Environmental Engineer - NEPA

Cherokee Federal; Guam (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Other possible benefits

Job summary

Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CNGS), part of Cherokee Federal, seeks an NEPA Environmental Specialist to collect, analyze, and report environmental data supporting mission priorities. The role provides technical advice on NEPA compliance and coordinates with federal entities to ensure regulatory adherence.

The candidate will develop models and analyses, assist in policy updates, and review environmental documents while maintaining a public trust clearance.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in environmental science/engineering or related field with 5–10 years federal program experience.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Knowledge of NEPA and related laws, regulations, and Executive Orders; DoW familiarity preferred.
• Must hold and maintain a public trust clearance.
• Pre-employment qualifications with Cherokee Federal.

Responsibilities

• Collects, analyzes, interprets and reports environmental data to support HQ PACAF/A4C priorities.
• Performs literature searches, data analyses and technical advice for compliance with environmental laws and orders.
• Provides statistical analyses of data for military and civilian counterparts to improve PACAF operations.
• Supports communication of environmental, design and construction priorities.
• Develops models, reports, charts and tables, and processes data for program needs.
• Assists in developing HQ PACAF/A4C policies and procedures and related manuals.
• Provides expert input for information papers and technical briefings.
• Reviews environmental planning documents like EAs, EISs, surveys.
• Offers expert NEPA interpretation and interaction with agencies and the public.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Public trust clearance

NEPA knowledge

Education

BA/BS degree in environmental science/engineering or related field

Job description

NEPA Environmental Specialist

***This position requires an active public trust clearance. ***

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for NEPA Environmental Specialist:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

NEPA Specialist Responsibilities Include:

• Collects, analyzes, interprets and reports environmental data using quality-focused process improvement techniques that ensure the long-term ability of the HQ PACAF/A4C staff to meet mission priorities.
• Performs literature searches, data analyses and technical advice to help the Air Force comply with new and existing environmental laws, regulations, executive orders, Department of War (DoW) policies, and other directives.
• Provides technical and professional assistance including statistical analysis of data for military and civilian counterparts to improve PACAF operations within the Air Force's environmental program using technology and information systems.
• Supports improvement of internal and external communication of the Air Force's environmental, design and construction priorities.
• Provides broad-based technical support to programming and budgeting program areas, to include collecting and analyzing historical data related to environmental program requirements identification and execution.
• Develops models, reports, charts, tables, perform analyses, process data, review literature, and perform other functions necessary on an as needed basis.
• Performs analysis of requirements necessary to develop an update HQ PACAF/A4C (Air Force) Policies and Procedures, and other pertinent pamphlets, instructions, manuals or directives as necessary.
• Provides specialized expertise contributing to the development of information papers and technical briefings.
• Reviews and evaluates environmental planning documents including but not limited to environmental assessments, environmental impact statements, environmental surveys, cultural surveys, archaeological assessments, and biological surveys.
• Provides expert technical advice and assistance in the interpretation and application of NEPA, and related Federal and state laws, regulations, Executive Orders, procedures, agency guidelines and interaction with other Federal, state, and local agencies, and the public.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

NEPA Specialist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• BA/BS degree in environmental, engineering, or related field and 5-10 years of experience with supporting Environmental Programs for a Federal Agency; DoW is preferable.
• Working knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques, to include qualitative and quantitative analysis, comprehensive studies and development of assessments, recommendations, and position statements (no certifications required).
• Working knowledge of Department of War environmental programs, preferably within Air Force with knowledge of the Pacific Theater of Operations.
• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication analysis, and interpersonal skills.
• Must hold and maintain a public trust clearance.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CNGS) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CNGS is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Keywords for NEPA Specialist:

• National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
• Environmental assessment
• Environmental impact statement
• Regulatory compliance
• Environmental planning

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