New Athens Generating, the primary location for this role, is a critical combined-cycle natural gas power station in Athens, New York, providing power to the regional grid. The 1,080-megawatt facility operates three Siemens 501G combustion turbines using combined-cycle technology. This position also provides operational support to Selkirk Cogeneration Station, a 446-megawatt natural gas-fired combined heat and power facility in Selkirk, New York.
Opportunity Summary
The Environmental Compliance Manager at New Athens Generating and Selkirk Cogeneration Station will lead and coordinate comprehensive environmental programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and site-specific permits, and regulations. This role includes oversight of emissions monitoring and reporting, stormwater, and wastewater management, SPCC implementation, and maintaining the Environmental Management System (EMS). Additionally, the manager will oversee NERC compliance, providing regulatory guidance, audit support, and training to ensure the plants meet all reliability and operational standards.
Your scope of responsibility as Environmental Compliance Manager includes the following primary functions:
Environmental
- Coordinate, oversee, and implement daily environmental programs, policies, and procedures at New Athens Generating and Selkirk Cogeneration Station to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and site-specific regulatory requirements.
- Perform Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS) activities in accordance with Title V permit requirements, enforceable by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This includes emissions monitoring, data collection, interpretation, and recordkeeping.
- Compile and submit monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual CEMS reports on time to regulatory authorities, ensuring compliance with all Title V reporting requirements.
- Manage stormwater runoff programs, ensuring the facility meets regulatory requirements at all times. Take samples from stormwater drains during rain events and analyze them to confirm no chemical or oil discharges occur.
- Submit recommendations to the facility Owner on wastewater and water sampling procedures in accordance with NPDES requirements as implemented through the New York State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES).
- Provide support to the Owner in interfacing with NYSDEC and other applicable local environmental regulators, including preparing for and coordinating inspections, responding to information requests, supporting permit modification and renewal strategies and negotiations, and preparing routine compliance reports and regulatory communications.
- Maintain various facets of the Company’s Environmental Management System (EMS), including but not limited to the EHS filing system, the Obligations Tracking System (OTS), and X Files (OSHA and regulatory-mandated training records).
Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan Management
- Operating procedures designed to prevent the release of substances, such as oil or chemicals, onto the ground.
- Control measures implemented to stop spills from reaching navigable waters.
- Countermeasures to contain, clean up, and mitigate the effects of oil spills.
- Discharge prevention protocols, including procedures for the routine handling of products.
NERC
Responsible for overseeing, administering, and coordinating all NERC accountabilities for plant Operators and Owners. Support will be provided by the Plant Engineer. A comprehensive understanding of all NERC standards and requirements is essential to:
- Interpret and apply regulatory requirements at the plant level, including identifying reliable sources of information and ensuring compliance with all applicable NERC Reliability standards.
- Monitor and maintain NERC compliance documentation, including tracking updates on NERC websites, maintaining up-to-date procedures and policies, and ensuring alignment with current requirements.
- Analyze and organize technical data to clearly demonstrate compliance, including completing Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets (RSAWs).
- Support compliance audits and inspections by providing accurate, technically sound responses that appropriately represent stakeholder interests.
- Train plant personnel on new or updated NERC procedures to ensure ongoing compliance and operational reliability.
NAES Safe
Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. All NAES managers and supervisors have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a healthy and safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each Supervisor’s performance.
Working Relationships
The Environmental Compliance Manager reports to the Plant Manager and maintains a close working relationship with NAES Corporate Safety, Environmental, and NERC Support Services, as well as Client Corporate contacts.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.
Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.
Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the
Fitness for Duty
All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.
Work Schedule
The Environmental Compliance Manager works a standard Monday to Friday day shift schedule, ensuring consistent environmental compliance and program support during regular business hours. This position will also occasionally necessitate extended working hours and flexible shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, in response to schedules, workload demands, and plant conditions. Periodic callouts or “On call” status may also be required.
Travel to support other power plant assets, including participation in Manager, Owner, User Group, or other offsite meetings.
Compensation
This position offers an annual base salary ranging from $128,100 to $155,000 and includes eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
Professional Expertise & Qualifications
We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong passion for regulatory standards, environmental reporting, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
- Bachelor degree in environmental sciences, compliance, engineering, or related field or equivalent technical training knowledge and experience desired. Certification as Level 5 or OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER desired. Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of education.
- Demonstrated experience in environmental and safety compliance for operating facilities, preferably in a power plant or related industry, with an understanding of plant operations and how environmental impacts affect maintenance and operations.
- Strong knowledge of regulations for air, water, hazardous materials, and waste management, including NPDES/SPDES, Title V, and SPCC requirements, with expertise in at least one specialized area.
- Skilled in Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS), including software use, data collection, interpretation, and reporting, and experienced in maintaining Environmental Management Systems (EMS), including document control, obligations tracking, and regulatory or OSHA-required training records.
- Proven experience with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) compliance, including standards interpretation, reporting, audits, and training plant personnel.
- Familiarity with safety statutes, regulations, and standards such as OSHA, ANSI, DOT, NFPA, and NEC, with experience supporting or maintaining a robust site safety program.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a complex industrial environment, identify and address compliance risks, communicate clearly in formal and informal settings, and build consensus among stakeholders, including regulators and asset owners.
- Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.
About NAES
NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.
NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.
