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Environmental Analyst - Southern Company
Forest Park, GA
Posted: Jun 20, 2023 02:53

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Environmental Analyst

Description

Environmental Analyst I, II or Sr.

This position may be filled as an analyst I, II or Sr. depending on educational background, experience, and qualifications. The position can be located in either Atlanta, GA or Forest Park, Ga.

Please Note: 3 to 5 years' experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: environmental compliance, contractor oversight, substation sampling and remediation

Job Summary:

Responsibilities include overseeing, communicating, and assisting with the implementation of remediation, emergency response, and waste related environmental programs, guidelines, and compliance strategies for company business units and facilities. This position has direct responsibility and oversight for manifesting, shipping and disposal of all waste generated through the spill response and substation remediation process. This position also provides feedback to contractor foreman on effectiveness of the implementation of contractual obligations. Position expected to interface with regulatory inspectors and the public as encountered during field activities.

Specifically, this position has direct oversight for contractors responsible for sample media collection affiliated with emergency spill response and substation remediation. Additional responsibilities include contract reviews, prepares reports, and communicates findings with clients, as well as training for applicable business units and assistance with Storm Emergency Restoration Preparation (SERP).

This position may be filled as an analyst I, II or Sr. depending on educational background, experience, and qualifications. The position can be located in either Atlanta, GA or Forest Park, Ga.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Familiarity with and/or ability to learn and interpret environmental regulations/requirements and company policies including Georgia Solid Waste Management, Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Georgia Hazardous Waste Management Act, Substation Sampling and Analysis Plan, and Emergency Spill Response

  • Manage contractors for the implementation of emergency spill response

  • Manage contractors for the implementation of substation remediation and retirement projects

  • Assist with substation intrusive sampling field activities

  • Manage network underground vault sampling and retirement program

  • Provide project schedules and direct invoice reconciliations

  • Maintain appropriate spill response supplies and equipment to assure timely response

  • Develop partnerships with all levels of business unit to ensure compliance with spill response and substation remediation

  • Provide accurate recording and reporting of technical and administrative data

  • Support the Company's environmental policies in all areas, including environmental stewardship initiatives.

Job Requirements:

  • Familiar with applicable environmental laws and regulations specifically related work experience in substations, spill clean-up, PCB and asbestos management preferred.

  • Basic knowledge of relevant state and federal environmental regulations, direct experience working with substation sampling, emergency response clean-up, and soil remediation.

  • Ability to synthesize technical information and communicate in a manner suitable for technical and non-technical personnel.

  • Ability to work with limited supervision and maintain a flexible schedule which may include non-traditional hours and travel.

  • Judgment skills necessary to make decisions based on procedural review with management.

  • Project and contract management including management of 3 rd party services providers

  • Familiar with GIS Mapping

  • Must exhibit and follow Our Values

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • BS or BA degree in a science related field preferred (i.e. geology, chemistry, environmental science, etc).

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • 3 to 5 years' experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: environmental compliance, contractor oversight, substation sampling and remediation

  • Experience in working with interdisciplinary teams.

. Experience with environmental regulations related to remediation and emergency response clean-up requirements.

. Experience working in substations

. Working knowledge of Distribution, Transmission, or Generation operations is a plus

. Experience in waste characterization, transport, and disposal, as well as emergency spill response and clean-up

. Professional License or Certification in related area is a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

  • Great oral and written communication skills and customer service skills.

  • Ability to prioritize and perform multiple assignments.

  • Field management skills including planning, scheduling, overseeing, communicating, and contractor guidance.

  • Proven ability to work with others to achieve common goals.

  • Good computer and technology skills.

  • Must utilize good judgment and decision-making skills to either involve leadership or make independent decisions, as appropriate

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

  • Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with company values - Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment.

  • Candidate must demonstrate, promote, and commit to Safety Excellence with safe work practices and recognize personal safety as well as coworkers' safety as primary importance.

  • Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.

  • Self-directed with strong initiative.

  • Desire and ability for continued career growth and upward potential.

Disclaimer:

This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is consistently recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Field: Environmental & Forestry

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Forest Park

Operating Company: Georgia Power Company

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 75 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

Airport Opr Hdqs - 112 Lake Mirror Road (112FORESTPARK)

112 Lake Mirror Road

Forest Park, 30297

Req ID: GPC2009669



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Southern Company

Forest Park, GA