Compliance Analyst

About Us: Eagle Creek Renewable Energy owns and operates 85 hydroelectric facilities across the United States. We are a dynamic and growing company that is committed to sustainable energy production and regulatory excellence. Our Regulatory Affairs Team is responsible for ensuring that our hydroelectric projects are operated in 100% compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while fostering strong relationships with project stakeholders.

About the Role: We are seeking a Compliance Analyst to join our Regulatory Affairs Team. This role will support and lead various compliance-related initiatives to ensure adherence to licensing and regulatory requirements. The Compliance Analyst will work closely with the Licensing and Compliance Manager to track compliance obligations, oversee permitting processes, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

This position is based out of Eagle Creek’s headquarters located in Bethesda, MD.

Why Eagle Creek?

• A comprehensive benefits plan: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Commuter benefits, Voluntary Life, 401(k) Match.
• Eleven paid holidays per year, plus a competitive PTO schedule and time off to volunteer or give back to your community.
• Access to a company-funded Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts through ADP LifeMart.
• Tuition Reimbursement as well as access to trainings & mentors for Career Progression and Personal Development.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with project relicensing, including overall strategy development, planning and execution of environmental field studies, and scheduling, and coordination of consultants and vendors.
• Track, monitor, and report on license compliance requirements.
• Interface with Federal and State Regulatory Personnel and support the acquisition of local, state, and federal permits for planned or emergency site work and project improvements.
• Ensure project compliance across multiple geographic divisions, in coordination with the Operations department, utilizing an Information Management System.
• Analyze scientific and operational data, prepare compliance plans and reports. 
• Evaluate site-specific regulatory requirements and ensure adherence.
• Conduct regulatory due diligence on potential acquisitions of new hydroelectric facilities.  
• Support training for new regulatory interns.
• Perform other regulatory and compliance duties as assigned.

What Skills & Experience You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, environmental policy, Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience in regulatory compliance, environmental compliance, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Experience with permitting processes and compliance tracking.
• Ability to analyze environmental data and prepare regulatory plans and reports.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Information Management Systems is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and balance competing priorities.