**Environmental Specialist** Location **Madison** Job Category Apply Now (https://phf.tbe.taleo.net/phf01/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=MGE&cws=38&rid=1944) **POSITION PURPOSE** The Environmental Specialist is responsible for assisting our environmental team in maintaining regulatory compliance in federal, state, and local environmental and natural resource laws and regulations applicable to utility construction site permits and approvals. This position will also actively support our environmental management system's practices and procedures as well as Company policies, procedures, management practices, and other natural resource projects. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** + Performs regulatory screening and manages permits for construction projects for the gas and electric utility. + Inspects construction sites, operations sites, and other key facilities for environmental compliance. + Develops positive working relationships with internal operations stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and regulators. + Researches and analyzes environmental regulations to determine potential impact on Company operations. + Helps the Company maintain environmental management system and regulatory compliance through monitoring, reporting, and recordkeeping tasks associated with regulations, policies, and procedures, especially those associated with erosion control, wetland, archeological, threatened and endangered species, and other natural resource permits/approvals. + Participates in the Company's growing area of renewable energy and natural resource management, including researching and becoming familiar with conservation and species protection practices. + Participates in emergency response, especially emergencies related to permitting and environmental compliance. + Participates in and represents the Company in cross-company environmental groups, external meetings, and conferences. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education and Experience** + Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, conservation, chemistry, geology, environmental engineering, or related field, or equivalent. + At least one to two years of experience in environmental and natural resource project work preferred. + Knowledge and experience with environmental and natural resource construction permits and approvals in electric or gas utilities preferred. **Knowledge and Skills** + Working knowledge of environmental compliance strategies and methods; environmental reporting and testing systems; and pertinent regulations. + Working knowledge of conservation and natural resource management concepts and practices; working knowledge of wetlands, habitat, and endangered resources management and protection. + Working ability to research, analyze, and evaluate new program techniques, methods, and procedures; apply the laws and regulations to maintain environmental compliance; conduct a variety of surveys; effectively oversee, evaluate, and recommend appropriate corrective action. + Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Able to prepare clear and concise reports; develop and present training and public information sessions. + Able to understand the Company's core processes and seek ways to cost-effectively integrate environmentally protective measures into those processes. + Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Comfortable working with internal and external stakeholders. + Able to work in a team and take direction from senior employees. + Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines associated with those priorities. + Familiar with various software programs including word processing, spreadsheet, and database packages. **ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION** _About MGE_ MGE generates and distributes electricity to 163,000 customers in Dane County, Wisconsin, and purchases and distributes natural gas to 176,000 customers in seven south-central and western Wisconsin counties. MGE is a regulated utility subsidiary of the investor-owned public utility holding company MGE Energy, Inc. MGE's roots in the Madison area date back more than 150 years. An industry leader, MGE was among the first utilities nationwide to commit to net-zero carbon electricity by 2050, consistent with global climate science. Your community energy company is investing in a more sustainable future for the benefit of all our customers, investors, and employees. As your community energy company, we are committed to this area and its people. We take responsibility to: + Plan and provide a safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy supply that balances the needs and values of those we serve. + Provide information and education to serve our customers and stakeholders and help inform their energy decisions. + Preserve and protect our environment while providing affordable, reliable energy. + Encourage and support economic and business development to keep our economy strong and vibrant. + Engage in open and honest dialogue, partnership, and collaboration to best serve our customers and the broader community. _Our Values_ + **Safety:** Safety is a core value at MGE. The safety of our employees, customers, and communities is our top priority. Our culture initiatives continuously improve our safety performance. MGE has earned numerous safety awards for this safety performance, including the AGA Leading Indicator Safety Award. + **Reliability:** We invest in our people and in our systems to help ensure top-ranked energy reliability that helps to maintain the economic health and vitality of the communities we serve. MGE is a national leader in electric reliability. + **Sustainability:** With a commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement, we take a holistic and proactive approach to sustainable practices company-wide. + **Equity:** We are committed to equity and inclusion in our service to our customers, in our workplace, and in our broader community, and we value diverse perspectives, ideas, cultures, and backgrounds. MGE's parent company is MGE Energy, Inc., a public utility holding company. Its common stock trades on the NASDAQ Stock Market. For more information, visit mge.com and mgeenergy.com. **JOB LOCATION** The position is hybrid, and office days are in downtown Madison, Wisconsin, where MGE is an active participant in community efforts to preserve the area's extraordinary quality of life. We offer free, on-site parking and are located near biking trails and bus stops. Many employees enjoy the use of our many on-site EV charging stations. This job will require up to 25% travel, which includes local, in-state, and in neighboring states to perform site inspections, and travel for training with some need to stay overnight. If you are interested in applying for this position, click on "Apply Now" below. However, if you are already logged in, click on the "Add To My Jobs" below. AA/EOE-Minorities/Females/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Disabled/Vets