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Senior Manager - Environmental Science and Compliance
Job Function
Environmental Science and Compliance
Develops and implements programs to ensure environmental regulatory obligations are fulfilled in a cost-effective manner and that environmental risks are effectively managed. May work in designated specialty areas including compliance, environmental engineering, wildlife biology, fisheries, archaeology, and ecology.
Career Level
M3 - Senior Manager
Provides leadership to managers and/or professional staff. Accountable for environmental compliance and permitting performance for generation facilities and other company locations. Develops departmental plans aligned with business, production, organizational priorities, compliance, and quality objectives. Decision-making is guided by department and district objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Manage teams of environmental science professionals responsible for complex, multimedia environmental compliance, permits, and licenses supporting PGE operations
Support regulatory strategy, OPUC reporting, and reporting to multiple regulatory agencies
Provide leadership for projects, including setting priorities and goals
Ensure efficient use of resources and implement strategies to address resource gaps
Control project costs and ensure expenditures remain within approved budgets
Communicate project status, risks, and issues to all levels of PGE management
Ensure delivery of high-quality work products and achievement of project and program goals
Oversee Environmental Services projects and activities supporting company programs and policies
Maintain technical expertise in air quality, water quality, and site compliance laws and regulations
Monitor and apply current and emerging regulatory trends, agency guidance, tools, and industry best practices
Implement improvements to organizational structure, staffing, work processes, technology, and performance systems
Functional Leadership
Apply comprehensive functional and industry knowledge to resolve complex, multi-dimensional business problems
Exercise delegated authority over planning, direction, and execution of functional programs
Establish and maintain relationships with internal leadership, government agencies, and industry experts to achieve program objectives
Financial Management
Set strategy and develop plans, policies, and processes for budgeting, accounting, and cost recovery
Define and manage cost and charging models
Set, negotiate, approve, and manage departmental budgets and financial targets
Ensure adequate funding to meet departmental objectives and strategic plans
Resourcing
Oversee workforce planning and resource strategy across multiple departments
Ensure availability of skilled resources to meet service delivery and departmental goals
Integrate workforce planning with strategic human resource plans
Responsible for recruitment, development, and demand forecasting across departments
Professional Development
Identify organizational development needs aligned with business and strategic priorities
Develop and implement strategies to achieve organizational change
Monitor progress and evaluate business benefits achieved
Education, Experience, and Certifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, geology, environmental science, or a closely related field required
Master's degree preferred, or equivalent experience
Experience
Typically 20+ years of experience in multi-disciplinary environmental science or environmental engineering
Federal and state environmental compliance experience
Strong knowledge of air quality regulations and compliance
Prior management experience required
Certifications, Licenses, and Training
Professional license or certification preferred
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
Functional Competencies
Expert knowledge of an environmental specialty area
Expert knowledge and skill in multimedia environmental compliance, quality control, data analysis, and reporting
Expert knowledge of corporate environmental policies and objectives
Expert knowledge of electrical generation facilities and the utility industry
Expert knowledge of applicable technical processes and procedures
Expert knowledge of quality assurance and quality control processes
Expert knowledge of state and federal environmental laws and regulations
Advanced knowledge of operations planning and budgeting
Advanced technical writing skills
Advanced public speaking and presentation skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, and ability to learn additional software as needed
General Competencies
Expert stakeholder management skills
Expert analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Advanced business acumen
Expert conflict management and decision-making skills
Advanced delegation, organization, and prioritization skills
Expert project management skills
Advanced written and oral communication skills
Senior Leader Practices
Drives Vision and Purpose
Business Insight
Strategic Mindset
Develops Talent
Manages Ambiguity
Physical and Cognitive Demands
Cognitive Level: Substantial
Consistent use of logic and scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Cognitive Abilities Include:
Ability to meet deadlines and time-sensitive requirements
Ability to follow accuracy standards and complete tasks through decision-making
Ability to collaborate effectively in team environments
Ability to communicate and problem-solve under stress
Ability to adapt to frequent change
Ability to accept feedback, demonstrate self-awareness, and apply learning to future work
Ability to process and retain new information
Schedule and Attendance
Ability to work long hours and variable schedules
Ability to work on-call and shift schedules as required
Ability to report to work during severe inclement weather
Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for full-time, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance
Physical Capabilities
Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)
Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10 lbs.
Carrying: Up to 10 lbs.
Environment - Indoor/Outdoor (check all that apply):
Office
Compensation Range:
$143,780.00 - $267,020.00
Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.
PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here (https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511) .
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