ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST (CEQA/NEPA)

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.

• 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

• 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. 

In addition to competitive salaries, Sapphos Environmental, Inc. offers a full benefit package that includes medical, dental, long-term care, disability, health club incentive, parking, 401k, and a training allotment.

All interested applicants, please send a cover letter, writing sample (less than 5 pages), and resume to recruiting@sapphosenvironmental.com