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Senior Environmental Consultant roles in environmental science, engineering, and related STEM fields qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your degree's CIP code must align with your role to activate the extension.
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Location: PHOENIX, AZ, US, 85004-3903
Company: APS
Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.
Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.
Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
Summary
APS (Arizona Public Service) is looking for an Environmental Consultant with a focus on air programs.
Under limited direction, the Environmental Consultant leads complex environmental projects and studies, developing solutions that align with applicable laws and business unit objectives. This role reviews environmental regulations and supports their implementation within business units and plant operations using innovative, practical, and cost-effective approaches. The position also serves as the department’s technical resource for air quality matters.
In addition, the Environmental Consultant advises management, including Executive Management, on significant environmental issues involving policies, plans, and organizational objectives.
Minimum Requirements
- MS degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology) or other job-related field and 4 years of directly related environment experience
- OR BS degree in related field and 6 years of directly related environment experience.
- At least 2 years concentrated experience in Air, Water or Waste management systems.
- Proven experience in compliance and self-assessments, inspections, audits, root cause and corrective actions.
- Project management experience leading a study or project.
- Advanced database and spreadsheet skills (queries, forms, reports, and formulas).
- Knowledge and experience with the development, operation, and maintenance of Environmental Management Systems.
Preferred Skills and Knowledge:
- Proven experience with air permitting.
- Advance communication skills with a focus on interaction with executive teams, internal and external customers, vendors and government agencies.
Major Accountabilities
- Track regulatory requirements to make recommendations for compliance to affected business units.
- Review new and environmental regulations and advise affected business units on compliance and innovative/cost effective controls. Interpret and translate regulations and make applicability determinations. Comment on proposed regulations to achieve productive outcomes. Participate as requested in professional and government policy task forces and commissions on a local, regional or nationwide level.
- Conduct self-assessment and audits of assigned areas to ensure environmental compliance.
- Evaluate environmental risks and recommend mitigation techniques including technologies that are innovative and cost effective. Design and conduct complex scientific studies, such as emissions analysis.
- Investigate environmental events and identify root causes and corrective actions.
- Responsible for change management reviews.
- Act as project lead on complex environmental studies and projects. Facilitate training for environmental air quality programs for employees as required. Provide training on regulatory issues, reporting requirements, and emissions technologies and/or instrumentation. Use verbal and written communications for interactions with plant personnel, agencies, legal, senior level management, and all other stakeholders.
- Monitor, track, report and assist operations and maintenance in controlling emissions to the environment. Prepare quarterly, semi-annual, annual and special information request regulatory reports to state and federal agencies.
- Prepare, renew, and defend permit applications when needed. Develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with air quality government agency compliance and permitting staff.
- Perform and document New Source Review Applicability Determinations for proposed changes to plant equipment or operating practices.
- Utilize current knowledge of all applicable air regulations Federal, State, County, City or Tribal, such as the Clean Air Act (CAA); PSD (NSR and NNSR), Non-Title V, Title V permitting programs. Should also use knowledge of NSPS, NESHAP, NAAQS and SIP requirements for permitting and compliance. Should be familiar with CDX, CEDRI, ECMPS myDEQ and IMPACT reporting platforms.
- Research and support the selection of cost-effective pollution control technologies.
Export Compliance / EEO Statement
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.
Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).
In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.
- Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
- Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
- Role types are subject to change based on business need.
Date: Jun 22, 2026
Location: PHOENIX, AZ, US, 85004-3903
Company: APS
Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.
Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.
Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
Summary
APS (Arizona Public Service) is looking for an Environmental Consultant with a focus on air programs.
Under limited direction, the Environmental Consultant leads complex environmental projects and studies, developing solutions that align with applicable laws and business unit objectives. This role reviews environmental regulations and supports their implementation within business units and plant operations using innovative, practical, and cost-effective approaches. The position also serves as the department’s technical resource for air quality matters.
In addition, the Environmental Consultant advises management, including Executive Management, on significant environmental issues involving policies, plans, and organizational objectives.
Minimum Requirements
- MS degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology) or other job-related field and 4 years of directly related environment experience
- OR BS degree in related field and 6 years of directly related environment experience.
- At least 2 years concentrated experience in Air, Water or Waste management systems.
- Proven experience in compliance and self-assessments, inspections, audits, root cause and corrective actions.
- Project management experience leading a study or project.
- Advanced database and spreadsheet skills (queries, forms, reports, and formulas).
- Knowledge and experience with the development, operation, and maintenance of Environmental Management Systems.
Preferred Skills and Knowledge:
- Proven experience with air permitting.
- Advance communication skills with a focus on interaction with executive teams, internal and external customers, vendors and government agencies.
Major Accountabilities
- Track regulatory requirements to make recommendations for compliance to affected business units.
- Review new and environmental regulations and advise affected business units on compliance and innovative/cost effective controls. Interpret and translate regulations and make applicability determinations. Comment on proposed regulations to achieve productive outcomes. Participate as requested in professional and government policy task forces and commissions on a local, regional or nationwide level.
- Conduct self-assessment and audits of assigned areas to ensure environmental compliance.
- Evaluate environmental risks and recommend mitigation techniques including technologies that are innovative and cost effective. Design and conduct complex scientific studies, such as emissions analysis.
- Investigate environmental events and identify root causes and corrective actions.
- Responsible for change management reviews.
- Act as project lead on complex environmental studies and projects. Facilitate training for environmental air quality programs for employees as required. Provide training on regulatory issues, reporting requirements, and emissions technologies and/or instrumentation. Use verbal and written communications for interactions with plant personnel, agencies, legal, senior level management, and all other stakeholders.
- Monitor, track, report and assist operations and maintenance in controlling emissions to the environment. Prepare quarterly, semi-annual, annual and special information request regulatory reports to state and federal agencies.
- Prepare, renew, and defend permit applications when needed. Develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with air quality government agency compliance and permitting staff.
- Perform and document New Source Review Applicability Determinations for proposed changes to plant equipment or operating practices.
- Utilize current knowledge of all applicable air regulations Federal, State, County, City or Tribal, such as the Clean Air Act (CAA); PSD (NSR and NNSR), Non-Title V, Title V permitting programs. Should also use knowledge of NSPS, NESHAP, NAAQS and SIP requirements for permitting and compliance. Should be familiar with CDX, CEDRI, ECMPS myDEQ and IMPACT reporting platforms.
- Research and support the selection of cost-effective pollution control technologies.
Export Compliance / EEO Statement
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.
Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).
In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.
- Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
- Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
- Role types are subject to change based on business need.
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Verify your CIP code matches your role
Pull up your degree's CIP code through your DSO and cross-reference it against the O*NET occupation profile for Environmental Scientists and Specialists. A mismatch between your field of study and your job duties will block your STEM OPT extension approval.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers for their E-Verify company ID or look up enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search. Many small-to-mid-size environmental consulting firms are not enrolled, which disqualifies them as STEM OPT employers regardless of how willing they are to hire you.
Build a STEM-grounded credentials portfolio early
Gather transcripts, GIS certifications, field sampling documentation, and any EPA or state agency project records before you start interviewing. Senior-level environmental roles require demonstrated technical depth, and having sourced materials speeds up the I-983 training plan drafting process.
Target firms with federal and state agency contracts
Environmental consulting firms contracted with federal or state agencies are required to use E-Verify under procurement rules. Focusing your search on firms holding EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, or state environmental agency contracts filters for automatically E-Verify-enrolled employers.
Draft your I-983 training plan around measurable technical goals
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers who have structured STEM OPT training programs in environmental consulting. Your I-983 must include specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, so template-level descriptions of duties won't satisfy USCIS review.
File your STEM OPT extension application 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS requires the extension application to be submitted no earlier than 90 days before your current OPT EAD expires. Missing this window or submitting without a signed I-983 from your employer restarts your authorization timeline and can create unlawful employment gaps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my STEM degree qualify me for the OPT extension in a Senior Environmental Consultant role?
It depends on your specific degree field and its CIP code, not just the job title. Degrees in environmental science, civil engineering, environmental engineering, geology, chemistry, or ecology typically qualify. Your DSO must confirm the CIP code listed on your I-20 aligns with the technical duties of your Senior Environmental Consultant position before USCIS will approve the extension.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my employer for STEM OPT?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify at the time you start working on the STEM OPT extension. Enrollment at a future date doesn't count retroactively. Many environmental consulting firms, especially boutique or regional practices, are not enrolled. Confirm enrollment directly with HR before signing an offer, not after, since a non-enrolled employer disqualifies the entire extension.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Senior Environmental Consultant position?
The I-983 must document specific, measurable training objectives that connect your STEM degree to your job duties. For this role, that means tying tasks like site assessment, regulatory compliance analysis, or remediation design to degree-level competencies. Vague job descriptions won't satisfy USCIS review. Your supervisor must sign the plan and provide periodic evaluations for the duration of the extension.
How do I find Senior Environmental Consultant employers who are already enrolled in E-Verify?
Migrate Mate filters employers by E-Verify enrollment status, so you can browse Senior Environmental Consultant openings without manually verifying each company. You can also cross-check enrollment through E-Verify's employer search tool. Prioritizing firms with active federal or state environmental agency contracts is another reliable filter, since those contracts require E-Verify compliance by law.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my employer switches ownership or loses E-Verify enrollment?
If your employer loses E-Verify enrollment or is acquired by a company that isn't enrolled, your STEM OPT authorization is at risk. USCIS expects continuous enrollment throughout your extension period. You'd need to either prompt your employer to re-enroll immediately or begin searching for a new qualifying employer. Notify your DSO as soon as you learn of any change in your employer's E-Verify status.