Environmental Specialist I

Dairyland Power Cooperative • La Crosse, WI

16d • $29 - $43

About The Position

Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do? Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs. As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development. PURPOSE: Under minimal supervision, perform transmission-related environmental compliance tasks in accordance with industry standards and applicable state and local regulatory frameworks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in earth sciences (such as biology, soils, botany, forestry, wildlife), natural resource management, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience is required. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels, both internally and externally.
• Basic skills in map reading, soils/agriculture, wetland characterization, vegetation identification, and wildlife management.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to acquire relevant environmental certifications in Dairyland’s service territory.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ArcGIS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and submission of regulatory and environmental permits, siting studies, applications, and reports for transmission, substation, and communication projects.
• Maintain effective communication with state and federal agencies to monitor the progress of applications and agency actions.
• Support the collection and submission of environmental data for proposed transmission, substation, and communication projects.
• Ensure data accuracy for internal use and regulatory applications.
• Maintain appropriate records relating to environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with appropriate staff to ensure all project documentation is complete and satisfies all regulatory compliance obligations.
• Provide field support for environmental permitting and compliance monitoring related to Dairyland’s power supply facilities and power delivery projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Regulatory Affairs Department.

Benefits

• Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability)
• Life insurance
• Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Robust Wellness Program
• New Flexible Work Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• So much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level