Environmental Specialist/Engineer (II or III)

Minnkota Power Cooperative•Grand Forks, ND

8d•$95,200 - $106,500•Onsite

About The Position

Minnkota Power Cooperative is hiring an Environmental Specialist/Engineer at level II or III at its headquarters in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The position independently applies knowledge and skills across multiple environmental practice areas, which may include spill prevention, control and countermeasure; NEPA; TSCA; EPCRA; the Clean Air Act; the Clean Water Act; RCRA; and other assigned environmental programs. It handles complex and varied compliance activities, regulatory reporting, permitting, and related duties, and advises internal stakeholders on best practices and compliance obligations while evaluating and mitigating environmental impacts of company activities. The position coordinates environmental programs and projects, monitors regulatory changes, assesses their effects on company obligations, and manages compliance with permits and regulations. It also supports departmental reporting, budgets, training, safety, and process improvement. Level II salary begins at $95,200 annually; level III salary begins at $106,500 annually. Salary is determined by skills, education, and relevant experience.

Requirements

For Environmental Specialist qualifications: bachelor's degree in environmental science (such as chemistry, biology, or natural resources), environmental engineering, or a related field.
For Environmental Engineer qualifications: bachelor's degree in environmental engineering or an equivalent engineering degree.
Level II requires at least 2 years of related industry experience.
Level III requires at least 5 years of related industry experience.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Analyze and interpret environmental data; complete internal and external environmental reports.
Evaluate and correct non-compliance incidents; ensure timely and accurate regulatory reports and non-compliance notifications.
Manage and mitigate compliance risks and obtain necessary environmental permits.
Manage assigned environmental programs and ensure program requirements are met.
Monitor and interpret regulatory changes, assess their impacts, and communicate recommendations.
Interpret and implement regulations within assigned environmental program areas; analyze how new policies affect company compliance obligations.
Manage program compliance activities in accordance with permits and regulations.
Influence construction schedules as needed to achieve regulatory compliance; assist in procuring labor and materials.
Manage contractor schedules and deliverables; plan, coordinate, inspect, and quality-control contractor work.
Manage project records and closeout, and coordinate across departments, organizations, and vendors.
Develop weekly activity reports as requested, prepare environmental project budgets, and complete monthly capital project reports.
Develop reports and presentations; manage contractors’ operating budgets.
Participate in training and development courses and department and staff meetings.
Prepare and present environmental training for other departments; identify training needs to improve interdepartmental communication and program understanding.
Support, comply with, and recommend safety requirements, environmental compliance requirements, and process improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.