Job Posting End Date 05-21-2024 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary Exhibits journey level proficiency plus advanced knowledge that enables the specialist to serve as a leader within the assigned organization. Works in a team environment to provide environmental permitting and compliance support to a variety of company facilities, including power generating stations, electric transmission and distribution facilities, service centers, office buildings and other AEP regulated and commercial business operations. Engages in regulatory development activities, as well as research and development related to environmental regulatory compliance. Job Description ORGANIZATION: Environmental Services DEPARTMENT: Project Environmental Permit Management (PEPM) FOCUS: coverage in the AEP's service territory in OK/TX/LA/AR. Some existing projects are in Transmission in various stages of development and completion in this region, as well as supporting Distribution and Telecom needs. Work Designation -- remote preferably in AEP's service territory in OK/TX/LA/AR. Other municipalities/locales in these states may be considered related to payroll, tax and benefits. Based on education, experience and interview, this opportunity will be filled commensurately in the Environmental Specialist job family: Environmental Specialist Principal (grade 8) Environmental Specialist Sr. (grade 7) = bachelor's degree six (6) years of experience ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS are listed below: - Coordinates and performs multiple and complex environmental compliance and support activities such as permit negotiation, policy development, comment packages on draft permits and regulations, and complex/advanced data analysis, facility compliance reviews, vendor compliance audits, scientific/analytical investigation. - Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within the group or those external to the company (e.g., consultants) as required to perform compliance work. - Interprets regulations and codes in the context of complex compliance situations. - Actively participates in development of regulations and standards, including participation in professional and business environmental regulatory organizations. - Coordinates and conducts training sessions. - Assists in conducting research studies, consistently looking for and developing opportunities and presenting new ideas and approaches. - Identifies and initiates appropriate corrective action when objectives are not being met. - Develops, reviews or prepares reports on complex technical subjects clearly, concisely and effectively, in a manner suitable for presentation to management, professional societies, regulatory bodies, etc. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Education requirements are listed below: Bachelor's degree (environmental science, biology, chemistry, natural resources, or ecology or related field) Work Experience requirement listed below: Minimum of six (6) years of environmental experience. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required. Travel requirements are expected 10-25% of the time Physical demand level is Sedentary 1. Individuals with a Master's or Doctorate degree may be considered for entry into the organization at this level. 2. Registration in recognized associations and organizations for environmental professionals is encouraged. 3. 40 hours per week with some overtime required. 4. Periodic travel required. INITIAL POSITION / BASE SALARY FUNDING: ($83,413 - $122,491). In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, etc. #LI-REMOTE Compensation Data Compensation Grade: SP20-007 Compensation Range: $83,413.00-104,267.50 USD Candidates will be considered based on their qualifications and the candidate’s ability to work from an approved work location. Although the location is flexible, AEP does not have a presence in all states and localities. The following locations are NOT currently approved for this position: AK, CA, CO, CT, DE, HI, IA, ID, KS, MA, ME, MS, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WY, US Territories or international work locations. AEP will consider qualified candidates who are willing to relocate to an approved work location, at the candidate’s expense, provided the relocation can be completed within a timeframe that meets AEP’s staffing needs. NOTE: All remote work locations require vetting and final approval prior to offer and/or start date. Any work locations listed as preferred or unapproved relate specifically to the requirements for this position and are not necessarily applicable to other posted positions. Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one. 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