Specialist, Siting (Hybrid Schedule)

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Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Eversource is looking for a Specialist, Siting located in Westwood, MA. This role is responsible for managing the Siting process through development and construction of a project. Activities include: leading and coordinating timely regulatory filings which include, applications, petitions, sub-petitions, or other similar filings specific to state siting, municipal zoning, state departments of transportation, state and private railroads and other related state agencies, ensuring consistency with the regulatory requirements and managing the process for securing these approvals.  Provide oversight as to compliance with conditions of approval.  Perform siting needs assessment for Connecticut, Massachusetts and/or New Hampshire projects with input from Project Managers and Project Leads.

Essential Functions:

• Performs siting needs assessments with input from Project Managers/Project Leads

• Leads the preparation of formal applications, petitions, sub-petitions or other similar filings specific to state siting, municipal zoning, state departments of transportation, state and private railroads and other related state agencies for siting new or, upgrading existing, transmission and substation facilities.

• Manages associated inputs, testimony, data request responses by technical disciplines.

• Supports the compliance assurance process regarding Project adherence to conditions of siting approvals and/or permits.

• Maintains proficiency with applicable siting procedures, regulations and orders to ensure consistency and incorporate evolving direction from submittal to submittal.

• Develops and maintains good working relationships with agency staffs.

• Supports preparations, evaluations, recommendations and comments for proposed changes in regulatory and permitting policies or for generic proceedings.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: 

• Understanding of electric transmission desired

• Understanding of siting or similar regulatory process preferred

• Understanding of applicable Federal and state energy regulation

• Strong strategic and business acumen

• Strong written and oral communication and influence skills

• Ability to organize and manage cross functional teams including engineers, attorneys, real estate and environmental professionals and outreach/communications personnel

• Ability to analyze information, determine facts and make decisions and recommendations in a timely and cost-effective manner

• Ability to undertake, with only general supervision, multiple and divergent projects and achieve their successful completion

• Ability to interact effectively with customers and outside stakeholders

• Proficient in the use of information technology and office automation systems

Education:  

• Bachelor’s Degree: Degree in Environmental, Engineering or Land Planning or related disciplines or equivalent experience.                         

Experience: 

• Three (3) to five (5) year’s utility or related industry experience is required.  Regulatory and/or legal experience is preferred.                            

Licenses & Certifications:  

• Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is required

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH, as necessary.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:

$93,250.00-$103,610.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location. 

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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