Environmental Analyst III/IV - Waste Compliance at Xcel Energy

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow?  A  position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

This position requires you to work from an assigned Xcel Energy location on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with the option to work from home, on Mondays and Fridays.

**This is subject to change based on the business unit.**

Position Summary
 

Xcel Energy is seeking to fill an Environmental Analyst III/IV position to be located in Minneapolis, MN. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementation of the NSP Region’s RCRA regulated waste compliance program and the PCB Management program. The successful candidate will also have a working knowledge of RCRA, TSCA and DOT Hazardous Materials compliance programs. The position will provide compliance support to Xcel Energy facilities with the NSP service territory.

Designs, implements, and administers broad environmental studies and compliance programs and is responsible for securing and renewing permits and licenses. Practices originality and ingenuity on relatively difficult and complex issues. Works under minimal supervision conferring primarily on unusual matters and has appreciable latitude for unreviewed actions and/or decisions. Occasionally participates on special work teams and may act as a coordinator or technical consultant on small projects. May occasionally be assisted by Environmental Analyst I and II personnel. Possesses and applies broad knowledge of environmental theories, principles, techniques and related work disciplines and applies it along with related work experience in completing difficult job assignments.

Preferred Experience

• The preferred candidate will have two or more years of experience with hazardous and/or industrial waste disposal, hazardous waste license and permit renewals, manifesting and shipping paper preparation, waste sampling, and other associated responsibilities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Development, maintenance, and enhancement of corporate-level compliance programs.

• Advise and support the north region’s generating facilities on Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste, Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), specific to polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) and Department of Transportation (DOT) hazardous materials compliance areas.

• Completion of site visits and provide technical guidance.

• Assist with waste shipments and pre-transportation activities for assigned facilities.

• Provide training, including input and updates to training lesson plans.

• Complete company licenses, permits and registrations.

• Review and comment on proposed RCRA and PCB regulations and represent the company nationally on related issues as requested.

• Serve as backup operation and compliance support for the Chestnut Service Center Hazardous Waste Storage Facility.

• Designs and develops environmental procedures and programs designed to minimize deficiencies and ensure compliance with existing federal, state, and local regulations, licenses, and permits pertaining to environmental control at the corporation's facilities. (Major areas may include air, water quality, and land quality; liquid and solid waste disposal, above ground and underground storage tanks, radiation, emergency plans, DOT compliance with pipeline and transportation and FAA safety regulations.)

• Designs and administers studies and monitoring programs. Conducts research and prepares and/or reviews data required to support permit applications, regulatory reports, management plans and performance indicators.

• Prepares technical reports and permit applications based on the interpretation of data, observations, and current regulations.

• Performs in-depth environmental reviews and inspections to facilitate compliance with applicable regulations. Conducts environmental assessment of sites and facilities to minimize corporate risk and liability.

• Provides technical guidance and formal regulatory required and requested environmental training and guidance to facility personnel and outside contractors to promote environmental compliance.

• As requested, reviews and comments on proposed new regulations and legislation as to its potential impact on each business unit. Once adopted, assist facilities in any modifications to procedures, processes or operation to come into compliance.

• Assists with budget preparation and works to implement programs within budget, time and regulatory constraints.

• Upon request, provides technical assistance to emergency incidents at facilities.

Environmental Analyst III - Salary: $61,500 - $87,500

Minimum Requirements

• BS/BA in environmental science, engineering, applied science, or related fields and four years of professional environmental related work experience.

• Note: An Associate college degree in areas of environmental or applied science and three years of progressive responsibilities in environmental related work experience may be substituted for the education portion of the requirement.

• The following additional advanced education in the field can be substituted for related work experience: MS/MA/MBA = 2 years; PhD/J.D. = 3 years.

Environmental Analyst IV - Salary: $69,700 - $99,100

Minimum Requirements

• BS/BA in environmental science, engineering, applied science, or related fields and six years of progressively more responsible environmental related work experience including, but not limited to environmental regulations, remedial procedures, audit procedures, and power generation processes.

• Demonstrated skills in technical writing, verbal communication, and negotiations.

• Note: An Associate college degree in areas of environmental or applied science and three years of progressive responsibilities in related work experience may be substituted for the education requirement.

• The following additional advanced education in the field can be substituted for related work experience: MS/MA/MBA = 2 years; PhD/J.D. = 3 years.

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $61,500.00 to $99,100.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

Deadline to Apply: 10/18/24

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