Energy Dispatch Director jobs in Des Moines, IA

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Job Function)

This role would be responsible for management, planning, coordination, and direction of environmental affairs at BHE. The position will report to the Chief Environmental and Sustainability Officer (CESO) and will be responsible for providing technical expertise associated with environmental management, compliance, and strategy functions to assist company-wide efforts to maintain and/or enhance environmental compliance, safety and quality programs, and profitably operate in accordance with BHE’s values and core principles. An ideal candidate will be able to manage multiple projects and collaborate cross-functionally.

Typical Duties

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Job Function)

Coordinate and manage the efforts of staff and consultants within the context of BHE’s environmental affairs

Lead engagement with key stakeholders

Represent BHE in industry associations

Speak on behalf of BHE in key external forums.

Write and prepare white papers, reports, policy briefs, comments on regulatory proposals, etc.

Coordinate closely with BHE’s legal, environmental, sustainability, and regulatory teams.

Maintain an understanding of processes within business units and assist the business unit in the continuous improvement of processes with environmental aspects through the company's environmental management system.

Identify, develop and implement strategic environmental initiatives for establishing external competitive advantages.

Maintain a working knowledge of environmental issues for all media. Maintain a specialized knowledge and expertise in air, water, threatened and endangered species or other protected species management or land management issues, facility siting and permitting, NEPA or waste issues and utilize such knowledge in day-to-day functions including permitting.

Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, environmental engineering, sustainability, or related field.

An advanced degree in law, business or engineering is preferred.

Eight or more years experience in relevant environmental consulting or similar experience in corporate responsibility management at a public or private company.

Demonstrated knowledge of air, water, waste, natural resources, endangered species, siting and permitting programs.

Proven track record of strong project management performance in sustainability/corporate responsibility, environmental consulting, business consulting, or related field.

Strong communication skills with the demonstrated ability to communicate complex information accurately and understandably in written and oral form.

Effective interpersonal skills and leadership abilities.

Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Project management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple issues and projects concurrently.

Passion for sustainability and influencing change.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. We celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Position descriptions are developed as guides for the employees of Berkshire Hathaway Energy. The management team of Berkshire Hathaway Energy reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and position requirements to meet the corporate business goals and needs.