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Environmental Policy & Compliance Analyst Oak Ridge, Tennessee or Remote Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for an Environmental Policy & Compliance Analyst to join our environmental compliance team. Position Description The Environmental Policy & Compliance Analyst is responsible for analyzing the resource areas included in a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) report. This includes performing research and technical analyses for resource areas such as, but not limited to, land use, water resources, air resources, and socioeconomics. The Analyst position is responsible for documentation of each of the resource areas in environmental deliverables to the lead agency performing the NEPA analysis. This position also supports providing technical work for State and local compliance requirements as needed. Specific responsibilities may include: Research, analyze, and interpret Federal environmental laws, regulations, and guidance Evaluate the policy implications of proposed legislation, regulations, and agency actions Draft and revise Environmental Reports for NEPA and briefing materials Support development of internal environmental technical processes and compliance frameworks Track regulatory changes and assess risk, compliance gaps, and operational impacts Assist with environmental permitting processes (air, water, waste, land use, etc.) Support compliance with NEPA, NHPA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and the Endangered Species Act Interface with regulatory agencies (e.g., NRC, DOE) to clarify requirements and respond to inquiries Review technical studies and consultant reports for accuracy and policy alignment Incorporate technical studies into NEPA documentation Prepare materials and lead meetings with regulators Maintain organized records of regulatory correspondence Monitor emerging trends in environmental policy Support audits, inspections, and internal reviews as needed Experience Level: Intermediate (2-5yr) or Experienced (5-10yr) Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D in Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Natural Resources, Public Policy, Sustainability, or a closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience Bonus Qualifications: Experience in NEPA compliance with the NRC or DOE Experience in Ohio, Tennessee, Idaho, Alaska We are looking for an Environmental Policy & Compliance Analyst that: Has a working knowledge of environmental laws and regulations (Federal, State, and local) Is able to interpret statutes, rules, permits, and guidance documents and assess complex regulatory requirements Is able to evaluate likelihood and severity of different regulatory strategies Understands NRC and DOE regulatory processes and agency roles Aware of how policy changes affect compliance obligations and operations Familiar with NEPA documentation Is able to analyze environmental and compliance data Is able to review and evaluate technical studies and consultant reports Is able to write clear, accurate technical and regulatory documents Communicate effectively with regulators, consultants, and internal stakeholders Is able to manage multiple priorities Detail oriented and able to spot inconsistencies or errors in compliance materials Motivated to stay current on evolving regulations and policy trends Open to feedback and skill development Passionate about clean energy An optimist at heart Passionate about making advanced fission a reality Willing and able to learn quickly Willing to think differently and do things in new ways Comfortable in a fast-paced, highly iterative startup environment Excited to think creatively, critically, and reflectively about the problems they are solving while not leaning only on what has been done before Willing to propose novel and creative solutions to technical problems An excellent writer who can write in a modern active voice, so make your cover letter compelling and write it well! Able to communicate technical content and results verbally Who you are: A startup person : You aren't driven by titles or hierarchy, and prefer efficiency to excess process. You don't need or expect to have a lot of guidance but you enjoy working in a fast-paced team. If you prefer the culture and feel of a large organization, that is great, but you likely won’t enjoy working with us! There is plenty of important work and plenty of good opportunities with organizations like that. Motivated: You are self-motivated. You bring an enthusiasm to the team, and imbue a sense of passion that goes beyond clocking in and clocking out. This isn’t about a fake or arbitrary “pieces of flair” mentality or lack of work-life balance! It is about being a part of the vision and feeling a part of reaching team goals. A team-player: Oklo genuinely is a team. We aren’t about taking credit for ourselves, and we aren’t about pushing blame to others. We do incredible things because we work as a team. An excellent communicator: We need a person who is not only technically competent but also a clear and upbeat communicator. Creative: Being creative means that when things fall outside clear scopes or processes or problems arise without clear solutions, you are able to identify it as well as invent ways to solve a problem or fill a need without micromanagement. The successful person in this job will not only be creative, but also enjoy being creative and solving open-ended problems which may change day-by-day. Detail-oriented: This focus is a big part of excellence, consistency, and quality. Excellent grammar and spelling matter for both good communication as well as the image of the company that we put forward. Oklo requires remote employees to travel to headquarters (Santa Clara, CA) twice a quarter annually, based on business or team needs, including attendance at team meetings, off-sites, and other company events or gatherings. For the first two weeks of onboarding, employees are required to be in person at headquarters in Santa Clara, CA. Oklo offers flexible time off, equity, competitive pay, 401k, health insurance, FSA, flexible work hours, and other benefits. We are looking to fill this position immediately! About Oklo Inc.: Oklo Inc. is developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy at scale; establishing a domestic supply chain for critical radioisotopes; and advancing nuclear fuel recycling to convert nuclear waste into clean energy. Oklo was the first to receive a site use permit from the U.S. Department of Energy for a commercial advanced fission plant, was awarded fuel material from Idaho National Laboratory, and submitted the first custom combined license application for an advanced reactor to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Oklo is also developing advanced fuel recycling technologies in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. National Laboratories. Candidates should be aware that employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening, and employees may be subject to drug testing at any time in accordance with company policy and applicable laws. #CHOP: Oklo’s Values Collaboration : We go further, together. We bring diverse perspectives, listen actively, and build trust through transparency and respect. We work across disciplines, sharing ownership to turn complex challenges into shared successes. Humility : We are team players who act for the good of the company and for the world. We are focused on our mission, not personal recognition. Ownership : We take pride in what we do and how we do it. We are proactive in finding solutions and see tasks through to completion. We are committed to delivering on our promises to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy. Pathfinding : We chart new ground where no path exists by approaching challenges with curiosity, courage, and creativity while navigating ambiguity. Oklo requires employees to travel twice a quarter annually to either headquarters or another designated location based on team/company needs or events. Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer Oklo is aware of recent recruitment fraud attempts targeting job seekers. Please be cautious of anyone claiming to represent Oklo who does not contact you from an official Oklo email address. All legitimate communications from our recruiting team— including application updates, interview requests, and job offers — will come exclusively from an @oklo.com email. Oklo will never ask for sensitive personal information, payments, or account credentials during the hiring process. If you receive suspicious outreach or have concerns about the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Oklo, please contact us through the official channels listed on our website. What is your desired base compensation for this role? Note that Oklo also leverages equity as part of its compensation model. The questions in this section are for the sole purpose of ensuring compliance with U.S. regulations concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information, including 10 CFR Part 810 and 15 CFR Parts 730-774. Oklo is required to obtain answers to these questions from job applicants to ensure Oklo's compliance with these export regulations. If you are a U.S. Person, the export control regulations will not limit the technical information that Oklo can share with you after you start work. If, however, you are not a U.S. Person, the export control regulations may restrict the technical information to which we can give you access until and unless Oklo acquires an export authorization or license from the US government. If you are offered a position, it will be dependent on Oklo being able to satisfy all of the applicable export control requirements for your position, including acquiring any necessary export authorizations or licenses from the US government. Please identify yourself as one of the following A, B, or C as describedbelow: * ________________________________________________________________________ A . U.S. Person, which is defined for export control purposes as either: a U.S. national (one born in American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands) a U.S. lawful permanent resident (commonly referred to as a “green card holder”), or a protected person under the Immigration and Nationality Act (such as an individual who the U.S. government has granted asylum or refugee status) ________________________________________________________________________ B . Not a U.S. Person, as defined above, and affiliation as a citizen, national, or permanent resident of only countries listed in List I below.This list is derived from 10 CFR Part 810, Appendix A, which is linked here . Because the U.S. government can change this list of countries at any time, please use the link to view the regulations in Appendix A instead of relying on the list below. 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