Analyst II-Environmental Engineering

$50,000 - $64,300/Yr

Windstream - Richmond, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Richmond, VA

Telecommunications

About the position

The Analyst II-Environmental Engineering role at Windstream Communications involves ensuring compliance with environmental and historical preservation regulations. The position requires a solid understanding of various federal rules and regulations, including NEPA and the Clean Water Act, and entails providing guidance to internal teams and managing third-party environmental firms. The role is crucial in supporting federally funded projects and collaborating with multiple departments to address environmental and historical compliance issues.

Responsibilities

• Understand the National Environmental Policy ACT (NEPA).
• Research and provide guidance on Federal Rules and Regulations governing Environmental and Historical Issues.
• Manage third-party Environmental Firms to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
• Handle and process Federal Special Use Permits for various federal lands.
• Assist with Environmental and Historical Compliance Projects for federally funded projects.
• Work with Planning, Engineering, and Construction Departments on design changes related to environmental reviews.
• Obtain cost estimates and issue purchase orders for necessary work.
• Handle Antenna Structure Registrations (ASR) associated with towers.
• Provide guidance to Directors and VPs in various departments.

Requirements

• Engineering Degree
• At least 1 year experience with NEPA for Wireless and Broadband Projects
• At least 1 year experience with Environmental and Historical Rules for Federal and State Projects
• Knowledge of Federal Special Use Permit Requests
• Working knowledge of various environmental databases and sources
• Proficient in using TCNS, OE/AAA website, FCC ASR website, and other relevant tools
• Ability to communicate with Federal and State Agencies regarding NEPA reviews.

Nice-to-haves

• Understanding of NTIA's RED Book regarding Spectrum Rules and Regulations.
• Understanding of FAA rules governing Obstruction and requirements for Marking, Lighting, and Alarming.
• Understanding of the NOTAM Process.
• Understanding of CBRS Spectrum requirements and rules.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance