American Public Power Association (APPA) · 2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Environmental Policy
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expThe American Public Power Association (APPA) serves as the voice of not-for-profit, community-owned utilities. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Environmental Policy to monitor and interpret regulatory developments, evaluate their impact on public power utilities, and facilitate member services regarding environmental regulations.
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Responsibilities
Assists and coordinates APPA environmental policy position development with members and industry stakeholders
Review, analyze, and comment on environmental regulatory proceedings
Assists in the development of educational resources for members, including but not limited to environmental management systems, environmental permitting, and sustainability reporting
Coordinate with partner organizations to develop and implement effective strategies and tactics
Manage the APPA Engage Environmental community
Participate in APPA’s educational programs, such as the Engineering and Operations and Legal and Regulatory conferences
Represents APPA and/or makes presentations at meetings of state and regional public power associations, other industry organizations, and applicable state and federal legislative and/or regulatory bodies
Track member environmental compliance strategies for various environmental rules
Develop policy expertise in issue areas as assigned, including an understanding of current environmental statutes
Coordinate the development of messaging materials and quantitative analyses to be presented to senior management and other stakeholders
Assist in the development of an annual work plan and strategic priorities for environmental issues
Qualification
Required
7-10 years in the power sector, environmental consulting, government, wetland science, biology, or environmental permitting
Strong analytical skills and research capabilities can synthesize complex technical and regulatory information. Experience with environmental, sustainability, and governance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and detailed papers and presentations
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities to assess environmental impacts, interpret data, and develop effective solutions
Ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and negotiate with regulatory agencies
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and track compliance requirements
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Prolonged periods of standing and extensive walking during conferences and meetings
Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs
Travels out of town up to 10% of the year to support APPA's conferences, events, and meetings
Preferred
Degree from a 4-year college or university (environmental science, engineering, chemistry, or related discipline preferred); master's degree preferred
Knowledge of relevant environmental regulations (e.g., CAA, CWA, Resource Conservation Recovery Act, Endangered Species Act, and related laws and regulations), Administrative Procedures Act, and permitting processes at federal, state, and local levels
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness package
20 days of PTO accrued in the first year
401(k) match and additional contributions
Company
American Public Power Association (APPA)
The American Public Power Association is the voice of not-for-profit, community-owned utilities that power 49 million people in 2,000 towns and cities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Joy Ditto
President and CEO
Scott Corwin
President and CEO
Recent News
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