Specialist, Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems III

Job ID:

518318

Location:

CHATTANOOGA, TN

Regular/Temporary:

External - Posting Description Specialist, Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems

III - 518318

Organization:

CAO Department:

AIR PERMITS, COMP, & MONIT

Work Location:

Chattanooga Office Complex, Chattanooga, TN Relocation:

No relocation benefits are offered for this position

Posting Open:

4/6/2026

Posting Close:

4/20/2026 at 11:59 PM EST Grade /

Salary:

Competitive

POSITION PURPOSE

Provides expert environmental consultation in Acid Rain Program permitting and compliance support to assigned clients. This position is accountable for managing the programmatic continuous emissions regulatory activities for assigned organization/facilities in a team setting.

JOB DIMENSIONS

: Supervisory Responsibility — None Budget Responsibility — Assists with SBU projects and associated budgetary responsibilities

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Provides expert environmental consultation in Acid Rain Program permitting and compliance support for assigned clients. This position plans, coordinates, and provides programmatic management of assigned organization/facilities environmental regulatory programs pertaining to Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) Accountable for primary regulatory interface on compliance issues, negotiating permit or certification requirements, and resolving significant regulatory issues related to the Acid Rain Program, with authority to commit TVA to specific permit terms and conditions. Accountable for maintaining a thorough knowledge of the environmental compliance and program requirements to support facility operations, and for developing guidance documents and compliance procedures. Accountable for developing and maintaining quality improvement programs to achieve compliance goals, sponsoring and/or supporting quality action teams to address compliance problems, and performing facility reviews to identify and help address preventable/potential compliance problems. Responsible for supporting the sites with all aspects of the CEMS program including CEMS quarterly reporting, CEMS QA/QC plans, monitoring plans, and DAHS configuration changes. Responsible for providing consultation and technical support on the resolution of audit findings, regulatory noncompliance, and citizen inquiries related to facility operations. Responsible for environmental awareness programs that enhance facility employees' knowledge of environmental requirements, and provide accurate and timely information related to facility operations. Responsible for program development and management of activities required to fulfill environmental requirements. This activity includes approval of contracted environmental services to meet clients' compliance activities and ensuring that services budgeted for are performed in a timely, competent, and cost-effective manner. Performs review of compliance projects, procedures, and reporting practices; conducts performance evaluations and develops reports defining environmental status with regard to legal liabilities and policy requirements. Develops and manages studies designed to benefit client operations or allow modifications of permit requirements and/or modifications in applying environmental regulations. Responsible for developing and maintaining regulatory relations that promote open discussions, effective communication, and positive relations between the regulatory community and clients' operating facilities. Develops recommendations for overall program improvement, policy positions, and strategic direction based on his/her knowledge of the regulatory community, public involvement, and facility capabilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education - B.S. in Engineering or Environmental Science discipline or equivalent education and experience. Experience - Six to ten years of professional experience in the field of Acid Rain Program/ CEMS and electric utility operations. Certification/License, etc — None Knowledge/Skills/Abilities — Must have knowledge of electric utility operations, environmental laws and regulations affecting TVA's operations for CEMS media, TVA's environmental policies and objectives, and scientific studies and research related to the environmental consequences of electric utility operations. Must possess effective communication skills (both orally and in writing), be capable of motivating personnel, and be capable of leading team efforts in problem solving and predictive assessment. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions. Equal Employment Opportunity TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA's Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. Drug-Free Workplace All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace. TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). How to Claim Vet Preference If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form

TVA 3595.

If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position. How to

Submit Documentation:

Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process. Email documents to careers@tva.gov More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found at https://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference . If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email Careers@tva.gov .