Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Northern Natural Gas.
Job overview
The Senior Environmental Scientist at Northern Natural Gas serves as a subject matter expert on natural resource issues, supporting land use permitting and compliance, and responding to environmental concerns related to company projects.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves coordinating with federal agencies during permitting processes, managing third-party environmental consultants for compliance and surveys, preparing permit applications and environmental training materials, developing project environmental scopes and budgets, and responding to environmental emergencies at company facilities.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 6 years of related experience, with knowledge of cultural resource and environmental permit regulations, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and proficiency with PCs and related software.
Work environment and culture
Northern Natural Gas values diversity, equity, and inclusion, promoting an equal opportunity work environment with a general office setting and some fieldwork in remote areas.
Company information
Northern Natural Gas is part of NV Energy, a major energy provider in Nevada serving over 1.3 million electricity customers and 155,000 natural gas customers, operating in a fast-growing state with a large tourist population.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Nevada, serving various communities including Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, and others, with work involving both office and remote field environments.
Unique job features
The job includes unique responsibilities such as emergency environmental response and managing compliance across multiple federal agencies, distinguishing it from typical environmental scientist roles.
Company overview
Northern Natural Gas is a leading natural gas pipeline company in the United States, primarily involved in the transportation and storage of natural gas. The company operates an extensive pipeline system that spans several states, delivering natural gas to utilities, industrial customers, and other pipeline companies. Established in 1930, Northern Natural Gas has a long history of providing reliable energy services and plays a crucial role in the energy infrastructure of the Midwest. The company generates revenue by charging fees for the transportation and storage of natural gas, ensuring efficient and secure delivery to its customers.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight expertise in environmental science related to natural resource issues, land use permitting, and compliance with environmental regulations such as NEPA, ESA, and NHPA.
Emphasize experience coordinating with federal agencies like BLM, USFS, and NPS, managing third-party environmental consultants, and preparing environmental permit applications.
Apply through multiple channels including Northern Natural Gas’s corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility.
Connect with professionals in Northern Natural Gas’s environmental or regulatory compliance divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent projects they’ve managed or asking about their experience navigating federal environmental regulations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'environmental compliance,' 'land use permit,' 'federal agency coordination,' 'NEPA,' 'ESA,' and 'environmental permit applications.'
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