Siting Compliance Officer (Utility & Energy Analyst 2) Hybrid Remote Work Opportunity

Initial Posting Date:

Application Deadline:

Agency:

Salary Range:

Position Type:

Position Title:

Job Description:

WORKING AT THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

At the Oregon Department of Energy, we're helping shape the state's energy future. Our team is dedicated to keeping Oregon on the leading edge of renewable energy and efficiency while supporting energy innovation, investment, equity, and resilience. From helping Oregonians save energy at home; to overseeing the state's interests in the world's largest environmental cleanup at the Hanford nuclear site in Washington, our work is challenging, rewarding, and diverse. We work with developers and communities on proposed energy facilities, with schools and manufacturers looking to save energy and money, and with other agencies and stakeholders on meeting the challenges of climate change. Oregon is one of the most energy-efficient states in the country, routinely landing near the top of annual national rankings. ODOE is committed to helping Oregon remain an energy leader, and that starts with hiring engaged team members ready to deliver for all Oregonians.

The Energy Facility Siting Division implements the policy established in ORS 469.310, which is to balance the importance of, and need for, large-scale energy generation, transmission, and storage facilities against the potential impacts of those facilities to the built and natural environments, as well as other important state resources. The siting of these facilities is done through an interdisciplinary analysis of the environmental, regulatory, and technical aspects of proposed energy facilities in an open and inclusive public process to ensure compliance with Oregon’s siting standards.

We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions and hope you will join us on our path to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an agency that embraces social equity through our values, strategic planning, and actions. Leaning into our equity priorities means we continually examine what we do, the impact we have, and our progress toward weaving social equity into who we are.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

The primary purpose of this position is to develop and implement plans to determine compliance with final decisions and associated conditions during preconstruction, construction, operation, and decommissioning stages of state jurisdictional energy facilities; and to conduct field inspections to verify adherence to final decisions and associated conditions. The position also provides research and review of technical, regulatory, and legal issues for the siting of state jurisdictional energy facilities and coordinates interagency comments on such reviews.

This position is eligible for hybrid remote work, with a work schedule of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday–Friday. The incumbent will be expected to be physically at the central workplace located at 550 Capitol St. NE in Salem, Oregon the first Tuesday of every month. The incumbent will also be expected to work at the central workplace for pre-scheduled in-person all-staff meetings. The position may also be required to work at the central workplace on a more frequent basis with advance notice, as needed. This position will also require the incumbent to travel to meetings and site inspections across the state of Oregon.

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities for this position, please review the position description by clicking here.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

You will be a member of a diverse team built on collaboration and support.

We offer full medical, vision, and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays a year.

This is a full-time, classified service position that is represented by SEIU.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A Bachelor's degree in scientific, engineering, planning, environmental, or a closely related field; AND Two years of professional-level work experience in science, environmental impact analysis, engineering, or energy regulation.

-OR-

• Five years of work experience in any of the above fields; two of which must have been at the professional level.

Note: A Master's, Doctorate, or Law degree may substitute for one year of the work experience.

The most successful candidate will also have the following skills, experience, and background:

• Experience with evaluating the environmental impacts associated with the construction and/or operation of large infrastructure projects, especially soil erosion and sediment control, impacts to wildlife habitat, and noxious weed management.
• Experience with conducting both onsite and desktop inspections/evaluations, documenting the results, and following up on inspection/evaluation findings, including enforcement actions.
• The ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical customers and write technically accurate but easy-to-understand reports. 
• Experience with multiple software platforms, including but not limited to: MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat/Foxit, Teams/Webex/Zoom, and ArcGIS.  Specifically, the ability to draft written reports with the inclusion of tables, charts, graphs, photos, and links; create PowerPoint presentations; and maintain geospatial data gathered from inspections. 

Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color are less likely to apply for positions unless they believe they meet all the desired attributes. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the position. We strongly encourage candidates to apply, even those who might not believe they possess every one of the desired attributes. Applicants who most closely exhibit the desired attributes will be invited to continue in the application process.

HOW TO APPLY

• Click the "Apply" button above and complete the online application.
• A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach both documents to the “My Experience” section under Resume/CV in the application.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. For further information, please visit the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
• Answer all the supplemental questions.

GET NOTICED

Help your application rise to the top! Don’t forget to showcase your amazing skills and experience in your application package that make you the best candidate for the position. Submissions will be screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).

Employment will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

The Oregon Department of Energy does not provide visa sponsorship, including STEM OPT extensions. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, both currently and in the future. On your first day of hire, you will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form to verify your work authorization.

QUESTIONS/NEED HELP?

If you have questions about the recruitment and selection process or need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Sam Krygier at [email protected] or call 503-931-3340.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE BASED ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ETHNICITY, GENDER, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, RELIGION, AGE, OR DISABILITY AND IS COMMITTED TO WORKPLACE DIVERSITY.