Environmental Compliance Lead — Travel‑Heavy Role

Job Summary Under long‑range administrative direction, the Environmental Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the implementation of environmental compliance programs, permit requirements, and corporate environmental policies, standards, procedures, and strategic environmental goals within their assigned region, plant, and project scope. Responsibilities include providing training, guidance, and other necessary support to business unit leadership and staff on applicable environmental requirements, identifying applicable environmental requirements associated with company assets and projects, and coordinating with the appropriate business unit staff, Environmental Services representatives, contractors, and external parties to ensure compliance with environmental requirements. Key Environmental Competencies Above‑ground and underground storage tanks Transportation of hazardous materials Solid and hazardous waste management Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures Storm water, wastewater, groundwater, and drinking water sampling, reporting and control Oil and chemical spill response and management Air emissions monitoring, control and reporting Asbestos and PCB management Pollution prevention Environmental site assessments Emergency planning and community right‑to‑know Responsibilities Coordinate and implement all environmental activities and policies in the assigned region(s) to ensure compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and company policies, standards, procedures, and strategic environmental goals. Assist and provide input to Environmental Services on the development of company environmental policies and procedures; communicate deviations appropriately. Provide training, instruction and assistance to others on the implementation of environmental requirements and assist in the development of environmental training materials. Provide support in the event of a regulated substance release or discharge, including making agency notifications, arranging contractor support, directing cleanup efforts, and completing follow‑up reports with regulatory agencies. Promote and enforce safe work practices to safeguard employees, contractors, the public, and company facilities. Provide support during environmental compliance reviews, Phase I or II environmental site assessments, and remediation projects. Coordinate and respond to public inquiries regarding environmental matters and effectively communicate environmental compliance issues to appropriate internal parties. Develop and maintain environmental documents and records in accordance with environmental content management standards. Conduct environmental reviews of regional disposal contractors and related facilities and manage contracts associated with Environmental Services. Qualifications Environmental Coordinator Sr – (SG7) Associate or bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related discipline. Minimum of eight years of environmental experience with an associate degree or six years with a bachelor’s degree. Valid driver’s license. Physical demand ranges from sedentary to light duty. Must be proficient in the competencies of the programs listed above. Travel time ranges from 80% to 100% and will include overnight stays on occasion. Must be available by phone after work hours and weekends; frequency is minimal. Environmental Coordinator Principle – (SG8) Minimum of twelve years of environmental experience with an associate degree or ten years with a bachelor’s degree. Valid driver’s license. Physical demand ranges from sedentary to light duty. Must possess advanced knowledge of the competencies of the programs listed above (preferred). Travel time ranges from 80% to 100% and will include overnight stays on occasion. Must be available by phone after work hours and weekends; frequency is minimal. Environmental Coordinator Consultant – (SG9) Minimum of sixteen years of environmental experience with an associate degree or fourteen years with a bachelor’s degree. Valid driver’s license. Physical demand ranges from sedentary to light duty. Must possess expert knowledge of the competencies of the programs listed above (preferred). Travel time ranges from 80% to 100% and will include overnight stays on occasion. Must be available by phone after work hours and weekends; frequency is minimal. Additional Requirements Up to 100% travel to job site; ability to support all AEP support locations in 11 states. Support environmental aspects of the role (sampling, inspections, etc.). Flexibility on work schedule. Work Locations Columbus, OH or additional areas to include Rockport, IN and Owensboro, KY. Benefits and Compensation Environmental Coordinator Sr (SG7): $87,633 – $116,847 per year Environmental Coordinator Principle (SG8): $98,993 – $138,588 per year Environmental Coordinator Consultant (SG9): $116,255 – $162,758 per year In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports and enhances employee well‑being. Physical Demands The Physical Demand Level for this job is: Sedentary work with occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force or a negligible amount of force frequently; may include walking or standing for brief periods. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Equal Employment Opportunity It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer‑employee relationship, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs, and termination, without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr AEP