Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Senior

Overview

Qualifications

Position

Description:

Are you passionate about environmental stewardship, public service, and making a lasting impact in the communities you serve? Tacoma Power is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Senior to help lead environmental compliance efforts for one of the largest municipally owned multi-service utilities in Washington State. As part of Tacoma Public Utilities (TPU), Tacoma Power delivers nearly 100% hydroelectric power to more than 180,000 customers.

TPU’s integrated utility services — including Power, Water, and Rail — support the health, sustainability, and economic vitality of the communities we serve. This role focuses on environmental compliance leadership and public accountability, helping protect natural resources and strengthen regulatory excellence.

Why Join TPU? Our work directly impacts people’s daily lives, from reliable clean energy to safe drinking water and regional transportation. You will help ensure TPU operates with environmental integrity and community accountability, contributing to cleaner air, healthier waterways, and responsible environmental management.

Location:

Tacoma, Washington. Enjoy a city with outdoor recreation, diverse neighborhoods, arts and culture, and access to the Puget Sound.

In this highly visible and collaborative role, you will lead and coordinate complex environmental compliance programs, regulatory initiatives, and environmental response activities across Tacoma Power operations and facilities.

• Environmental Compliance Leadership
  • Lead implementation and management of environmental compliance programs related to:
  • Air permitting and regulatory compliance
  • Emissions inventory development and reporting
  • Air modeling review and plan management
  • Coordination with regulatory agencies and stakeholders
• Environmental Cleanup & Site Management
  • Support Environmental Investigation and Remediation Activities under MTCA and CERCLA

• Responsibilities Include
  • Coordinating Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP) and Agreed Order site activities
  • Managing environmental data, field documentation, and laboratory analytical results
  • Supporting long-term site remediation and compliance strategies
• Emergency Spill Response & Environmental Incident Management
  • Coordinate emergency environmental spill response activities
  • Lead initial incident response and agency coordination
  • Manage environmental cleanup efforts through resolution
  • Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory reporting
• Municipal Stormwater Compliance
  • Coordinate implementation of Municipal Stormwater Permit requirements
  • Partner with utility operations teams to integrate environmental best practices into field activities and facility operations
  • Promote proactive environmental protection strategies across utility programs
• Transportation & Infrastructure Environmental Compliance
  • Support Washington State Department of Transportation regional road maintenance compliance coordination and related environmental requirements

• Project Management & Program Coordination
  • Lead complex environmental compliance projects and studies
  • Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and implementation strategies
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholder engagement
  • Monitor project performance and ensure successful outcomes
  • Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, permit conditions, and organizational standards
• Technical Analysis & Environmental Reporting
  • Research, interpret, and analyze complex environmental and scientific data
  • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for operational improvement
  • Develop recommendations and compliance strategies for leadership
  • Review laboratory and field testing results for regulatory compliance
  • Prepare and oversee technical reports, plans, permits, and specifications
  • Respond to complex scientific and regulatory inquiries

This position plays a critical role in helping Tacoma Public Utilities:

• Protect public health and the environment
• Maintain regulatory excellence and operational integrity
• Advance sustainability and environmental stewardship initiatives
• Support safe and reliable utility services
• Strengthen community…