Environmental Scientist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is required.
• Requires five (5) or more years of relevant experience.
• Ability to use engineering tools required for the job (i.e., computer, test equipment, etc.).
• Must possess the appropriate valid Arizona driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Level 1 – Associate: Requires up to two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Level 2 – Journey: Requires a minimum of two (2) years and less than five (5) years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure ongoing compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including air quality, water discharge, and waste management requirements.
• Monitor and manage air emissions, including CEMS (Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems), and support permit reporting for Pinal County and ADEQ.
• Oversee waste, water, stormwater management, and NPDES permitting compliance, including regular inspections and sampling.
• Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams in accordance with applicable standards, ensuring proper documentation and disposal.
• Prepare and submit timely and accurate environmental reports to regulatory agencies, including Title V reporting.
• Lead internal environmental audits and support third-party or agency inspections.
• Develop and maintain environmental compliance programs, including training for plant staff on best practices and regulatory updates.
• Act as the primary environmental liaison for several SRP Generating Stations, coordinating with regulatory agencies.
• Participate in incident investigations and support root cause analysis for environmental events or permit deviations.
• Track and interpret regulatory changes and assess impacts on plant operations, recommending necessary actions or changes.
• Support plant operations and maintenance teams with environmental permitting for equipment changes or upgrades.
• Maintain environmental records and data systems to ensure compliance and readiness for audits or inspections.
• Promote environmental stewardship and continuous improvement through sustainability initiatives and proactive compliance strategies.
• Employee must work safely and efficiently in the performance of their job duties.
• Must maintain effective working relationships with other employees, customers and the public.
• Must have the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and accurately and legibly complete applicable paperwork.
• May be required to work a reasonable amount of overtime.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Responsibly manage project budgets and schedules.
• Provide information, answers, and responsible solutions to support the reliable operation of the generating station.
• Represent SRP when contacting customers and outside agencies.
• Write specifications for contract with suppliers of equipment and services.
• Occasionally travel to suppliers facilities, industry organizational functions and SRP facilities.
• Work effectively with various organizational groups within SRP.

Benefits

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking