Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist
Sapphos Environmental, Inc. is seeking an experienced CEQA/NEPA Specialist capable of project and client management in the establishment of project scope, controls, and delivery. The ideal candidate will exhibit a strong grasp of permitting procedures, impact assessment, and mitigation measures as they apply to CEQA/NEPA projects. Candidates will have a proven record of accomplishment in California Environmental Qualities Act (CEQA) and/or National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, project management, technical writing, research, public speaking, and business development.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare impact analysis working closely with EA analysts, sub consultants, and project managers
- Prepare reports, recommendations, assessments, and impact statements based on project data
- Provide planning support to complex projects
- Collaborate with engineers to research, analyze, and resolve complex environmental compliance challenges
- Responsible for project setup, project delivery, project controls, business development, client satisfaction, and profitability
- Develop and manage key client relationships locally and in Southern California
- Initiate prepare and review proposals
- Prepare project deliverables and project related correspondence
- Prepare Initial Studies, Negative Declarations, Mitigated Negative Declarations, Environmental Impact Reports, Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, and supporting technical studies
- Project management: Manage a team’s preparation of environmental documents in accordance with CEQA/NEPA and permitting requirements
- Write sections for CEQA and NEPA documents, business correspondence, memoranda, proposals, and various other reports
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or closely related field; master’s degree strongly recommended
- In-depth knowledge of CEQA/NEPA regulatory framework and its proper compliance
- Experience in managing and providing environmental consulting services to project developers in support of project siting, design, and permit applications
- Local, state, and federal compliance and permitting experience
- Experience in providing or managing technical services in a professional service setting, preferably Southern California area
- Experience in a client facing role (including business development and/or client management)
- Strong written and oral communication
JOB TYPE
- Full-time
- Pay: $87,000.00 - $96,000.00 per year
Qualified applicants only, please send a cover letter, writing sample (less than 3 pages), and resume to tgonzalez@sapphosenvironmental.com