Senior Environmental Specialist - Federal Wildlife Team

Requisition ID:  82156 

NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. We are leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy with our goal to reach Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.

Position Specific Description

Applications to this job posting will be accepted through 11/25/2024.

NextEra Energy, Inc. is committed to being an industry leader in environmental protection and stewardship, including wildlife and habitat protection. We have operations across the U.S. and Canada, so we're keenly aware of the potential impacts that existing and future operations may have on wildlife and their habitat. Therefore, we have environmental policies and programs in place at both the corporate and local levels to avoid and minimize these impacts and to address any remaining impacts through appropriate mitigation measures. As a member of the NextEra Energy Federal Wildlife Team, you will face different challenges every day, some of which will be extraordinarily complex. We ask our wildlife experts to work alongside multiple disciplines including engineers, developers, operators, permitting specialists, and policy professionals. You will feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping a leading clean energy company provide innovative solutions to wildlife challenges, big and small, and making a difference!

Successful candidate will have:

· Extensive knowledge of projects related to wind, solar, and linear infrastructure (including transmission lines and pipelines).

· In-depth expertise in wildlife permitting issues on federal lands, including dealing with agencies such as BLM, USFS, WAPA, BPA, and others.

· Comprehensive understanding of the Endangered Species Act, particularly with experience in Section 7 consultations and Section 10 Incidental Take Permit applications.

· Capability to foster and maintain professional relationships with various groups including operational staff, developers, industry representatives, NGO stakeholders, agency personnel, and consultants.

· Skilled at public and official interactions, including participation in open houses, local zoning meetings, and other outreach events.

· Proficient in reviewing consultant outputs related to renewable energy and transmission wildlife issues.

· Offers strategic guidance on managing risks associated with protected species and habitats through avoidance, minimization, and mitigation strategies.

· Demonstrated experience providing NEPA support at both the Environmental Assessment (EA) and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) levels.

· Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of the time, often on short notice.

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group:  Exempt
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Environmental/Chemistry/Rad Protection
Organization:  NextEra Energy Project Management, LLC 
Relocation Provided:  No

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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