Environmental Coordinator

Job Summary
A corporate-wide position involving professional technical skill and/or judgment in areas involving an integration of science, legal requirements, operational activities and policy. The Environmental Coordinator is responsible for analysis, design, implementation and management of existing and new environmental programs, regulations and legislation to provide environmental support for business units in a proactive, cost-effective manner that is consistent with NiSource policy and business objectives. Responsibilities encompass a wide range of environmental program areas including, but not limited to, air, water, natural resource and waste management in accordance with local, state and federal requirements. Responsibilities also include activities related to enhancing and maintaining the NiSource Environmental Management System including analyzing and managing data to direct and cause continuous improvement related to environmental performance and to enhance and maintain a process to track, monitor, communicate and minimize environmental related risk. This position is intended to bring a wide range of challenging opportunities to someone who is eager to become part of and significantly contribute to an environmental leader in the energy industry.

Essential Functions

• Monitors performance of plant systems, processes, and equipment as they relate to environmental compliance; evaluates operating data and trends to identify compliance risks and initiate corrective actions. 
• Analyzes, interprets, and maintains working knowledge of environmental regulations, permits, policies, and corporate requirements; assesses impacts to business operations and future direction. 
• Develops, implements, and continuously improves compliant and proactive environmental systems, programs, and procedures to minimize environmental risk. 
• Coordinates and performs required environmental activities to ensure environmental programs and permits are properly implemented and sustained at full compliance. 
• Integrates business and regulatory needs by partnering across multiple organizational levels to support change management, action planning, and alignment with operational constraints. 
• Prepares written summaries, reports, and formal regulatory communications, including comments on proposed environmental regulations submitted to state or federal agencies. 
• Acts as company representative during regulatory agency interactions, inspections, audits, and environmental reviews.
• Provides clear, concise communication to leadership and business partners regarding environmental performance, compliance status, and risk mitigation.
• Manages environmental budgets, capital planning, and resources to deliver results safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.
• Works independently and collaboratively with internal teams and external contractors; provides technical expertise, training, and documentation to support environmental compliance initiatives.

Required Qualifications for Position

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field. Equivalent work experience may be substituted
• A minimum of 3+ years relevant experience is required for this position
• Working knowledge of environmental air, water, natural resource and waste management requirements
• Strong learning agility skills and able to adapt to a consistently changing environment
• Self-directed aptitude and willing to contribute to a wide array of environmental disciplines
• Competent in the use of electronic spreadsheets and word processing software
• Ability to work cooperatively and build consensus within a diverse working group
• Ability to use professional judgment and work in a self-directed manner with an appropriate level of direct supervision
• Well-developed analytical and communication skills
• Knowledge of environmental regulations related to the energy industry
• Knowledge of energy industry operations
• Knowledge of operations support systems (e.g. Maximo, Work Management, GIS, CIS)
• Well-developed analytical and communication skills
• Understanding of basic principles of project management

Levels

• Environmental Coordinator 2: $82,200-123,200
• Environmental Coordinator 3: $96,600-$144,900

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• Experience directing third party consultants

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.​

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity 
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities. 

ADA Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320

E-Verify

NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish
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Salary Range*:

$82,200.00 - $144,900.00

*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date:

2026-04-24

Posting End Date (if applicable):

2026-05-09

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.