Energy Regulatory and Policy Jobs

Land Rights Agent
Hobbs, NM

Professional Licensure as a Surveyor in New Mexico is required. Professional Licensure in Texas desired. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, make decisions and to work independently and effectively with internal and external customers. Must have a valid driver’s license. Some travel will be required. Please verify that your education and/or experience meets the minimum requirements listed below. Please do not apply if you do not possess the requirements. Relocation will be offered for this position. Position Summary: Perform the range of activities described below associated with the planning, siting and acquisition of permits and land rights for the construction, operation and maintenance of electrical and gas utility facilities for Xcel Energy and its operating and subsidiary companies. Essential Responsibilities: Percent of Time a) Perform limited planning, assist in route alternative analysis, selection, and development of sites and corridors for small to moderate size gas and electric utility facilities. Depending on the scope and complexity of the individual project this responsibility requires close interaction with multi-disciplinary internal project teams, involving engineering, legal and project management staff. 20% b) Negotiate with landowners and their legal representatives for the acquisition and management of land rights for the above described gas and electric utility facilities, up to the process of condemnation. Prepare easement packages, perform abstracting and other related courthouse documentation searches to facilitate acquisition of easement rights. 20% c) Prepare applications and negotiate for and obtain certain applicable permits from state and local land management agencies for gas and electric utility facilities. These include Conditional Use Permits from local municipalities. Prepare railroad and DOT permit applications for utility facility crossings and longitudinal encroachments. Prepare or assist in preparation of other local and state permits as required 20% d) Represent the company before local regulatory and land management agencies, boards, planning commissions and councils. Prepares project descriptions and summaries, responds to date requests and, with support from the project team, makes presentations to the governing jurisdiction’s representatives in public meetings in order to obtain approval for projects. 10% e) Maintains a general understanding of applicable federal, state and local land rights laws, codes, ordinances and regulations. Familiar with effective negotiating strategies and techniques in order to secure land rights at a fair and equitable cost. 10% f) Ensure compliance with all land rights related permit conditions and landowner agreements including easement conditions, documentation and releases. Makes post-construction damage assessments and settlement payments to impacted landowners subject to approved price schedules. 10% g) Is familiar with and maintains Siting and Land Rights computer database for all projects assigned to this position. 5% h) Provides assistance to other internal Xcel Energy departments and subsidiaries involving land rights management and acquisition, valuation and cost estimates for siting and land rights activities. 5% Minimum Requirements: Land Rights Agent: Bachelor's or Associate's degree in real estate, land use planning, management, business or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Some Project management experience.

To apply, please send an updated resume and salary requirements to Mandi at amanda.l.sirek@xcelenergy.com

Environmental Engineer
DELAWARE CITY, DE US

Provide support for the ongoing compliance with environmental rules
and regulations. Ensure that all control, monitoring, record
keeping, and reporting requirements related to the area of
responsibility are satisfied. Maintains internal relationships with
all refinery personnel and establishes external relationships with
regulatory representatives. Interacts and coordinates projects with
agencies, consulting firms, and contractors. Provides engineering
support as needed for environmental projects. Ensures compliance by
developing and/or implementing compliance systems and tools.
Provides guidance to address environmental regulations.
Specific job duties will focus primarily on air compliance matters,
including Continuous Emission Monitor (CEM) reporting, SOCMI HON
program compliance reporting, Annual Emission Inventory and SARA 313
reporting. Will be assigned specific refinery process units for
purposes of providing environmental guidance, Management of Change
(MOC) review and Standing Instruction/Operating Procedure review.
Position involves rotational on-call responsibilities.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Engineering or Science required; BS Chem
E preferred. A minimum of two years related environmental,
refining, petrochemical experience required. Knowledge of refinery
units is desired. Experience with state and federal air regulations
required. Excellent interpersonal skills required. Ability to
read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals,
professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental
regulations required. Ability to write reports, business
correspondence, and procedure manuals required. Must demonstrate
reasonable proficiency with basic computerized office systems such as
Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of SAP helpful.
CANDIDATES WITH GREATER QUALIFICATIONS MAY BE CONSIDERED FOR A HIGHER
LEVEL POSITION.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Environmental Engineer

Regulation, Manager
CA-San Francisco

Department Overview
Regulatory Relations supports the operating lines of business by providing regulatory expertise, managing the development, approval and implementation of regulatory filings, rates and tariffs, and advocating the business needs to our regulators. The Governance and Planning department of Regulation & Rates facilitates the regulatory planning and prioritization process, regulatory work management processes, regulatory performance reporting, and the coordination, assembly and publication of regulatory case documents.
Position Summary
Provides leadership and direction through supervision, coaching and development to a professional staff responsible for the case management of numerous regulatory proceedings related to renewable energy such as Applications, Complaints, and Investigations, Rulemakings, Advice Letters and associated audits. The Manager of the section serves as a subject matter expert on complex policy and financial issues that are the subject or result of the assigned proceedings. The Manager may also lead negotiations with intervening parties on assigned cases or provide expert witness testimony on issues of policy, high complexity, and/or significant financial impact.
Responsibilities
Leadership, Coaching, and Development
* Ensure alignment between the Company's vision, goals and strategies and the work performed by the individual contributors within the section through the goal setting and performance evaluation process Constructing development plans in conjunction with employees which result in measurable improvement
* Providing coaching and continuous development by providing ownership of challenging assignments
* Manage recruitment, interviewing and hiring of high quality employees.
Oversight of Case Management Functions for Renewables Energy Proceedings
* Manage and staff personnel to support regulatory cases
* Planning and development of case strategy with key internal or external stakeholders
* Initial case assessment and developments to ensure Company objectives are met
* Provide policy direction to Case Manager and Case Team
* Participate in assessment for potential settlement of a regulatory case, including strategy and internal communications to seek appropriate levels of internal approvals
* Ensure Case Managers have complied with all generation portfolio related decisions and financial reporting requirements
Policy and Strategy Direction and Analysis
* Provide subject matter expertise.
* Provide high-level analytical support for regulatory, policy and business initiatives related to the regulatory proceedings assigned
* Evaluate and develop recommendations on cost recovery, ratemaking, generation portfolio and reliability related issues and tariffs
* Evaluate and understand significant financial, strategic or policy impact of key regulatory proposals, pleadings, and decisions
* Maintain knowledge of key governmental, regulatory, and political issues
* Prepare strategic briefing materials and/or communications for senior management, client organizations, and regulators
Required:
* B.A. in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Public Policy or related
* 10 years experience with regulatory utility environment, including the development and support of expert witness testimony and/or case management
Desired:
* MBA/MS/MA
* License or certification in project management skills
* Significant prior experience working with financial planning, business planning, generation portfolio and reliability planning or operations planning
Job Category
: Government & Regulatory Relations
Primary Location
: USA-CA-San Francisco
Job Level
: Manager
Schedule
: Full-time
Travel
: No

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Regulation, Manager

Regulatory Consultant
Fort Wayne, IN

Position Summary: Possesses existing knowledge and experience in utility regulation. Possesses excellent communication skills. Familiar with regulatory standards, codes, concepts, systems and business processes relevant to work assignments. Assists higher-level regulatory personnel in handling portions of problems or analyses. Demonstrates the application of theory to the solution of problems or analysis. Demonstrates competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle assignments of varying complexity. Demonstrates the ability to recommend enhancements, including automation, to business practices. Exhibits ability to understand interrelationships between cost drivers and revenue. Demonstrates the potential to testify before regulatory bodies on issues of importance to the Company.
Principal Accountabilities:
1. Coordinate or perform work activities to complete assigned tasks; perform routine regulatory-related activity with minimum direction from higher-level employees; follow policies, practices, standards and rules of the Company and regulations and procedures required by external agencies; assist higher-level employees; provide training and guidance to lower-level employees.
2. Coordinate or develop revenue requirement and cost-of-service analyses, tariff and billing computations, various regulatory filings, and contracts; coordinate and provide regulatory information to other work groups within the Company; initiate corrective action when regulatory requirements or objectives are not being met. Contrbute to timely and accurate regulatory reporting.
3. Initiate solutions to problems requiring additional definition/clarification; demonstrate the ability to identify problems that are beyond the normal routine; demonstrate the ability and desire to seek out opportunities and embrace new ideas and approaches.
4. Monitor industry groups and other external organizations to provide and gain knowledge on emerging trends in utility regulation.
5. Assist in the coordination between corporate and operating company personnel to ensure that regulatory strategy, interface with regulatory bodies, and responses to regulatory inquiries are aligned with corporate policies.
6. Develop testimony and exhibits for regulatory filings. Assist with the preparation of responses to data requests from outside parties.
7. Evaluate and communicate to Company personnel the financial and/or operational impacts of regulatory decisions.
8. Develop, review or present reports and analyses in a clear, concise and effective manner.
9. Function as a team member; network with teams of peers inside and outside the Company; identify key stakeholders; make productive use of informal networking; resolve conflict and build consensus.
10. Make decisions subject to review within established policies and procedures; possess an awareness of risks; extrapolate beyond known facts to reach logical conclusions.
11. Understand the Company's organizational structure and the specific roles and responsibilities of individual organizational units; possess a proficiency in the application and use of economic analysis techniques in problem solving; possess and further develop an understanding of utility regulation.
12. Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company's Corporate Compliance Policy.
13. Promote and enforce the Company's Accident Prevention and Safety and Health programs.
14. Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Requirements: Bachelors degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, engineering or related field. MBA, CPA, or PE preferred. Knowledge and experience in utility regulation. Strong communication abilities and issue resolution, organization, and facilitation skills. Additional Information: Possesses the ability to efficiently and effectively manage functional relationships on various levels within the Company and with personnel of regulatory authorities.
The successful candidate will be knowledgeable of current and emerging issues of utilities, demonstrate developed problem-solving skills, initiate solutions to complex issues, and promote professionalism and the highest standards of ethical behavior in interactions with internal and external constituents.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Regulatory Consultant

Refinery Safety Manager
SUNRAY, TX US

Accountable for effectively directing the Health and Safety programs
and also readiness of the Fire Protection and Emergency Response
System (personnel and equipment) for the Refinery in compliance with
all Federal, State and Local safety regulations. Provides
occupational safety and health expertise to insure OSHA and other
regulatory compliance and company safety and health guidelines.
Manages work related injuries through direct involvement with staff
and professional medical personnel. Develops and maintains working
relationships with corporate HS&E and Risk Management, Refinery
Leadership Team, first line supervision and field personnel, Human
Resources, Accounting, and contractor management and work force
personnel. Assures compliance with appropriate governmental and
industrial safety standards. Manages departmental operating budget
and exercises appropriate controls. Maintains and analyzes incident
statistics to determine where prevention efforts need to be directed,
then prescribes changes in existing systems to meet the needs
identified. Reviews engineering design drawings for safety provisions
and assesses the adequacy of those provisions, making changes as
necessary to satisfy Federal, State, and Local safety and health
regulations.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in Safety or related degree required. A
minimum of ten years refinery safety experience required. Five years
industrial fire protection experience required. Five years
management/supervisory experience required. Experience and
understanding required of refinery operations, processes, and the
interaction of units and the application of Federal and State
regulations pertinent to each. Excellent interpersonal skills
required. Excellent oral and written communications skills required.
Must be able to effectively interact and maintain working
relationships with internal and external contacts at all levels of
the organization. Excellent analytical, quantitative, organization
and multi tasking skills required. Must be able to work under
pressure in meeting critical and time sensitive deadlines.
Specialized/technical courses such as Certification as a Safety
Professional, Industrial Fire Instructor Certification, First Aid and
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation preferred. Ability to work with
performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required
to walk, sit, talk and hear; stand, use hands to finger, handle, or
feel; reach with hands and arms; and may occasionally be required to
climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee
may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Refinery Safety Manager

Sr. Regulatory Analyst
CA-San Francisco

Department Overview
Regulatory Relations advocate the Company's business needs, serve as the primary point of contact with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) leadership and staff, and coordinate advice filings
Responsibilities
* Manage all aspects of advice letter filings associated with major rate cases and Company-initiated proposals including drafting and ensuring proper review of the advice letter itself, and achieving consensus with Law, Operations and Energy Proceedings, and other departments.
* Prepare revisions to tariffs, work papers and other required attachments to advice letters. Delegate regulatory showings to appropriate individuals and company departments as necessary.
* Act as a liaison between PG&E and CPUC staff during advice letter approval process, develop and/or coordinate responses to protests from outside parties to advice letters, data requests related to advice letter filings and comments to CPUC draft resolutions pertaining to advice letters. Develop a network of internal and external contacts. Collaborate with other California utilities as needed on responses to protests, data requests, decisions and resolutions.
* Attend bi-monthly CPUC decision conference meetings. Summarize for the Company's upper management the status of utility-related matters as determined by the CPUC. Identify and report to senior management newsworthy regulatory developments. Conduct and/or attend in-house agenda meeting prior to each CPUC decision conference and display proficiency at identifying regulatory policy matters of importance to the company.
* Attend and represent the Regulatory Relations Department at meetings of other departments throughout the company with the goal of providing accurate and informative appraisals of their role in the company's success with state regulatory matters.
* Ad hoc projects as assigned.
Required:
* Skilled in use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively.
* Excellent analytical skills as well as excellent project management skills.
* Demonstrated ability to act independently, develop project plans and meet deadlines.
Desired:
* MBA/MA/MS
* 5 or more years utility regulatory or related experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V
Job Category
: Government & Regulatory Relations
Primary Location
: USA-CA-San Francisco
Job Level
: Individual Contributor
Schedule
: Full-time
Travel
: Yes, 10% of the time

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Sr. Regulatory Analyst

Manager HS&E
ALBION, NE US

Responsible for managing all aspects of environmental, health and
safety, and regulatory compliance. As a member of the Plant
Leadership Team you will be expected to participate in objective
setting, plan development, and performance review of the plant.
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and permits under
OSHA (including PSM), EPA, DENR, TTB, FRA, and any other
non-financial regulating body. Ensure all plant modifications receive
appropriate permitting approval in timely manner to support
construction schedule and all plant/system changes are managed
through plant Management of Change (MOC) procedure. Provide training
systems that promote ever increasing standards for safe work
execution and plant improvement. Maintain positive, proactive
relationships with all regulatory contacts.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety or Environmental Sciences
required. Ten years experience in operating industrial facility
subject to OSHA 1910 and applicable EPA regulations or comparable
experience required. Experience with state pollution control
standards.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Manager HS&E

Regulatory Analyst, Senior Regulatory Analyst
Denver, CO

Candidates must have utility regulatory or energy efficiency policy experience. Please verify that your education and/or experience meets the minimum requirements listed below. Please do not apply if you do not possess the requirements. Position Summary: Manage, prepare, and support Demand-Side Management (DSM) regulatory filings in all of Xcel Energy’s service territories. (DSM includes energy efficiency, demand response, and load management programs). Support Marketing Department in analysis of new DSM program concepts. Ensure internal compliance with DSM rules and legislative mandates. Serve as primary liaison with state commission regulator staffs regarding DSM. Manage and report on DSM cost recovery and financial incentives and DSM savings achievements. Essential Responsibilities: Percent of Time a) Lead and participate in project teams to prepare all mandated DSM annual, biennial, and triennial DSM plan filings, annual DSM status report filings, DSM cost recovery and financial incentive filings, and the DSM portion of integrated resource plans and rate cases. 30% b) Coordinate and prepare Marketing Department written reports, testimony, exhibits, and responses to DSM-related information and discovery requests. May be required to serve as witness in hearings as required. 25% c) Represent Xcel Energy as the primary DSM liaison with state Public Utility Commission staffs. Participate in all DSM related regulatory agency meetings, discussions, rulemaking sessions, workshops, legislative sessions, and hearings. Develop internal policies related to legislative and rule requirements and disseminate this information across Company. 15% d) Manage and ensure accurate cost recovery tracking systems and financial incentive analysis and reporting. Perform economic cost effectiveness analysis related to existing and new DSM products and services. 10% e) Develop and maintain DSM tracking systems to effectively and efficiently meet the requirements of regulatory and internal needs. Assure that both long-range historical and forecasted DSM impacts are maintained and updated as necessary for each jurisdiction. Prepare and provide responses to requests for historical DSM achievements and expenditures. 10% f) Assess regulatory developments in other states relative to DSM and maintain a knowledge-base of alternative DSM methodologies and regulatory structures. 5% g) Complete special projects related to DSM as required. 5% Minimum Requirements: Regulatory Analyst: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience in regulatory process (preferably utility), policy development and project management. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. Senior Regulatory Analyst: BA/BS in business or related discipline with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in regulatory process (preferably utility), policy development and project management. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

To express interest, please send an updated resume and salary requirements to Mandi at amanda.l.sirek@xcelenergy.com but 5:00pm central time on 5/22/09.

Electricity Regulation -- Principal Researcher
prefer Silver Spring, MD, but are flexible

The National Regulatory Research Institute, a think tank that provides objective, independent and unbiased guidance for state utility regulators on effective public interest decisionmaking, is seeking an electricity regulation expert – preferably economist or lawyer – to join its team as a Principal researcher and writer. The primary responsibilities of a Principal are to (1) identify unsolved regulatory challenges, (2) create quality solutions to those challenges, (3) “democratize” access to regulatory knowledge, and (4) stimulate discussion on principles of high quality regulation within the electricity regulation community. The position requires expert knowledge electricity regulation at the state level, evidenced by publications or testimony, demonstrating fluency in (1) the industry's history, in terms of market structure, economic and engineering developments, and legislative and regulatory intervention, (2) the challenges facing state and federal regulators; and (3). regulatory policy and process, including techniques for regulating companies in the context of a franchised monopoly, methods for determining the appropriateness of competition in relevant geographic and product markets, and the steps necessary to accommodate and ensure effective competition. Minimum qualifications are a Bachelor’s degree; Master’s (MS, MA or MBA), JD, or PhD is highly desired. Disciplines sought are in economics, accounting, finance, engineering, law, or public management. Must have excellent English-language written and verbal communications skills, as successful candidate will work directly with regulatory decisionmakers to design and carry out research projects. NRRI is located in the Washington, D.C. suburb of Silver Spring, MD. While preference will be given to candidates who can work from our offices, this is not a requirement.

To apply please email cover letter, resume and salary expectations to employment@nrri.org with “Electricity Expert” in the Subject line. NRRI, funded directly by state utility commissions, is an equal opportunity employer.

Senior Compliance Analyst
CA-San Francisco

Department Overview
Finance Compliance & Controls is a department within the Finance Organization that reports directly to the VP and Corporate Controller. This department is full time support of the Company's internal controls over financial reporting, and acts in a consultative capacity as a business partner to the entire organization which includes overall oversight of the Company's Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, monitors adherence to the Accounts Reconciliation policy and Capital Accounting policies and order management process.
Position Summary
The Order Management group within FCC plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of PG&E's financial information as all costs incurred by PG&E are recorded to work orders. The team works with many stakeholders throughout PG&E to maintain effective oversight and monitoring of PG&E's order management process.
Responsibilities
* Perform work order compliance reviews and document results
* Review project scope and associated capital and expense guidance and provide work order process guidance in accordance with policies and procedures
* Prepare order management performance metrics
* Monitor order management exceptions and facilitate clean-up efforts
* Work with cross functional teams to analyze current order management process and drive process improvements, Prepare documentation of work processes including flowcharts
* Work collaboratively with Finance and Accounting personnel on order management and capital related issues
* Prepare documentation of order management and capital accounting issues
* Provide order management training to Finance, Accounting, and line of business personnel
* Maintain capital accounting policies and procedures
* Respond to data requests from various stakeholders
* Participate in special projects
Required
* BS/BA in Accounting
* 4+ years of relevant accounting, internal controls, or process management experience
* Highly motivated or is a self-starter and takes ownership of projects and tasks
* Process-oriented, ability to work with others, to lead and affect process change and improvements
* Able to dig deep into the details as well as see the Big Picture
* Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills
* Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management
* Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
Desired
* Proficiency with SAP
* Utility industry experience
* Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor
Job
Accounting & Financial Management
Primary Location
USA-CA-San Francisco
Travel
-No

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Senior Compliance Analyst

Manager HS&E
CHARLES CITY, IA US

Responsible for managing all aspects of environmental, health and
safety, and regulatory compliance. As a member of the Plant
Leadership Team you will be expected to participate in objective
setting, plan development, and performance review of the plant.
Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations and permits under
OSHA (including PSM), EPA, DENR, TTB, FRA, and any other
non-financial regulating body. Ensures all plant modifications
receive
appropriate permitting approval in timely manner to support
construction schedule and all plant/system changes are managed
through plant Management of Change (MOC) procedure. Provides training
systems that promote ever increasing standards for safe work
execution and plant improvement. Maintains positive, proactive
relationships with all regulatory contacts.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety or Environmental Sciences
required. Ten years experience in operating industrial facility
subject to OSHA 1910 and applicable EPA regulations or comparable
experience required. Experience with state pollution control
standards.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Manager HS&E

Manager Compliance

Direct oversight of all programs for compliance with rules and evaluation, measurement and verification. Manage the relationship with the EM&V contractor and direct all activities in this area. Ensure full compliance with all rules and reporting to achieve required benchmarks.
Completes the benchmark report each year to ensure targets are met within compliance.
Ensure Ohio's Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard is fully supported and meets Commission and Corporate requirements.
Interfaces with AEP Ohio Collaborative stakeholder group.
Oversee development and maintenance of all contract needs and budgets.
Ensure legal requirements are met and brands are consistent.
Develop and oversee quality assurance/quality control and verification policies.
Develop and oversee portfolio and measure level benefit-cost analysis process.
Develop and oversee development and maintenance of measure technical reference manual.
Assist Director of Energy Efficiency, Demand Response, and Renewable Programs in other areas as needed.
Manage team of coordinators.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in business, engineering, building science or related field, and six years of relevant experience in the utility industry with exhibited technical competence, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated experience with energy efficiency, demand response and renewable energy program evaluation, measurement, and verification. Exceptional quantification skills in the areas of budgets, reporting, and benefit cost analyses. Proficiency in financial management of multi-million dollar budgets. Demonstrated proficiency in advanced PC computer skills & applications including spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and presentation software. Excellent verbal and written skills, public speaking and strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated team building skills as well as the ability to work independently.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Manager Compliance

Energy Compliance & Reporting, Prin
CA-San Francisco

Energy Compliance & Reporting Principal - San Francisco, CA
Department Overview
We recognize that our employees are the backbone of our success. It's the mix of talent, skill, enthusiasm, drive and team spirit that empowers our employees to deliver your energy, today and tomorrow. This is your opportunity to join our team and make your contributions in an industry that is rapidly changing.
The Procurement Compliance Policy group oversees compliance policies in Energy Procurement (EP), with a focus on California Public Utility Commission (CPUC) obligations affecting PG&E's procurement activities. The group's overall purpose is to assist with cost recovery and regulatory compliance with energy procurement requirements.
Position Summary
The successful candidate will assist EP staff to pro-actively integrate compliance obligations and thinking into their work at the beginning of projects and procurement activities. Translate compliance obligations, particularly those created by the CPUC, into usable and understandable documents and tools to assist EP staff working on procurement activities. Contribute to the development of a thorough documentation and understanding of procurement compliance obligations. Help to convert those requirements into workable formats (e.g., process or work flow diagrams) to assist EP staff in meeting those requirements. Help to educate affected EP staff about those requirements. Contribute to the creation of documentation processes to ensure compliance can be demonstrated. Serve as the Procurement Review Group (PRG) Coordinator who coordinates all aspects and requirements of the PRG for both PG&E and PRG members. Serve as the Chief of Staff for Energy Policy, Planning & Analysis (EPPA).
Responsibilities:
* Perform compliance reporting, both state and federal
* Contribute to the creation, maintenance and overseeing of master list of EP compliance obligations
* Serve as Compliance Champion for EP
* Serve as the Chief of Staff for Energy Policy, Planning & Analysis
* Serve as the Coordinator for the Procurement Review Group (PRG) activities, a formal consultation process with non-market participants (e.g., environmental and consumer groups) related to PG&E's procurement activities
Qualifications
Required:
* B/S or B/A degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Engineering, or equivalent
* Seven or more years of experience in energy or regulatory arena, or similar
* Process improvement experience
* Ability to work with and leverage outside groups for team goals without having direct supervisor control
* Strong communication skills
* Strong interpersonal skills, specifically to facilitate both the technical and human component of Compliance Group responsibilities
* Ability to speak diplomatically on behalf of PG&E with outside organizations
* Strong critical thinking, including ability to interpret conceptual, high-level regulations and implement them, including developing step-by-step execution plans
* Strong organization and follow-through abilities; attention to detail without getting lost in in it
Desired:
* Advanced degree
* Working knowledge of utility regulation and compliance with California Public Utility Commission (CPUC) activities
* Broad background in utility procurement and other utility business activities, particularly experience or ability to see across different lines of a business to assess the interdependencies of company activitity.
* Knowledge of EP procurement activities
* Experience with process documentation
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V.
Job
Energy Services and Trading
Primary Location
USA-CA-San Francisco
Travel
-No

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Energy Compliance & Reporting, Prin

Senior Regulatory Policy Analyst
CA-San Francisco

Senior Regulatory Policy Analyst
Overview of Job Responsibilities:
Support the development, strategy and implementation planning for overall Demand Response (DR) policy initiatives to meet Company goals and targets. Represent Company interests and positions regarding DR issues in various internal and external forums e.g. CEC, CPUC, CAISO, FERC, industry working groups etc.
Support D R policy proposals by providing expert testimony, exhibits and supporting work papers in Regulatory proceedings. Communicate PG&E's positions clearly and effectively to all affected stakeholders and work to resolve issues though negotiation and collaboration. Review and analyze issues in interveners' testimony, comments, etc. to ensure the best possible outcome.
Job Responsibilities
25% of the time
Participate as a member of collaborative teams to advance PG&E actions regarding DR policy internally to PG&E.
Duties include:
- Perform policy analysis on specific DR related issues
- Provide input to teams to advance DR policy objectives
- Manage project budget, schedule and deliverables
- Administer contracts with outside vendors and consultants, monitor costs, scope, schedule and deliverables
25% of the time
Participate in DR policy actions with CPUC, CEC, CAISO, WECC, FERC, NERC and other external organizations to advance PG&E's DR Policy goals.
Duties include:
- Prepare responses to data requests and Regulatory inquiries
- Prepare position papers and presentations related to DR policy
- Effectively communicate PG&E positions to external organizations
Sponsor expert testimony or support other expert witnesses at regulatory proceedings
25% of the time
Manage specific DR policy tasks in areas such as the DR OIR, LTPP, RA, FERC ANOPR, CAISO MRTU, PG&E Risk Management, SmartGrid OIR, etc. Duties include:
- Prepare internal and external status reports that pertain to DR policy actions
- Deliver projects on time
Track and monitor project budget, resources, and project deliverables with regard to performance targets, goals and timelines
10% of the time
Collaborate with CPUC, CAISO, local government, national industry associations, affinity groups and other utilities on specific demand response policy areas.
Duties include:
- Develop testimony, work papers, and exhibits supporting DR policy proposals
- Communicate PG&E's positions clearly and effectively to all affected stakeholders.
- Work to resolve issues though negotiation
Review and analyze issues in interveners' testimony, comments, etc. to ensure the best possible outcome
10% of the time
Develop and make suggestions to management for policy and strategy adjustments in response to current conditions and activity.
- Track and evaluate DR Policy nationally, including legislative actions at the state & federal levels
- Prepare progress and status reports.
Seek opportunities to build strategic alliances with other IOUs, regulatory staff and external stakeholders to support Demand Response as an industry
5% of the time
Complete requirements appropriate to job for safety, compliance and ethics training, and other company requirements
Requirements:
Experience:
- 3-5 years relevant work experience in the energy field with a; utility, consultancy, regulatory agency or other industry organization.
- DSM policy management experience (highly valuable).
- Possess a firm understanding of California energy policy
- Possess an intimate knowledge of the investor owned utility business model as it relates to customers, regulators and other stakeholders
- Experience preparing or responding to RFQs, RFIs, RFPs and Bid Specifications
- Experience managing implementation contractors and consultants.
- Knowledge of FERC electric policy and electric markets e.g. CAISO, ERCOT, PJM. ISONE etc...
- Knowledge of CPUC and CEC energy planning proceedings; Long Term Procurement Plan, Resource Adequacy, and Integrated Electric Resource Plan would be very valuable
Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills required with the ability to convey complex information clearly, concisely, and effectively.
- Strong management, and analytical skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of utility Supply Side and Demand Side Management concepts
Education:
- BA/BS Degree in: Public Policy, Economics, Business, Liberal Arts, Engineering, Science or other related fields (advanced degree desirable)
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V.
Job
Government & Regulatory Relations
Primary Location
USA-CA-San Francisco
Travel
-Yes, 10% of the time

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Senior Regulatory Policy Analyst

Plant Environmental Coord II
Columbus, OH

Optimize environmental processes within the assigned power generating facilities of the Fossil and Hydro organization. Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations. The Plant Environmental Coordinator II will normally be the facility point of contact for environmental issues and, as needed or assigned, for industrial hygiene issues. Potential cost of noncompliance is significant.
Ensure compliance with all environmental regulations applicable to the plant for operation and maintenance. As applicable, recommendations will be made to plant management directed at ensuring compliance with company policies and state and federal environmental regulations through guidelines and procedures as well as actively leading, facilitating and coordinating work activities of others to complete routine required activities. This includes, where needed, actively working with plant personnel to assure environmental compliance when any modifications to the physical plant or operating procedures are planned or undertaken.
Position will be main contact for AEP Region 7 Cems reporting and RATA testing support. Region 7 coverage includes 3 combined cycle gas plants and 4 combustion turbine plants: Waterford, Lawrenceburg, Dresden, Darby, Greenville, Ceredo, and Mone located in West Virginia, Ohio, and Indiana.
Position location is flexible, but the Columbus area is preferable as the most central for all Region 7 plants.
Candidate must be able to work with Cems data collection/reporting and have the expertise to set up a central clearing house for data.
Candidate must have Continuous Emissions Monitoring (CEMS) experience as well as experience with StackVision data handling system.
Provide day-to-day interfacing, as needed, with the applicable AEP Environmental Services sections, Safety and Health Section, Regional Engineering and Engineering sections to assure compliance with environmental regulations.
Coordinate, as required, regulatory reporting to environmental agencies; ensure that regulatory notifications are made as needed to environmental agencies for any releases and upset conditions; monitor the implementation of operations and maintenance procedures for plant environmental control equipment (CEMS, WWTFs, ESPs, etc.) and identify, clarify, resolve and initiate solutions to complex problems encountered; use cost effective strategies and productivity improvement methods in all applicable duties; and serve as needed as the focal point for regulatory agencies.
Work, as required, with the Plant Industrial Hygiene Coordinator (PIHC) assigned to common facilities to effectively implement AEP IH policies and OSHA regulations. Coordinate compliance program implementation that integrates Env and IH disciplines with the PIHC.
As assigned, optimize reduction efforts for NOx, SO2, Hg, CO2 and other regulated air emissions to ensure compliance with impending and current regulations.
Coordinate and/or provide, as needed, required and appropriate environmental training of employees with a thorough understanding of training elements.
Participate in planning and implementing community based and other civic programs involving environmental matters (e.g., earth day activities, environmental events at schools and other similar activities).
Assist with economic analysis of environmental compliance and industrial hygiene projects.
Assure safety of environmental compliance activities.
This position may require up to 50% travel.
Minimum Requirements
BS in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering or other applicable Science Field. Five years experience in plant operations and/or environmental program implementation or equivalent education and experience. Advanced degree may provide credit for part of the experience requirement if in an applicable field.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Plant Environmental Coord II

Process Safety Engineer
DELAWARE CITY, DE US

Support, provide guidance and assist in the development and on going maintenance of PSM and Risk Management program elements which may include: Employee Participation Plans, Written Process Safety Information, Process Hazards Analyses, Written Operating Procedures, Training and Documentation, Contractor Requirements, Pre-startup Safety Review, Mechanical Integrity, Hot Work, Safe Work Practices, Management of Change, Incident Investigation, Emergency Planning and Response, Compliance Audit, Hazard Assessment and Trade Secrets. Participate in and/or facilitate PSM related incident investigations. Assist in development and implementation of corporate PSM policies, standards, and guidelines. Facilitate and/or oversee process hazard analyses and revalidations. Participate in and conduct audits to assure compliance with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP regulations.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in chemical or mechanical engineering required. Minimum two years experience in a refinery or petrochemical environment is required. Practical and working knowledge of the OSHA, PSM and EPA RM regulations is required. The ability to work with others required. Good writing and implementation skills necessary to document and track PSM activities. Working knowledge of Microsoft software is required. Experience with using and leading process hazard analyses studies by various techniques is preferred. Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter and have a diligent attitude to complete lengthy assignments.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Process Safety Engineer

Manager, Regulatory Administration (Transmission)
Denver, CO or Minneapolis, MN or Amarillo, TX

Work directly with the Director, Regulatory Administration & Compliance to implement regulatory strategies and programs to support Xcel Energy's corporate objectives and revenue recovery while fulfilling all legal and regulatory requirements before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Manage company participation in activities associated with development of transmission pricing and cost recovery activities in regional transmission organizations. Manage transmission regulatory filings, including rate, fuel, merger/acquisition, rulemaking and certification proceedings. Manage transmission regulatory activities that are in compliance with regulatory rules and procedures. Establish and maintain relationships and interactions with FERC audit, enforcement, rates, and general counsel staff. Oversee compliance with FERC regulations, data requests, investigations, and regulatory requirements and sponsor expert testimony supporting company initiatives. Essential Responsibilities: Percent of Time a) Manage transmission regulatory and compliance filings as needed to accomplish corporate objectives and to achieve regulatory compliance. Develops FERC docket case issues, pricing strategies, regulatory filings, and oversees the implementation to comply with regulatory rules and orders related to transmission. Prepare supporting testimony and serve as expert witness in regulatory proceedings when necessary. 30% b) Manage company’s participation in activities associated with development of regional transmission organization transmission pricing and cost recovery initiatives to ensure that customer and corporate interests are effectively represented. 20% c) Keep apprised of FERC regulations, rulemakings and policies to ensure Xcel Energy is effective in industry-wide initiatives and to ensure compliance with federal requirements. Coordinate with other regional initiatives at the federal level (RTOs, etc.) 15% d) Establish and maintain effective relationships with Transmission stakeholders to ensure regulatory work processes, filings and projects are coordinated and efficiently pursued. Advise Director, Regulatory Administration (Federal) and Vice President, Government and Regulatory Affairs on regulatory issues and recommend strategies that have impact on Xcel Energy's strategic objectives for transmission. 10% e) Establish a program to maintain effective relationships between the company and federal regulatory staffs. Ensure effective representation of Xcel Energy’s Federal positions in Federal and state regulatory proceedings. Communicate Xcel’s regulatory strategy to customer groups, regulatory staffs, public counsels, and other stakeholders. 10% f) Manage direct reports' work and assignments on the OATT and regional transmission tariff initiatives, development of pricing policies and preparation of rate filings. Create and maintain a professional work environment that encourages growth opportunities for direct reports. 10% g) Other duties as assigned. 5% Minimum Requirements: MA/MS in economics, public policy, business or related discipline. Minimum of ten years or equivalent experience in the regulatory field. Specific experience in dealing with FERC required. Frequent overnight travel and extensive overtime required. Must be able to use PC software such as Word or Excel. Selection criteria may include testing and/or assessment.

To apply, copy and paste the link below into your browser: http://www1.xcelenergy.com/xcelrecruit/ViewPosting.asp?PostingID=UG-VA-0152&BusinessUnitID=UG&TierID= OR visit www.xcelenergy.com and search career opportunities for job posting number UG-VA-0152 by 3/23/2009 at 5pm CDT.

Industrial Hygiene Coord I - III
Pittsburg, TX

Coordinate Industrial Hygiene (IH) processes within the assigned power generating facilities of the Fossil and Hydro Generation regions. Ensure compliance with applicable industrial hygiene regulations. As assigned, the PIHCIII will be the facility point of contact for industrial hygiene issues and, as appropriate, for environmental issues. Potential cost of industrial hygiene or environmental noncompliance is significant.
Assist in assuring compliance with all applicable industrial hygiene regulations for safe plant operation and maintenance. Assure the implementation of previously approved recommendations to plant management directed at ensuring compliance with company policies and state and federal industrial hygiene regulations through guidelines and procedures. Coordinate work activities of others or perform work activities to complete routine required activities. Work with plant personnel to assure industrial hygiene compliance when any modifications to the physical plant or operating procedures are planned or undertaken.
Coordinate or perform tasks related to the implementation of the industrial hygiene program.
As instructed or required provide day-to-day interaction, as needed, with the applicable AEP Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Regional Plant Engineering, and Engineering Services sections to assure compliance with industrial hygiene regulations.
As instructed or required, work with PEC assigned to common facilities to effectively implement AEP environmental policies and governmental regulations. Coordinate compliance program implementation that integrates environmental and IH disciplines.
As required, coordinate regulatory reporting and notifications related to industrial hygiene programs or incidents. Monitor the implementation of operations and maintenance procedures for plant industrial hygiene control equipment such as sound reduction, airborne contaminant control, etc. Identify, clarify, resolve, and initiate solutions to problems encountered; use cost effective strategies and productivity improvement methods in all applicable duties. Serve as needed as the plant focal point for regulatory agencies.
Operate and troubleshoot industrial hygiene equipment and systems such as air sampling pumps, confined space monitors, respirator fit-test equipment, insulation sampling equipment, lead paint sampling, and other similar activities as identified.
Implement reduction efforts as assigned or required for employee exposure as described in AEP or agency industrial hygiene programs and regulations.
Coordinate and provide, as needed, required and appropriate industrial hygiene training of employees with a thorough understanding of training elements.
Assist with economic analysis of industrial hygiene compliance and projects. As directed assist with the development of a budget for IH compliance items.
Assure safety of industrial hygiene related activities.
Minimum Requirements
Industrial Hygiene Coord III Bachelor?s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Applied Sciences, Engineering, or other applicable field and two years experience in industrial hygiene field/profession or equivalent education and experience. Advanced degree may provide credit for part of the experience requirement if in an applicable field.
Industrial Hygiene Cood II
Bachlor's degree and 5 yeas experience.
Industrial Hygiene Cood III
Bachlor's Dregree and 8 years experience.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Industrial Hygiene Coord I - III

Plant Environmental Coord II
Columbus, OH

Optimize environmental processes within the assigned power generating facilities of the Fossil and Hydro organization. Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations. The Plant Environmental Coordinator II will normally be the facility point of contact for environmental issues and, as needed or assigned, for industrial hygiene issues. Potential cost of noncompliance is significant.
Ensure compliance with all environmental regulations applicable to the plant for operation and maintenance. As applicable, recommendations will be made to plant management directed at ensuring compliance with company policies and state and federal environmental regulations through guidelines and procedures as well as actively leading, facilitating and coordinating work activities of others to complete routine required activities. This includes, where needed, actively working with plant personnel to assure environmental compliance when any modifications to the physical plant or operating procedures are planned or undertaken.
Provide day-to-day interfacing, as needed, with the applicable AEP Environmental Services sections, Safety and Health Section, Regional Engineering and Engineering sections to assure compliance with environmental regulations.
Coordinate, as required, regulatory reporting to environmental agencies; ensure that regulatory notifications are made as needed to environmental agencies for any releases and upset conditions; monitor the implementation of operations and maintenance procedures for plant environmental control equipment (CEMS, WWTFs, ESPs, etc.) and identify, clarify, resolve and initiate solutions to complex problems encountered; use cost effective strategies and productivity improvement methods in all applicable duties; and serve as needed as the focal point for regulatory agencies.
Work, as required, with the Plant Industrial Hygiene Coordinator (PIHC) assigned to common facilities to effectively implement AEP IH policies and OSHA regulations. Coordinate compliance program implementation that integrates Env and IH disciplines with the PIHC.
As assigned, optimize reduction efforts for NOx, SO2, Hg, CO2 and other regulated air emissions to ensure compliance with impending and current regulations.
Coordinate and/or provide, as needed, required and appropriate environmental training of employees with a thorough understanding of training elements.
Participate in planning and implementing community based and other civic programs involving environmental matters (e.g., earth day activities, environmental events at schools and other similar activities).
Assist with economic analysis of environmental compliance and industrial hygiene projects.
Assure safety of environmental compliance activities.
This position will provide system wide plant support in the Plant Environmental/IH Support group. Special assignments include information management, implementing task management database, and other Environmental and Industrial Hygiene work as assigned.
This position will require approximately 50% travel however, the location where this position will be based is flexible within the AEP system.
Minimum Requirements
BS in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering or other applicable Science Field. Five years experience in plant operations and/or environmental program implementation or equivalent education and experience. Advanced degree may provide credit for part of the experience requirement if in an applicable field.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Plant Environmental Coord II

Manager - Environmental Audit
SAN ANTONIO, TX US

Maintains audit procedures, protocols and reference materials. Establishes environmental related audit schedules. Coordinates, directs and participates in environmental audits. Selects and manages consultants engaged as audit team members. Supervises audit teams comprised of Valero subject matter experts and/or 3rd-party auditors. Leads opening and closing conferences with refinery leadership teams. Reports audit results and corrective actions clearly and accurately. Evaluates draft findings against relevant expectations; revises as needed for quality, accuracy, and consistency. Prioritizes audit findings and communicates findings to appropriate level of management based on significance. Evaluates corrective action plans for suitability and negotiates changes with site environmental professionals. Tracks corrective action status and verifies completion.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required. Professional engineer license and Environmental Health and Safety auditor certification preferred. Ten years engineering experience in refining or petrochemical industry required. Strong working knowledge of refinery operations, environmental regulations including air, water, waste, and transportation required. Effective working knowledge of refinery processes and pollutant control technology. Proven written and oral communication skills required. Self-motivated and able to work on multiple tasks with strict deadlines.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Manager - Environmental Audit

Plant Environmental Coord III - I
Lawrenceburg, IN

Optimize environmental processes within the assigned power generating facilities of the Fossil and Hydro organization. Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations. The Plant Environmental Coordinator II will normally be the facility point of contact for environmental issues and, as needed or assigned, for industrial hygiene issues. Potential cost of noncompliance is significant.
Ensure compliance with all environmental regulations applicable to the plant for operation and maintenance. As applicable, recommendations will be made to plant management directed at ensuring compliance with company policies and state and federal environmental regulations through guidelines and procedures as well as actively leading, facilitating and coordinating work activities of others to complete routine required activities. This includes, where needed, actively working with plant personnel to assure environmental compliance when any modifications to the physical plant or operating procedures are planned or undertaken.
Provide day-to-day interfacing, as needed, with the applicable AEP Environmental Services sections, Safety and Health Section, Regional Engineering and Engineering sections to assure compliance with environmental regulations.
Coordinate, as required, regulatory reporting to environmental agencies; ensure that regulatory notifications are made as needed to environmental agencies for any releases and upset conditions; monitor the implementation of operations and maintenance procedures for plant environmental control equipment (CEMS, WWTFs, ESPs, etc.) and identify, clarify, resolve and initiate solutions to complex problems encountered; use cost effective strategies and productivity improvement methods in all applicable duties; and serve as needed as the focal point for regulatory agencies.
Work, as required, with the Plant Industrial Hygiene Coordinator (PIHC) assigned to common facilities to effectively implement AEP IH policies and OSHA regulations. Coordinate compliance program implementation that integrates Env and IH disciplines with the PIHC.
As assigned, optimize reduction efforts for NOx, SO2, Hg, CO2 and other regulated air emissions to ensure compliance with impending and current regulations.
Coordinate and/or provide, as needed, required and appropriate environmental training of employees with a thorough understanding of training elements.
Participate in planning and implementing community based and other civic programs involving environmental matters (e.g., earth day activities, environmental events at schools and other similar activities).
Assist with economic analysis of environmental compliance and industrial hygiene projects.
Assure safety of environmental compliance activities.
This position would have responsibility for the Lawrenceburg, Greenville and Mone Plants.
Minimum Requirements
BS in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering or other applicable Science Field.
Plant Environmental Coord III
Two years experience in environmental field/profession or equivalent education and experience.*
Plant Environmental Coord II
Five years experience in plant operations and/or environmental program implementation or equivalent education and experience.*
Plant Enviromental Coord I
Eight years experience in plant operations and/or environmental program implementation or equivalent education and experience. *
* - Advanced degree may provide credit for part of the experience requirement if in an applicable field.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Plant Environmental Coord III - I

Refinery Process Safety Manager
DELAWARE CITY, DE US

Evaluates events and operational results and responds with Valero policies, procedures, revisions, and training recommendation. Directs development, implementation, review, audit, and revision of the Process Safety, Risk Management, and Voluntary Protection programs. Manages and coordinates the ongoing maintenance of all PSM, Risk Management, and Voluntary Protection program elements including: Employee Participation Plans, Written Operating Procedures, Training and Documentation, Contractor Requirements, Pre-startup Safety Review, Management of Change, Incident Investigation, Compliance Audit, Trade Secrets, and VPP Annual Evaluation. Monitors compliance progress and encourages timely completion of requirements. Provides leadership and guidance for federal and state PSM, RMP, and VPP program elements to ensure compliance with the elements and consistency throughout the refinery.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering required. Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree preferred. Minimum ten years of experience in a refinery with strong safety experience or exposure required. Practical and working knowledge of the OSHA, PSM and EPA, RM regulations is required. Good organizational and writing skills necessary. Working knowledge of Microsoft software required.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Refinery Process Safety Manager

Lead Compliance Analyst
Pittsfield, MA

Berkshire Gas, an Energy East Company, is looking for a Lead Analyst - Compliance for its Pittsfield location. JOB SUMMARY: In this role, you will establish, administer and monitor company-wide standards, permits and procedures, within area of expertise, to minimize risk and ensure compliance with environmental and safety areas as it relates to their regulatory and legal requirements. Generally you will specialize and focus on environmental, occupational health or safety. You will provide specialized technical expertise, training and support for the elimination of hazards and prevention of injuries, permitting and licensing. You will also provide assistance to affiliate companies. MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Manages high risk projects and incidences including the Company’s contaminated sites, accidents, and injuries. Responsibilities include coordinating/overseeing contractors and consultants, negotiating contract bids and managing project costs. Interfaces with the appropriate regulatory agencies, minimizing Corporate risks and public liabilities. • Prepares complex license and environmental permit applications and compliance filings, which meet applicable regulatory requirements within established internal and regulatory deadlines. Performs final check of filings prior to agency submittal. Manages the regulatory process to completion. • Develops Corporate compliance programs, including safety, industrial hygiene, and/or environmental procedures that minimize risks, specify appropriate personal protective equipment and safe work procedures. Serves as the Company’s primary technical expert in the area of safety, industrial hygiene, and/or environmental matters. • Schedule and conducts worker safety training both in house and in the field. Conducts of crew, contractor. Produces reports and enforces all regulations • Leads Root Cause accident and incident investigations and provides executive level reports. • Chairs company safety committee comprised of management and union personnel, sets direction, manages action items through input or assistance through other Departments and staff. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Required Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental, or related field. Associates degree with significant experience may be substituted. Experience/Training: • At least 7 years of experience with safety, industrial hygiene, and/or environmental regulations. • Thorough working knowledge of Federal and Sate governmental laws, codes and regulations related to safety, industrial hygiene, and/or environmental matters, with special emphasis on OSHA compliance, Hazardous Waste, and/or uncontrolled hazardous waste sites. Certifications: • Depending on area of expertise a Registered Professional Engineer. Skills/Abilities: • Excellent verbal and written communications skills. • Able to work independently, excise considerable judgment and decision-making. • Able to direct outside consultants and evaluate their progress. • Strong training and organizational and negotiation skills. • Able to work under tight deadlines with changing priorities. ABOUT BERKSHIRE GAS Serving the energy needs of western Massachusetts for more than 150 years, Berkshire Gas has built its business on a solid foundation of service and innovation. A truly progressive utility company, Berkshire Gas provides natural gas service to more than 36,000 customers. Energy East Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a respected super regional energy services and delivery company that our customers can depend upon every day. We are a motivated and skilled team of professionals dedicated to creating shareholder value through our focus on profitable growth, operational excellence and strong customer partnerships. Learn more about our organization at http://www.energyeast.com. Energy East is an equal opportunity employer and encourages men and women, members of all racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

To apply for this position, please apply online at www.energyeastjobs.com. Search by job 2601 in Pittsfield, MA.

Sr. Environmental Engineer
MEMPHIS, TN US

Ensure the Refinery complies with the Environmental Protection Agency’s rules and regulations.
Ensure the handling and disposal of hazardous and solid waste are accomplished within Environmental Protection Agency’s rules and regulations. Ensure Refinery compliance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, National Emissions Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants, Air Quality Standards established by Environmental Protection Agency, and guidelines established by the Department of Transportation for training and shipping/handling products. Collecting samples of various products/waste in the Refinery as dictated by the various environmental programs. Completion of reports for state and federal Regulatory Agencies and maintaining the appropriate documentation. Conduct weekly and monthly Plant inspections to ensure compliance with all Regulatory Agencies, including tank seal inspections. Responsible for the recycling of metal in the Refinery. Responsible for all corrective actions and testing related to ground water issues. Perform all duties following safety guidelines established by the Refinery.
Requirements
B.S. degree Engineering or related Science degree is required. A minimum of five years environmental engineering experience required.

For the complete job listing and how to apply go to: Sr. Environmental Engineer

PLANNER I AND II (ENERGY FACILITY SITING)
Sacramento, CA

The Planner I (Energy Facility Siting) is the full journeyperson level. Under direction, incumbents independently perform the more responsible, varied, difficult and complex facility siting projects; or serve as a team leader on less complex projects or coordinate the efforts of subordinate staff members on larger siting projects. The Planner II (Energy Facility Siting)either acts as working team leader or as lead person over a group of specialists or on the most complex projects, works independently as a subject-matter expert to formulate and develop solutions to extremely difficult problems. Generally, incumbents in this latter capacity have strong “leadership” roles and are called upon to coordinate the efforts of other analysts or researchers on siting projects.

We are currently testing for these positions, if interested you can view the examination bulletins at http://www.energy.ca.gov/careers/index.html. You can download the exam bulletin and application from the above website. If you have questions regarding the bulletins please call (916) 653-6532.

ENERGY COMMISSION SPECIALIST II, III (FO, TED)
Sacramento, CA

The Energy Commission Specialist II and III are characdterized by incumbents independently performing more complex, sensitive and responsible energy-related work in the areas of Forecasting and Technology, Evaluation and Development. The work at these levels requires on a regular basis a high level of knowledge, skills, and ability. Incumbents usually possess technical expertise in one or more energy-related fields. We are currently testing for many of these positions. If interested you can view the examiantion bulletin at http://www.energy.ca.gov/career/index.html. If you have questions about the examinations, please call (916) 653-6532.

Go to the Commission's website listed above and download an examination bulletin and State application.

ENERGY COMMISSION SPECIALIST I, (FO, EFF, TED)
Sacramento, CA

The Energy Commission Specialist I is characterized by incumbents independently performing more complex, sensitive and responsible energy-related work in the areas of Forecasting, Efficiency, and Technology, Evaluation and Development. The work at this level requires on a regular basis a high level of knowledge, skill, and ability. Incumbents usually possess technical expertise in one or more energy-related fields. We are currently testing for many of these positions, If interested you can view the examination bulletin at http://www.energy.ca.gov/careers/index.html. If you have questions about the examination, please call (916) 653-6532.

Go to the Commission's website listed above and download the examination bulletin and state application.

ENERGY COMMISSION SUPERVISOR II (FO, EFF, TED)
Sacramento, CA

The Energy Commission Supervisor II is responsible for the supervision of professional complex technical duties in the areas of forecasting, efficiency, and technology, evaluation and development. We are currently testing for these positions. If interested you can view the examination bulletins at http://www.energy.ca.gov/careers/index.html. If you have questions regarding the bulletins please call (916) 653-6532.

Go to the Commission's website listed above. Download the exam bulletin and the state application.

ASSOCIATE ENERGY SPECIALIST (FO, EFF, TED)
Sacramento, CA

The Associate Energy Specialist is a full journeyperson level position. Incumbents independently perform responsible, varied and complex technical and analytical work in the areas of Forecasting, Efficiency, and Technology, Evaluation and Development. We are currently testing for these positions, if interested you can view the examination bulletins at http://www.energy.ca.gov/Careers/index.html. If you have questions regarding the bulletins please call (916) 653-6532.

Go to the Commission's website listed above and download the examination bulletin, and the State application.