Senior Environmental Specialist - Los Angeles, United States - Socalgas

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Alternate Posting Locations
Gas Co Tower-0898
Job Title
Job Description
About Us
At SoCalGas, we believe that every Californian deserves a resilient energy future.

We are working to achieve that future by empowering California to reach its sustainability goals through innovation, collaboration, and decarbonization.

As our state's energy needs change, we will be there providing reliable energy that is clean, safe, and affordable to our 22 million customers.

In addition to helping shape the future of hydrogen technology and clean energy, as an employee of SoCalGas you'll also enjoy an aggressive total compensation plan, multiple upward mobility opportunities and the ability to find a true work life balance.

We also strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting top talent and maintaining a diverse workforce.

To discover more about how rewarding it is to work here, we invite you to visit these pages on our website:

Our Mission

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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Sustainability

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In the Community

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Employee Benefits

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Join SoCalGas today to share in our mission to build the cleanest, safest, and most innovative energy company in America
Primary Purpose
Provides a high level of environmental expertise to internal clients, peers and all levels of management. Manages multiple specific discipline projects. Conducts and oversees complex analysis of the potential effects of existing and proposed company operations on the environment. Advocates the company position at government agencies to provide flexibility to company operations in meeting environmental requirements.

Routinely, identifies, analyzes and interprets regulatory requirements affecting company operations in order to develop - Strategies to mitigate the impact to company operations, - Advocacy packages for use in lobbying company positions, - Compliance programs/procedures/tools to ensure compliant operations Strategic plans to support business objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares permit applications, standard practices, guidance documents and training materials. Communicates regulatory and program changes and provides training to operating groups.
Acts as a project leader for multiple complex environmental projects. Develops contracts for and manages the work of consultants on, specialized environmental projects.

Responsible for developing and analyzing environmental data in several disciplines including identifying, analyzing, interpreting and negotiating regulatory agency requirements, proposed legislation, regulations and standards affecting company operations.

Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).
$ $144900 / year
Full Time - Part Time
Full-time
Posting End Date
May 7, 2024
$96,600.00
Mid-Point
$120,750.00
$144,900.00
Total Rewards Philosophy
SoCalGas strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.
SoCalGas offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as other merit-based recognition.

Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

Work Schedule


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Work a combination of onsite and remote days each week, typically 3 days per week onsite.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in environmental, engineering, urban planning, geography, landscape architecture, science, biology or related equivalent certifications is Required.
Equivalent work experience or training in an environmental discipline may be substituted for the degree.
Experience

Experience in dealing with utility energy issues at state and federal levels is desirable is Preferred.
5 years of environmental experience is Preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Requires a detailed knowledge of related environmental or scientific disciplines.

Must have advanced project management and leadership skills and be extremely detailed in; identifying, analyzing, and evaluating all potential financial, environmental and operational impacts of projects and regulations on company operations.

Requires the ability to anticipate and/or recognize complex problems and propose innovative and strategic solutions using the most current physical and environmental planning concepts and technologies.

Excellent organization, oral, written, communication and public speaking skills are required.
Strong interpersonal skills as well as tact and diplomacy in dealing with consultants and regulatory agencies are required.
Must be proficient with computer technology (related to technical area) and be able to work with minimum supervision.
SoCalGas offers a comprehensive benefits program to help support employees both personally and professionally.

These benefits include, but are not limited to:
Medical, dental, and vision packages (plus free Mental Health resources/sessions)
401K company match & Company provided Pension Plan
Wellness Programs/Classes
Tuition/Education Reimbursement
Career Development Tools & Resources through SoCalGas University

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