Environmental Compliance Specialist for CDBG-MIT Projects

IEM; Guaynabo (PR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid Holidays

Vacation Pay

Sick Pay

401(K) plan with matching

Company paid STD and LTD

Job summary

IEM is seeking a Full Time Environmental Specialist to support environmental review and compliance for CDBG-MIT projects in Puerto Rico. The role includes NEPA and 24 CFR Part 58 documentation, eligibility assessments, and coordinating best practices for environmental impact analyses.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, five years of experience, and fluent English/Spanish communication. Travel may be required, and benefits include holidays, vacation, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Science, Biology, Archaeology, Geology or similar field.
• Five years of experience with environmental clearance for federally funded programs involving construction.
• Experience completing CE/58.5 determinations and EIS for HUD projects.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills to convey technical info clearly.
• Fluent in Spanish and English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of federal and local environmental laws applicable to PRDOH's CDBG‑MIT programs.
• Develop tools for preliminary environmental evaluations to determine project eligibility.
• Create work plans for environmental studies and cost‑effective construction recommendations.
• Prepare NEPA, 24 CFR Part 58 documentation and related compliance materials.
• Coordinate best practices for environmental reviews under CDBG‑MIT programs.
• Develop documentation for environmental reviews (descriptions, maps, notices, etc.).
• Support RFO processing for CDBG‑MIT funds and monitor environmental compliance on construction.
• Assist PRDOH with monitoring and coordination of environmental compliance activities.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Environmental Science / related field

Job description

IEM is seeking a Full Time Environmental Specialist to support environmental review and compliance for CDBG-MIT projects in Puerto Rico. The role includes NEPA and 24 CFR Part 58 documentation, eligibility assessments, and coordinating best practices for environmental impact analyses.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, five years of experience, and fluent English/Spanish communication. Travel may be required, and benefits include holidays, vacation, and a 401(k) plan.