Environmental Compliance Specialist

Summit Utilities, Inc. seeks an Environmental Compliance Specialist based in Maumelle, AR. The role involves managing environmental compliance for multi-state projects, coordinating with third-party consultants, preparing compliance reports, conducting audits and inspections, and providing training. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in biology or environmental science and 0 to 5+ years of relevant experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

Summit is a growing natural gas utility providing safe, reliable, and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing ourselves to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers, and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Compliance Specialist based in Maumelle, AR.

Position Summary

The Environmental Compliance Specialist is responsible for executing environmental policies and procedures for Summit Utilities natural gas distribution projects and facilities to assure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations while effectively managing Company’s environmental risk.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities
• Manage environmental compliance for Company facilities and construction projects across a multi-state territory.
• Coordinate the scheduling, direct the workflow, and review/QC the findings and reports of third-party environmental consultants who perform project environmental permitting.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of compliance reports and ensure on-time project completion.
• Interpret regulations and assist in the development of Company guidelines for environmental compliance.
• Conduct or assist in environmental audits of Company facilities.
• Conduct and document routine worksite inspections to identify compliance and recommend improvements.
• Participate in and document regulatory agency site inspections.
• Evaluate test results, laboratory data, and/or procedures for compliance with applicable environmental regulations.
• Plan and supervise assessment, remediation, air, waste, and water projects upon request.
• Coordinate or conduct training on a variety of subjects relating to environmental compliance.
• Assist with integrated vegetation management (IVM) implementation on pipeline rights-of way (ROW).
• Reports directly to the Environmental Programs Manager and provides additional environmental project support, as necessary.

Education And Work Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in biology or environmental science related studies
• 0 to 5+ years of environmental compliance and permitting required.
• Experience in the energy or construction industry or related field is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Be detail oriented and demonstrate analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to develop strong relationships with all levels of employees to effectively introduce and drive program success.
• Maintain accurate environmental records database(s) to ensure timely response for various internal/external data requests.
• Able to take initiative to reason and exercise independent judgment and discretion in dealing with a variety of individuals and situations.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information, work effectively under pressure, and practice efficient time management.
• Able to demonstrate and apply operational knowledge of natural gas utility industry.
• Able to demonstrate and apply knowledge of environmental regulations and how they relate to work performed by multiple Business Units.
• Ability to use personal computers with experience in software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities and deadlines.
• Manage environmental documentation in accordance with record retention requirements.
• Able to demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills necessary to deal with internal and external parties in person and on the telephone.
• Able to travel out of town, occasionally overnight, for meetings, audits, conferences, etc.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.