Compliance.
• Advanced technical knowledge of cultural, environmental and recreation issues.
• Experience in project management, auditing and training.
• Ability to deliver training to field personnel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise consultants and contractors to ensure obligations and compliance are met.
• Provide technical leadership and support to operations and engineering staff.
• Perform complex resource work involving independent analysis and judgment.
• Develop and improve methods and procedures for regulatory and company compliance.
• Work as liaison between regulatory agencies, tribes, and other departments.
• Manage procurement of contracts and activities of consulting firms.
• Prepare budget forecasts and track performance of activities.
• Provide input to project planning and budgeting.
• Deliver training to operations staff and management.
• Ensure data collection and reporting complies with policy and state regulations.

Job description

Location: PORTLAND, OR, US, 97232 MEDFORD, OR, US, 97501

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

Position responsible for acquisition and compliance with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) licenses for Company hydroelectric projects located in the state of Oregon. Manages team of resource experts conducting analysis and environmental management through research, gathering and interpretation of data, development of alternatives and recommendations for FERC license implementation and future FERC license conditions, and to promote program goals and compliance with regulatory requirements. Leads regulatory processes, presents research, analysis and recommendations to management and external parties. Analyses include, but are not limited to, impact studies, feasibility studies, cost/benefit analysis, financial analysis, budget analysis and reporting. Specifically, this position provides professional level services for ensuring the company complies with regulatory requirements of FERC, state and federal laws and regulations relating to hydropower, generation, or transmission operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise consultants and contractors to ensure that obligations, requirements, and compliance are met.
• Provide technical leadership and support to operations and engineering staff.
• Perform complex resource work requiring the considerable exercise of independent analysis and judgment.
• Develop and improve methods and procedures to ensure appropriate regulatory and company compliance.
• Develop company policies and procedures on environmental and cultural resource matters.
• Work as a liaison between regulatory agencies, tribes, public and other company departments.
• Manage procurement of contracts and activities of consulting firms.
• Prepare budget forecasts and actual performance of budgeted activities for assigned environmental services.
• Provide technical input to assist in development of project planning.
• Deliver training and education to operations staff and management.
• Ensure that data collection and reporting is carried out in accordance with company policy and state regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences or Physical Sciences; or the equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• A minimum of five years experience in environmental and regulatory matters.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in FERC Licensing and/or Compliance.
• Advanced technical knowledge and understanding of cultural, environmental and recreation issues and standard business processes.
• Experience in project management and reporting, including auditing and training.
• Ability to develop and present training to appropriate field personnel.
• Ability to prioritize workload under pressure.
• Project management skills including project leadership, task identification, scheduling, and cost/expenditure identification.
• Data gathering, analysis, interpretation, trending, forecasting, and modeling skills.
• Knowledge of applicable Company policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.
• Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze, and model information.
• Communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with internal and external customers regarding matters/issues which may be sensitive in nature.
• Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds; ability to work as a member of a team. Ability to present alternatives and recommendations.

Preferences

• Advanced degree.
• 3+ years of project management experience
• Cultural resource, land resource and recreation site management.

Benefits

At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn't just about the physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle.

Our Benefits Include

• 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.
• Life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• 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
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing

For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US

Additional Information

Company Code: Pacificorp #PM25

Primary Location: Portland

Department: Power Supply

Schedule: Days

Personnel Subarea: Exempt

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

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 15.00% of salary.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Portland Oregon

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