About this role
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind.
Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
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.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
The position is located at 241 Ralph McGill Blvd Atlanta, Georgia. In-office 4 days per week, Mon.-Thurs.
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for directing, planning, developing and managing Georgia Power’s groundwater program strategy for compliance with the federal and state Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) Rule. Additionally, this position represents the Company in influencing and negotiating environmental matters with regulatory agencies, environmental organizations, related industry groups, co-owners, customers, other industries, and the public.
This position provides leadership and direction to the team of geologists, engineers, and scientists responsible for developing, communicating, implementing, and leading CCR groundwater compliance strategies and meeting groundwater compliance obligations for company business units and facilities. Additionally, this person is expected to provide input and advice on groundwater related activities encompassing a broad range of regulatory programs (CERCLA, RCRA, HSRA, Brownfields, etc.).
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for leading Georgia Power’s current and future CCR groundwater compliance strategy and managing submission of all groundwater compliance and reporting requirements. This also includes obtaining and maintaining appropriate permits, licenses, and approvals which meet regulatory requirements and minimize risks and costs to the Company.
- Build and maintain relationships with key business units to implement cost effective groundwater compliance strategies with potential cross media issues relating to water treatment, CCR unit closure activities, etc.
- Work with appropriate regulatory agencies and external groups to promote informed, balanced, and science-based regulations and permit requirements.
- Provide leadership and direction for contract management, invoice processing, compliance with Supply Chain requirements as it pertains to the issuance of bids, bid evaluations, and contractor selection including Supplier Diversity tracking as part of this process.
- Support the Company's environmental policies in all areas relating to groundwater compliance.
- Participate or serve in leadership roles in internal as well as external organizations to maintain partnerships which foster positive relationships within the company, as well as governmental agencies.
- Monitor environmental legislative and regulatory activities that impact company operations industry groups, and public interest groups.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
(Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)
- Bachelor's degree in, geology, engineering, or a science related field with equivalent work-related experience is required. Professional accreditations and certifications (PG or PE) preferred.
- Experience managing groundwater monitoring programs, environmental investigations, remediation, corrective action, or related environmental programs. Ability to interpret and apply complex environmental requirements and develop effective compliance strategies. Direct experience with federal or state CCR Rule requirements is preferred.
- Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal environmental laws and regulations, direct experience working with leadership and technical staffs of regulatory agencies, and experience working with external advocacy groups.
- Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills; able to synthesize technical information and communicate in a manner suitable for technical and non-technical personnel.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical professionals, establish priorities, communicate expectations, and deliver results. Relevant leadership experience may include direct supervision, project or program leadership, mentoring or oversight of multidisciplinary teams and consultants. Prior people management experience is preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills with the ability to negotiate and influence.
- Demonstrate strong problem solving and analytical skills and ability to troubleshoot complex problems.
- Strong emphasis on safety, and a demonstrated record in managing groups with excellent safety performance.
- Ability to influence decisions and others to achieve results (peers, internal customers, external customers).
- Enhance and foster a culture of safety, trust, diversity, equity, and inclusion, continuous improvement, customer service and employee development.
- Challenge and promote continual improvement to current team practices and processes through the use of innovative ideas.
- Communicate clear expectations and provide timely and candid feedback; create and demonstrate team ownership and accountability.
- Be a credible and knowledgeable spokesperson on issues, products, and operations involving Environmental Affairs, Georgia Power and/or Southern Company in external settings.
MANAGEMENT
BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
- Demonstrate, promote, and commit to Safety Excellence.
- Able to lead and develop a diverse workforce with multidisciplinary teams, maximize team effectiveness, set high expectations of those around them and hold employees accountable for those expectations.
- Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in external settings.
- Demonstrate behaviors consistent with company culture - Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
- Self-directed with strong initiative.
- Attention to detail when following processes and procedures.