Join the diverse and dynamic team that powers Michigan's largest energy provider and one of the nation's largest gas and electric combination utilities. Consumers Energy services 6.8 million of Michigan's 10 million residents - caring for our friends and neighbors in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We embrace a cleaner and leaner utility vision focused on eliminating energy waste and adding renewable energy from sources such as wind and solar.

Location:

The successful candidate will be expected to work in a hybrid status of reporting to Parnall in Jackson, Michigan every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday with home office flexibility on Wednesday and Friday.

We are looking for: Environmental Analyst

The Environmental Analyst conducts analysis through research, gathering and interpretation of data, development of environmental related data and policies to assess current processes and develop recommendations to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations. Presents analysis and recommendations to management and assists with implementation of selected process changes. Analyses include, but are not limited to, feasibility studies, cost/benefit analysis, trending/forecasting, compliance risks, budget analysis and reporting.

• Experience interpreting new and existing environmental laws & regulations applicable to utility operations and natural resource protection, including but not limited to Michigan’s Act 451 and applicable rules, Clean Water Act, and Endangered Species Act.
• Natural resource and wildlife permitting processes at the local, state, and federal level under all applicable environmental laws, rules, and regulations, including wetland, floodplain, soil erosion, and other similar permitting.
• Project management and oversight of utility projects and operations to ensure design, installation, operation, & maintenance meet regulatory requirements, minimize risks, improve sustainability, and maintain public respect.
• Experience in ArcOnline, ArcDesktop, and associated ESRI platforms (e.g., Survey 123, Collector, or Dashboard)
• Knowledge of utility operations
• Knowledge of utility business model
• Skill in problem-solving
• Skill in supervisory practices/application
• Skill in communicating both orally & in writing
• Ability to evaluate, select, and apply general environmental technology concepts & principles

The successful candidate will be expected to work in a hybrid status of reporting to the Parnall Office in Jackson every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday with home office flexibility on Wednesday and Friday.

We encourage you to apply if you have: an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered and reviewed.

• Bachelor’s Degree in environmental management, resource development, science or related field required
• 2 years relevant experience required

Preferred skills:

• Working knowledge of rulemaking at the state or federal level, including participation in public hearings and comment processes and overall policy development and implementation
• Established relationships with local, state and/or federal regulating agencies
• Experience in the utility industry, including knowledge of distribution and transmission systems, renewable energy development, and/or natural gas storage
• Experience in fisheries, wildlife, habitat management, and/or wetland delineation
Ability to create innovative GIS resources, including map books, shared templates, models, and mobile applications (e.g., Survey 123, Collector, Dashboard) to support environmental permit applications, field compliance, and risk evaluation

In this role, you will:

• Ensure that environmental data collection and reporting is carried out in accordance with company policy and state regulations
• Monitor operational processes and perform analysis
• Performs standard to moderately complex assignments
• Analyze and make recommendations to management regarding the budget
• Ensure data collection for internal and external reporting
• Performs tasks designed to resolve specific issues

Why should you join our team?

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 13 paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women’s Advisory Panel (WAP), Women’s Engineering Network (WEN), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capable, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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