Environmental planner job description

McGinley & Associates (McGinley), a Universal Engineering Sciences Company (UES) is looking for a dynamic and experienced individual for our Environmental Department in our Reno, NV office. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope.

McGinley & Associates is looking for a full-time Environmental Planner. We are looking for a motivated individual to join our environmental practice in support of various Environmental permitting projects.

As an Environmental Planner, you will provide assistance across a variety of projects for a diverse range of industries and clients, to include federal, state, and local projects. This could include assistance with the preparation of NEPA (CatX, EA, and as needed EIS) documents (and/or California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as needed); Special Use Permits at the County level; Notice of Intents; BLM Exploration, and Mining Plans of Operation (43 CFR 3809); and permits in accordance with USFS regulations (36 CFR Part 228). Our NEPA work is primarily focused on public lands in the Great Basin region.

As an Environmental Planner, you will have basic skills and be eager to learn a variety of environmental regulatory processes. Primary duties will focus on collaborating with the senior staff and other team members on research, technical report writing, and QA/QC review of analytical sections of environmental documents.

Job Responsibilities: Conduct impact analyses on a variety of environmental resources and work to ensure the success of the team.Assist in data collection, data review, and writing sections for NEPA and/or CEQA documents.Support field work, when necessary.Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Sciences (BS) in environmental science, environmental policy, environmental planning, or related field, and 3-5 years of related experience.OR Master of Sciences (MS) in environmental sciences/Natural Resource Management policy field or related and 2+ years of relevant experience.2+ years of experience, preferably in environmental consulting, or working for a federal/state environmental agency and/or 2+ years of experience working with environmental permitting projects relating to the NEPA, Endangered Species Act, Sec. 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, etc.Demonstrated experience and or familiarity with various environmental regulatory policy.Experience with task leadership.Good communication skills and ability to work with others.

Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of the NEPA process.Experience managing environmental projects a plus (scope, schedule, and budget.) Possess demonstrable technical writing experience.Technical writing tasks to prepare and summarize various natural resource sections of NEPA documents (Land-Use, Socioeconomics, Environmental Justice, etc.) Ability to work independently productively, and collaboratively in a fast-paced work environment with multiple deadlines.Be self-motivated, efficient, and organized.A working knowledge of standard office computer software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).A working knowledge of and experience with mapping software (ArcGIS) is a plus.Excellent ability to facilitate decision making and issue resolution processes is a plus.
Who We Are:

UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.

Growing in Excellence
As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 60 branches and 2,500 employees, we're looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.

Why Work at UES?
We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Click here to see how we support our people in and out of the workplace. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.

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EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Minimum BS/BA in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related degree
• 10+ years of increasingly responsible experience
• Experience in a private environmental consulting firm preferred
• Experience working with and/or for renewable energy and utility clients
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to lead a large multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent organization, schedule and budget management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Willingness to travel as projects require

Rincon Consultants, Inc. is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California. Recognized as the #1 ‘Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For’ by the Zweig Group in 2021. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 400+ associates in 12 offices located in Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose. If hired, we require proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.

Total Rewards Package* Includes:

HMO, PPO, HDHP, Health Savings Account options
Three Weeks Vacation accrued in the first year
401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
2x/Year Bonus Opportunities
Paid Sick Leave
Eight Paid Holidays
Flexible Spending & Dependent Care
Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
Dental, vision, prescription drug
Supplemental life insurance
Volunteer Pay for a Day
Legal Shield, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance
Professional Development
Mentoring
Patagonia Merchandise Partnership
And much more!

*All programs subject to review and change and are provided for regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30+ hours per week

Rincon Consultants, Inc does not accept unsolicited applicant/candidate resumes from search firm recruiters and/or temporary agencies that do not have a signed contract and specified work order with Rincon Consultants. Further, such resumes received will be deemed the sole property of Rincon Consultants and no fees will be paid in the event Rincon Consultants subsequently hires such individual. Rincon Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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Why work for HELIX? We prioritize our employees. We have been an employee-owned firm since 2004, providing employees a vested interest in the firm's success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). HELIX placed in the top three for environmental consulting firms and in the top ten for firms in our size range (100 to 199 employees) nationwide in the ZweigWhite Best Firms to Work For 2021 survey. Our employees describe us as team-oriented, caring, flexible, and driven by our standards of integrity. In addition to our competitive benefit package, we also have robust, award-winning wellness, professional growth, employee development training and community volunteer programs, and we support a hybrid work environment that balances the ability to work in the office and from home, when needed.

HELIX offers a competitive benefits package, that includes:

• Health Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Personal Time Off
• Bonus Program
• ESOP participation
• 401K participation

The Environmental Planner position involves research and preparation of environmental documents in compliance with CEQA and/or NEPA, working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. In addition, the position may support HELIX's noise, air quality/greenhouse gas, and other specialists in conducting field work and in the preparation of technical studies. On the job training will be provided.

The Environmental Planner position is best suited for a candidate with a positive attitude and strong research, writing, mathematical/scientific, analytical, and verbal communication skills. Writing comprises a major part of the responsibilities of the position. This individual must have the ability to coordinate effectively with multiple project managers and prioritize and complete high-quality work within specified deadlines. Attention to detail, including strong spelling, proofreading, and organizational skills, is required. The applicant must have a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. A test of practical skills will be required of final candidates.

Please note that this is not a laboratory, environmental testing, or hazardous materials studies/management position.

Please submit a cover letter in addition to your resume.

HELIX is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of gender, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or veteran status. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

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Requirements:

Minimum Requirements for the Environmental Planner:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in environmental studies, environmental science, geography, natural science, environmental engineering, public planning, or a related field.
• At least two years of related professional work experience in the research and writing of CEQA and/or NEPA documents, such as EIRs, EISs, Initial Studies, Environmental Assessments, and CEs, project descriptions, project alternatives, or supporting technical studies/analyses of aesthetics/visual, agriculture, air quality, greenhouse gas, energy, geology and soils, hydrology and water quality, land use and planning, or cumulative impacts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Strong research, mathematical/scientific and analytical skills.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to commute to, and work from, our Folsom office an average of at least three days per week (and up to five days per week if that is your preference). If choosing to work a day or two remotely, you will be responsible for your home office and need to maintain high-speed internet service capable of supporting video conference calls and handling large documents.

Additional qualifications considered a plus:

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in environmental studies, environmental science, geography, natural science, environmental engineering, public planning, business, or a related field.
• Related education and/or experience within Northern California.

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