Resource Scientist

Job title:

Resource Scientist

Company

Puget Sound Energy

Job description

Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.PSE’s Generation & Natural Gas Storage team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Resource Scientist position!Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.Job DescriptionJoin PSE as a steward of aquatic species in the Baker River System! The successful candidate for this position will have strong field skills, and they will also have solid experience in managing and facilitating group decision-making processes, and presenting information to a variety of audiences and professional collaborators.This position provides technical oversight and support for fish and aquatic resources license, mitigation and permitting programs related to PSE’s generation facilities, primarily focused on the Baker River Hydroelectric Project (FERC No. 2150). The successful applicant will manage license implementation activities in accordance with regulatory compliance obligations. The Baker River Project license was issued by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission in October 2008, and includes 50 articles of the collaborative Settlement Agreement of November 2004, of which 15 are specific or related to aquatic resource measures. License implementation responsibilities include oversight of upstream and downstream fish passage programs, supporting fish propagation measures and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife manager at the Baker fish hatchery, assisting with other fisheries and aquatics plan implementation, and leading quarterly license implementation meetings with tribal, federal, state and NGO stakeholders, and various other tasks as needs arise.The position manages inter-disciplinary teams to advance complex projects. Works closely with PSE and external personnel to support customer objectives. Conducts environmental analyses in support of new resource acquisition to meet company clean energy goals. Provides technical input and support to corporate teams on regional environmental issues. Supports construction, operation and maintenance activities related to company generation by contributing to or managing design development, ESA consultation, permitting and engagement of stakeholders at all stages. Manages external stakeholders and regulatory intervenors to build long-term trust and partnerships. The position requires the ability to work in the field in a variety of natural (e.g., hiking, snorkeling, stream walking), commercial and industrial environments, in remote locations under adverse weather conditions, sometimes being on call after regular business hours.Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety.Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.Job Responsibilities

• Serves as the task lead for field investigations and programmatic monitoring activities.
• Develops compliance reports, standard operating procedures and documentation of resource management activities and monitoring procedures.
• Conducts simple agency coordination and consultation as a representative of PSE.
• Conducts environmental field work which may include biological monitoring, streamflow monitoring, physical data collection and/or cultural management activities related to PSE’s operation facilities.
• Establishes and maintains relational database of input variables and develops data warehousing strategies for operational purposes.
• Development of permitting and/or other regulatory approvals and conducts other administrative duties, in support of company programs and operations.
• Performs and coordinates a variety of complex analyses and design tasks in the plant and office settings.
• Assists in budget preparation.
• Assists in supervision of Consultants assigned to projects.
• Provides clear reporting and documentation of assigned activities.
• Provides support for other departmental administrative activities, initiatives and projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/BA in Environmental Science, Biology, Hydrology, Engineering, Anthropology, Mathematics or similar with 5 years of experience in the field (appropriate additional may be considered in lieu of degree).
• Experience and proficiency with MS Office, including Excel and Access.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree.
• Experience or familiarity with electric or gas industry.

Additional InformationAt PSE we value and respect our employees and provide them opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive compensation and rewards package.The pay range for this position is $69,600.00 – $108,100.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page – .Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we’re building the Northwest’s energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy.Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at [email protected] or 425-462-3017.

Expected salary

$69600 – 108100 per year

Location

Burlington, WA

Job date

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:17:56 GMT

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