
Environmental Specialist
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
*This position is primarily located at the Georgia Power Corporate Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
Georgia Power is hiring an engineer or scientist with at least 5 years of experience for our Environmental Affairs Team based in Atlanta, Georgia. This role focuses on applying solid waste permitting and compliance strategies across our operations. We are looking for someone who is meticulous, curious, and eager to work in the coal combustion residuals (CCR) rule compliance space. You will work closely with our internal technical and regulatory teams as well as with third-party consultants, regulators, vendors, and industry experts.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Experience interpreting and applying regulations, solid waste permitting, Georgia Solid Waste rules, and CCR rule knowledge and experience are a plus.
- Maintain internal CCR guidance materials and train employees in best management practices.
- Complete reporting obligations to comply with the CCR rule.
- Obtaining CCR Solid Waste Permits, licenses, and certifications.
- Support CCR rule and CCR permit compliance at our facilities through site visits, file reviews, and review and use of Georgia Power’s Environmental Management System.
- Collaborate with our team to find and apply cost-effective environmental solutions.
JOB & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years working in solid waste, environmental consulting, or another environmental compliance field.
- Knowledge and demonstrated application of environmental laws and regulations.
- Strong writing and speaking skills.
- Ability to work with limited supervision and maintain a flexible schedule, including up to 25% travel.
- Skilled in problem-solving, project management, and mentoring and developing others.
- A degree in engineering or science (geology, biology, chemistry, environmental science, etc.) is preferred.
- Experience in Georgia with CCR Solid Waste Permitting or CCR Rule compliance is a plus.
BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
- Follow our core values of Safety, Inclusion, Integrity, and Performance.
- Work well in teams and on your own.
- Keen to grow in your career.
- Able to build relationships and network.
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.