Senior Regulatory Specialist

ABOUT AES: WINNER OF THE BEST PLACE TO WORK BY ALASKA BUSINESS MAGAZINE IN 2023, 2024, & 2025 ASRC Energy Services, LLC is part of the Alaska Native corporation, Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC) family of companies. ASRC is a private, for-profit corporation that is owned by and represents the business interests of its approximately 14,000 Iñupiaq shareholders. As the largest Alaskan-owned company employing over 15,000 people worldwide, ASRC and its subsidiaries are poised for the next era of growth with continued dedication to providing maximum benefit to our shareholders. JOB SUMMARY The Senior Regulatory Specialist leads environmental permitting and agency coordination for complex Alaska projects, with a strong emphasis on mining developments and associated infrastructure. This client-facing role develops permitting strategies, identifies approval pathways and risks, manages applications and schedules, and aligns engineering and environmental input. It requires sound judgment and comfort working directly with senior and executive-level technical specialists. The specialist may also mentor staff and review work products. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Lead permitting strategy and execution for large, complex projects, particularly mining developments and related facilities and infrastructure Develop permit inventories, requirements matrices, agency engagement plans, and schedules; identify dependencies and critical-path approvals Manage permit applications, supporting analyses, agency responses, and compliance documentation; align technical inputs with project design and regulatory requirements Coordinate environmental review and consultation processes, including National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation and applicable federal, state, and local authorizations Engage with State of Alaska and Federal agencies Serve as a primary regulatory contact for clients; lead meetings, explain permitting options and risks, and track commitments Work independently with senior and executive-level subject matter experts, engineers, environmental specialists, and subcontractors Manage scope, budgets, schedules, and quality of regulatory deliverables REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural resources, engineering, geology, or a related field At least eight years of relevant professional experience in environmental permitting, regulatory affairs, or environmental consulting Experience permitting mining projects is strongly preferred, especially projects involving related infrastructure and multiple agencies Demonstrated ability to develop permitting strategies, manage complex permit packages, and translate technical project information into clear regulatory submissions Working knowledge of Alaska state and federal environmental and land use permitting processes, including agency consultation and environmental review Ability to coordinate with engineering teams as designs change and identify permitting gaps and risks Strong writing, analytical, problem-solving, and professional communication skills, including the ability to brief clients and facilitate agency meetings Ability to work autonomously, prioritize competing deadlines, and take ownership of client-facing work while collaborating across disciplines Willingness to travel within Alaska for site visits and project or agency meetings as needed If you are an ASRC Shareholder looking for exciting training opportunities within AES, Click here to learn more about the Nutaaq program. ASRC Energy Services, LLC (AES) is proud to offer a competitive benefits package aligned with our core ASPIRE values. Our benefits are designed to attract and retain the best talent. Our total rewards program supports the health and well-being of employees and their families. What We Offer: Medical Insurance: We offer comprehensive medical plans through Federal Employee Health Benefits Plan (FEHB). Dental and Vision Insurance: We offer two comprehensive dental plans 401K: 401K plan up to 4% match with immediate vesting after 2 pay periods. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): All employees and their household have access to our EAP program. Additional Supplemental Insurance: Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance. Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement opportunities and internal development through our ASPIRE Academy. To learn more about our full suite of benefits visit our benefits page. ABOUT AES We’re proud to be named the Most Loved Workplace by Best Practices Institute in 2022, Best Company to Work for in Alaska by MSN Money, 24/7 Wall St. and Zippia for 2019 and the recipient of the prestigious ConocoPhillips 2019 and 2020 Supplier Recognition Award for Focus on Execution. Employing over 2,000 employees across our subsidiaries, AES is a service provider of choice in the energy industry. Our exceptional service quality and safety record sets us apart from our competitors. Our business purpose is to find solutions for a sustainable future, and we accomplish that by living our “ASPIRE” values, which stand for: Absolute Integrity: We do the right thing because it’s the right thing to do Safety: Safety is our foundation – we bring it everywhere we go People First: We take care of our people, and our people will take care of the business. Iñupiat Heritage: We believe in “one crew, one journey” and honor the values of our founders as we develop the future. Resilient Family: We encourage the right balance and cultivate strong relationships with our clients and colleagues. Exceptional Service Quality: We deliver excellence by focusing on client needs and continuously improving our performance. WHY YOU SHOULD WORK FOR US Our employees are our most important resource, so we seek collaboration across the organization, and value everyone’s contribution. Our employees are part of the solution for a sustainable future for the benefit of our shareholders, employees, families, and our communities. Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work with a company like ours, and be a significant part of our business purpose? If so, keep reading. Start your career with AES and ASPIRE with us. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. A pre-hire post offer Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) will be conducted to determine an employee’s ability to safely perform to the job standard. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need any assistance or reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the AES Human Resources Team at View phone number on click.appcast.io. WORK ENVIRONMENT A candidate must be able to meet the following non-exclusive requirements: Meet the AES Driving Records and Motor Vehicle Use Policy. Take and pass a pre-employment drug test which may include both UA and hair testing. Meet the physical requirements of this position including working in a remote location under arctic conditions. Required to take and pass a Fit-For-Duty Exam Required to complete and successfully pass a background check. Must be able to obtain and maintain an access badge for the work location. The availability of this position is contingent upon the Company’s continued operational needs once training is completed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT We comply with the terms of Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Act (VEVRAA). All decisions pertaining to employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment advertising, recruitment selection, layoff, terminations, training, compensation, benefits, and educational assistance will be executed without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, parenthood, medical condition, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, or any other basis or characteristics prohibited by applicable law. For more information on equal opportunity please visit – Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision If you need any assistance or a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the AES Human Resources Team at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr ASRC Energy Services, LLC