Environmental Coordinator

*This position could be located at our Headquarters in Anadarko or at our satellite office in Moore, Ok.*

This position will remain open until filled Apply on-line at www.wfec.com

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the EHS Supervisor, the Environmental Coordinator assists with the implementation of WFEC’s environmental compliance program, processes and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Assists in the implementation of WFEC’s environmental compliance processes and procedures. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable governmental rules, standards, regulations or requirements related to environmental compliance including but not limited to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Rural Utility Service (RUS), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and other state and federal agencies as needed. Assists with the development, implementation, documentation, and modification of operating procedures and processes to ensure that WFEC is compliant with all EPA, DEQ, RUS and FWS rules and regulations. Assists with development environmental studies and permitting specific to Transmission and Distribution construction projects. Assist with development of environmental studies and permitting issues specific to electric power generation. Assists with environmental audits, data gathering, analysis and reporting. Reviews and implements new environmental regulations as assigned. Evaluates and implements environmental equipment changes primarily related to monitoring. Facilitates execution of vendor work scopes and contractual requirements. Provides support both orally and in writing to operations personnel regarding the implementation of environmental compliance requirements. Identifies compliance issues requiring mitigation and assists with the development of mitigating procedures. Identifies and reports any actual or potential compliance violations. Uses computer software to gather, analyze, and present environmental data. Attends user group meetings and training as assigned. Obtain basic knowledge of applicable governmental rules, standards, regulations or requirements related to health and safety matters including but not limited to the Occupational Safety and Health Act or Administration (OSHA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC), and other federal and state agencies. Supports Safety & Security Coordinator with the preparation of reports for management review and government agencies as required. Supports Safety & Security Coordinator with on-site training and reporting. Supports other Environmental Health & Safety staff as assigned.

Education and Experience: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a related field and five (5) years of experience related to environmental compliance. Experience with electric power generation environmental issues and electrical transmission environmental issues is preferred Directly related experience may be substituted for education at the rate of two (2) years of experience for one (1) year of education.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical documents and procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of employees, managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Current driver’s license required.

WORK SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS: This job may require a work schedule in excess of a 40 hour week and travel on short notice.

MUST MEET ALL PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WFEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER

MINORITIES, FEMALES, DISABILITY, AND

VETS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

EOE/AA/M/F/DISABILITY/VETS