Environmental Scientist - Maui

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Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

Applications will be screened based on the information provided; in order to assist us in determining qualifications, please upload a current resume and take some time to update your employment information, certifications, etc. The information will flow over to your profile.

Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged. 

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The P JG ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE Department of the P ENVIRONMENTAL Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional)

JOB FUNCTION:

Provides technical and regulatory expertise in permitting and compliance requirements for designated area of environmental responsibility in support of Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric, and Hawaiʻi Electric Light. Develops and implements environmental compliance training for electric utility facilities. Provides environmental technical and regulatory knowledge in support of the planning, permitting, design, construction, and operation of electric utility facilities. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Designs and implements environmental compliance programs in support of Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawaiʻi Electric Light, including environmental review of facilities, to satisfy environmental requirements in cost-effective manner and provides technical support and coordination with regulatory agencies to enable operating departments to comply with environmental regulations and permit conditions in a cost-effective manner. 
• In consultation with higher level scientists, reviews and interprets existing and proposed regulations and permit conditions in consultation with regulatory agency personnel, and provides training to operating personnel.  Assists in tracking and interpreting legislation and preparation of testimony.
• Coordinates the gathering, processing, and validation of environmental data and insures timely preparation and submittal of environmental reports to regulatory agencies and customer requests, including selection and management of consultants and contractors.
• Liaise, in coordination with other Environmental Division departments, with environmental regulatory agencies for facility inspections and reporting of deviations when immediate notification is required. Serve as the primary point of contact with the Department of Health Clean Air Branch inspectors. Act as department representative during environmental regulatory tours, inspections, and audits such as Department of Health, EPA, US Coast Guard, etc. 
• Prepares requests for proposal for consultant services, evaluates proposals and makes recommendations.  Manages consultants to insure timely delivery of quality work products.
• Functions as project manager for assigned projects within functional area of environmental responsibility.  In support of continuous improvement goals and objectives, participates in projects and studies to improve existing practices, procedures, programs, policies, and training curricula and materials.  Serves as a role model for continuous improvement behaviors.
• In support of continuous improvement goals and objectives, participates in projects, studies, and strategic planning to improve existing practices, procedures, programs, policies, and training curricula and materials.  Provides leadership and serves as a role model for continuous improvement behaviors.  
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response. 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Requirements

• Designs and implements environmental compliance programs in support of Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawaiʻi Electric Light, including environmental review of facilities, to satisfy environmental requirements in cost-effective manner and provides technical support and coordination with regulatory agencies to enable operating departments to comply with environmental regulations and permit conditions in a cost-effective manner. 
• In consultation with higher level scientists, reviews and interprets existing and proposed regulations and permit conditions in consultation with regulatory agency personnel, and provides training to operating personnel.  Assists in tracking and interpreting legislation and preparation of testimony.
• Coordinates the gathering, processing, and validation of environmental data and ensures timely preparation and submittal of environmental reports to regulatory agencies and customer requests, including selection and management of consultants and contractors.
• Liaise, in coordination with other Environmental Division departments, with environmental regulatory agencies for facility inspections and reporting of deviations when immediate notification is required. Serve as the primary point of contact with the Department of Health Clean Air Branch inspectors. Act as department representative during environmental regulatory tours, inspections, and audits such as Department of Health, EPA, US Coast Guard, etc. 
• Prepares requests for proposal for consultant services, evaluates proposals and makes recommendations.  Manages consultants to insure timely delivery of quality work products.
• Functions as project manager for assigned projects within functional area of environmental responsibility.  In support of continuous improvement goals and objectives, participates in projects and studies to improve existing practices, procedures, programs, policies, and training curricula and materials.  Serves as a role model for continuous improvement behaviors.
• In support of continuous improvement goals and objectives, participates in projects, studies, and strategic planning to improve existing practices, procedures, programs, policies, and training curricula and materials.  Provides leadership and serves as a role model for continuous improvement behaviors.  
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response. 

Skills Requirements

• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written skills and must be able to translate complex regulatory terminology into simple terms.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability to effectively work with all levels of personnel.
• Ability to read and understand highly technical information related to the power plant and environmental matters including engineering drawings, manuals and other power plant documentation.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Hawaii or another U.S. state. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety needs.
• Ability to effectively handle difficult and/or sensitive issues while using tact, courtesy, and discretion.
• Demonstrated continuous improvement skills including the ability to identify improvement opportunities, lead improvement teams, develop and apply standard work, and improve standard work through structured problem solving.
• Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to become certified to perform EPA Method 9 Visual Emissions Evaluation.

Experience Requirements

• Several years (3-5) of interpretation and application of environmental regulations and environmental compliance management in the power plant environment or industrial operations. 

Role: Professional 

Number of Vacancies: 1 

Location: Kahului – Maui

Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Environmental Scientist [Req ID 10755] position is $89,100.00 to $113,700.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications. 

About Hawaiian Electric Companies
Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs.

The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us at http://hawaiianelectric.com.

Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.

Applicant Certification
By submitting an application for the position, candidates:
1. Authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and/or any materials submitted and made a part of the application as they relate to the position and to the extent permitted by law;
2. Authorize and consent to, without reservation, the Hawaiian Electric Companies sharing any and all information regarding previous or present employment, educational training or personal information from their records and from any other source with the hiring department or subsidiary company;
3. Release, discharge, and hold harmless, Hawaiian Electric Companies, from any and all liability for any damage which may be claimed as a result of furnishing such information to the hiring department or subsidiary company;
4. Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and
5. Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history.

EEO Statement
Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. 

Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at (808) 543-4848.

Affiliate Disclaimer

The relationship between Hawaiian Electric and unregulated, energy-related affiliate companies is governed by the Affiliate Transaction Requirements (ATRs) established by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The ATRs were established with the PUC's Decision and Order No. 35962 issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019, in Docket No. 2018-0065. With Decision and Order No. 42409, issued on March 23, 2026, in Docket No. 2025-0391, the PUC indefinitely suspended certain sections of the ATRs.

The ATRs address many issues related to Hawaiian Electric's interactions and transactions with Affiliates and Affiliate-Related Entities. If you'd like more information about these rules/regulations, you can email ATR@hawaiianelectric.com.