Environmental Specialist

JSI; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

JSI is seeking an Environmental Specialist to support broadband and telecommunications initiatives. This remote role involves ensuring project compliance with environmental regulations, managing multiple projects, and collaborating with agencies. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree and experience with federal regulations, such as NEPA.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))

Generous PTO and travel support

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of NEPA, NHPA, CWA, and ESA.
• Experience interfacing with federal and state agencies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Researching environmental concerns and compliance for projects.
• Driving projects through environmental review processes.
• Coordinating with agencies for documentation and clearances.

Skills

Knowledge of federal and state laws

Project management

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree with biology or archaeology-related emphasis

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Department: Fiber - Fiber Network Design and Implementation Services

Location: Remote

Department: Fiber - Fiber Network Design and Implementation Services

Location: Remote

Description

JSI invites you to join our team as an Environmental Specialist on our Fiber Network Design and Implementation team in Nephi, UT, where you'll play a critical role in advancing broadband and telecommunications initiatives that expand connectivity and drive digital inclusion—while advancing your career within a mission-driven, growth-focused organization.

Position Overview:
As an Environmental Specialist,you will assist our permitting and engineering teams throughout the process of applying for telecommunications construction permits. You will be responsible for researching environmental concerns and ensuring compliance with governing agencies through the completion of our clients’ projects.

The position may involve working remotely or on-site in Nephi, UT.

Responsibilities

• Identifying potential nexus for environmental work on fiber optic construction projects.
• Driving projects through environmental review, including NEPA compliance, NHPA Section 106 concurrence, and Section 7 consultation.
• Coordinating with federal, state, and local agencies to determine environmental requirements and provide documentation for clearances.
• Collaborating with funding agencies to provide documentation for environmental review.
• Communicating project status updates to senior management, team members, and clients.
• Participating in fieldwork, budget and milestone coordination, and proposal or scope-of-work (SOW) development.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of federal and state laws (e.g., NEPA, NHPA, CWA, and ESA) governing natural resource management.
• Demonstrated experience with federal agencies such as the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), US Forest Service (USFS), US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and other state and local agencies.
• Experience and ability to manage multiple smaller projects in diverse settings and with changing requirements.
• Ability to resolve conflicts in a timely and professional manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with a biology or archaeology-related emphasis.
• Knowledge of NEPA, Section 106, and Section 7 regulations.
  
  

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).
• Generous PTO and travel support.
• Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Telecommunications

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