Support Project Managers with appropriate research information in order to respond to project documentation requirements
Ensure requirements of CEQA are met by completing analysis and documentation within specific guidelines
Provide assistance to Project Managers in the preparation, organization and production of CEQA documents
Incorporate sub-consultant reports and personal research and knowledge into appropriate sections of environmental documents
Communicate with various jurisdictions, agencies and sub-consultants to collect and verify information
Conduct field studies and land use surveys
Perform a wide range of duties to help fulfill the environmental services group’s growth and development, including proposals, administrative and production assignments
Perform other related duties as required
Primarily office-based with occasional travel to client sites and project locations
On as needed basis, working from home or at a client’s office location is required
Work productively independently or in a team environment
Occasional overtime work is required throughout the year
Require standing position at workstation for extended periods and require walking, bending, and sitting
Must be able to travel to client sites and/or job sites
May require lifting up to 10 pounds
Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, Geography, Planning or related field (or in process)
Minimum 1 year of professional experience or an internship with a government agency or firm in a field related to environmental analysis and reporting
General understanding of the principles and practices of the environmental consulting industry, including CEQA and applicable processing requirements
Technical competence and understanding of one or more environmental specialties, such as land use, socioeconomics, earth resources, hydrology, air, noise, etc., including awareness of Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines
Background and understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as Adobe a plus
Possession and maintenance of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record is required
Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated capabilities with written and verbal business English, spelling, grammar and vocabulary
Keen attention to detail
Ability to multi-task on assignments and to be flexible with the range of assignments
Desires to grow as an environmental planning professional and to learn all aspects of processes and analysis pursuant to the CEQA guidelines
Must live locally or within the State of CA; no relocation expenses provided