Sr. Specialist, Environmental

Clearway Energy Group; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical, dental & vision care

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading clean energy company is seeking a Specialist, Environmental to ensure compliance with environmental programs, manage hazardous waste, and prepare regulatory reports. The role requires a BA/BS in environmental science or related field and 4-6 years of experience. The position is hybrid with frequent site travel (about 40%). Clearway offers comprehensive benefits and a cash bonus based on performance, with a salary range of $96,000 - $110,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in environmental fields with compliance focus.
• Experience with Federal and state Endangered Species Act(s), Clean Air Act, or Clean Water Act.
• DOT Certification for managing hazardous waste is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support safety and environmental programs ensuring compliance.
• Prepare environmental regulatory reports for agencies.
• Assist with maintaining environmental permits and relationships with regulatory agencies.

Skills

Knowledge in wildlife biology related to renewable energy facilities

Ability to read, write and understand English

Valid license to operate a motor vehicle

Education

BA/BS in environmental science or related field

4-6 years of relevant experience

Tools

Standard business software

Job description

Overview

Under the direction and supervision of the Sr. Manager or Manager, Environmental, the Specialist, Environmental works with Facility Management and Staff to ensure compliance with all site environmental programs, including management of hazardous waste, petroleum products, chemicals, spill prevention and control, storm water run-off, etc. The primary responsibility is to ensure company resources are used in a cost-effective manner and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Please note this position is hybrid.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supports and emphasizes the importance of safety and environmental programs and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Assists with the preparation of environmental regulatory reports to local, state and federal agencies.
• Recognizes problems, informs environmental manager of concerns and helps to resolve them.
• Assists with creation of documents, including reports, memos, graphs, charts, tables, etc.
• Assists in the development and implementation of site-specific programs and procedures including, but not limited to, SPCC plans.
• Assists with the maintenance of relationships with local and state regulatory agencies.
• Assist Facilities with data input, task completion and compliance reviews for Environmental Compliance Management System.
• Assists Facilities with maintaining compliance with site environmental permits.
• Keep the construction and operations management updated on existing or modified environmental regulations that may impact construction or operations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Frequent travel to sites is required about 40%.

What You'll Bring

• BA/BS in environmental science or related field and/or 4-6 years of relevant experience.
• Requires valid license to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to operate personnel computer with technical proficiency of standard business software.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Knowledge in wildlife biology related to renewable energy facilities.
• Experience with Federal and state Endangered Species Act(s), Clean Air Act and/or Clean Water Act as related to the construction and operation of renewable energy projects.

What Would Be Nice

• DOT Certification for managing hazardous waste is a plus.
• Past experience with Tier II/HMBP (hazardous materials business plans) a plus.

Clearway will not sponsor non-immigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).

#LI-Hybrid

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.

Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations

$96,000 - $110,000 USD

Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.5 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 3 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Clearway Energy Group’s vision is a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.8 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.8 GW of flexible dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 2 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

What We Provide Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website.

Notice to Applicants Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Note

This description reflects the current role and may be subject to change without notice. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at the email above.