PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION: PEC Headquarters - 201 S Ave F, Johnson City, TX 78636

Hybrid Work Options Available

$104,720.00 Minimum Starting Base Pay* + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits

*Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Position Summary

This position provides guidance to the Cooperative in the areas of environmental compliance, regulation, training and policy development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with federal, state and local environmental regulations, policies and permitting requirements throughout the Cooperative
Oversee data and compliance report filing, policy deployment and mitigation recommendations for compliance adherence
Prepare permit applications for regulatory agencies
Provide environmental training and education to enhance knowledge of environmental laws, regulations and topics
Develop and maintain relationships with key internal stakeholders with the incorporation of environmental implementation strategies
Review proposed regulations and agency guidance to assess the potential organizational impact
Analyze environmental information, manage risks and recommend strategic decisions that have cross-functional impact
Support development of the Cooperative's position and response on proposed regulations and environmental issues
Develop and maintain environmental strategies and plans, i.e., an EP, EMP, HCP, APP, P2P, SPCC/SWPPP's
Ensure compliance with the federal, state and local laws, and regulations, i.e., CWA, EPA, ESA, MBTA, NHPA, NEPA, RCRA, TAC, etc.
Facilitate compliance with all regulatory environmental standards and guidelines through internal controls, recordkeeping, documentation and training
Serve as the point of contact for any internal environmental incidents or releases

Serve as liaison with federal, state and local environmental agencies on behalf of the Cooperative and participate in issue resolution
Represent the Cooperative before environmental regulatory agencies dealing with regulatory issues such as permit negotiations, compliance issues and environmental rulemaking
Respond to hazardous material complaints, spills and releases
Support Emergency Coordinator during storm conditions
Benchmark environmental best practices to ensure continuous improvement in the Cooperative's environmental performance
Contribute to development of the Environmental Services Department's strategic plan and major initiatives
Provide training on methods and procedures of compliance, clean-up and mitigation
Supervise the work of office, administrative or customer service employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems
Provide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems and in resolving escalated complaints or disputes
Implement corporate and departmental policies, procedures and service standards in conjunction with management
Discuss job performance problems with employees to identify causes and issues and work to resolve problems
Teach and instruct employees in job duties and company policies or arrange for training to be provided

Evaluate employees' job performance and conformance to regulations and recommend appropriate personnel action
Recruit, instruct and supervise subordinates
Interpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to staff
Develop and review operating procedures
Develop and manage department budget
Establish work priorities and activities
Recommend promotions, transfers, hires and other disciplinary action
Establish metrics and prepare monthly reports
Coordinate activities with other departments
Prepare and present Environmental Services Department updates for executive management, Board of Directors Committees and Board of Directors meetings
Maintain the security of confidential information
Stay abreast of advances in technology
Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities

A full range of managerial activities, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for termination. This includes, but is not limited to, effectively communicating organizational policies and other information to subordinates, ensuring that employees have a clear understanding of their responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of business and management principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques and budgeting
Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations that affect the environment
Skilled in monitoring and managing performance
Skilled in establishing and communicating performance expectations and metrics
Skilled in time management
Skilled in preparing and conduction presentations
Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
Skilled in anticipating, identifying, analyzing and resolving conflict and problems
Skilled in negotiation techniques
Ability to detect non-compliance conditions and secure corrective action
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing

Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)

Bachelor's degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science or related field
Master's degree preferred
Directly related environmental work experience may substitute for education
Ten years of experience in environmental field
Five years of supervisory experience
Valid Driver's License

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel
The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
The employee may be exposed to inclement weather and hazardous conditions
The employee may be required to traverse all types of terrain
This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week
The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 25 pounds
The employee may be required to travel
Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.

Position Open Until Filled

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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