Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
Description
Job Title: Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist
Reports To: Environmental Director
Location: Carlsbad, NM
OVERVIEW
The Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist works with the Environmental Director and operations management to develop and execute permitting strategies to support IPNM operations. The incumbent will work under general guidance from the Environmental Director and coordinate technical input from operations and outside consultants and lead teams to obtain the needed permits. Must be able to coordinate among technical, legal, regulatory and operational personnel at all levels in the organization. The skills required for this position include but are not limited to: leadership, analytical thinking and problem-solving, and attention to detail.
OVERVIEW
The Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist works with the Environmental Director and operations management to develop and execute permitting strategies to support IPNM operations. The incumbent will work under general guidance from the Environmental Director and coordinate technical input from operations and outside consultants and lead teams to obtain the needed permits. Must be able to coordinate among technical, legal, regulatory and operational personnel at all levels in the organization. The skills required for this position include but are not limited to: leadership, analytical thinking and problem-solving, and attention to detail.
JOB DUTIES
- Communicate effectively with regulatory agencies at the federal and state level.
- Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with regulatory agencies.
- Work with operations and management personnel to understand operating needs and how that intersects with regulatory requirements.
- Determine permits needed to implement operating needs.
- Prepare permitting strategies for obtaining needed permits.
- Supervise and coordinate contractors performing field work and preparing permit application documents.
- Manage technical contracts.
- Assist operations with implementation of best practice operational controls for environmental compliance.
- Assist with preparation and review of permit documents.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in earth science or engineering.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in environmental including 3 years experience in permitting with state and federal regulatory agencies.
- Proficient in reading, analyzing and interpreting scientific data and information.
- Good communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite including: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel required.
- Valid driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in a mining and/or heavy manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of NEPA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and federal land management agency regulations.
OPPORTUNITIES
- Medical plans with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance and vision insurance.
- 401(K) with immediate vesting and generous employer match.
- Work-life balance with family-friendly work schedules.
- Opportunity to grow within the organization.
- Standard 9/80 work schedule subject to business needs.
- Principally office based, but work environment will vary from office to remote field locations.
- Noise levels will vary with work environment.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) required in certain areas.
- Some travel required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The position is primarily office based with some field time, including time in a heavy industrial environment. Standing, walking, using hands, reaching with hands, climbing and stooping depending on the task. Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. Typical noise levels vary from low to high (ex: business office, industrial and construction sites)
The successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-placement physical and drug test. Placement into the position will not be made until the results are received and cleared by Intrepid.
ABOUT US
Intrepid is an entrepreneurial organization committed to developing unique and environmentally sound ways of extracting minerals of global importance to multiple industries. While our legacy potassium products hold a strong reputation in the agriculture and feed industries, the expansion of our water, brine and other solutions contributes to the oil and gas industries to support energy resources. This diversification of products and customers expands our growth
Intrepid is an entrepreneurial organization committed to developing unique and environmentally sound ways of extracting minerals of global importance to multiple industries. While our legacy potassium products hold a strong reputation in the agriculture and feed industries, the expansion of our water, brine and other solutions contributes to the oil and gas industries to support energy resources. This diversification of products and customers expands our growth
and impact beyond yesterday’s needs. Working at Intrepid, you will experience a commitment to teamwork and growth in every role and experience.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.