FEMA - Environmental Planning Specialist

CDM Smith; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Planning Specialist to join their team in Santa Fe. This role involves conducting site inspections, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and assessing impacts on wildlife and habitats. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least two years of field experience. With a commitment to supporting public assistance projects, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental initiatives. If you're passionate about environmental science and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2 years of in-field experience required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a FEMA Badge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with environmental laws.
• Assess impacts to species and habitats and prepare necessary documentation.

Skills

U.S. citizenship

Environmental science knowledge

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of Federal Regulations

Ability to adapt to change

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, planning, engineering or related discipline

Job description

CDM Smith FEMA - Environmental Planning Specialist in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Requisition ID: 40482BR

Business Unit: FSU

Job Description:

1. Conducts site inspections and ensures that any proposed project actions comply with environmental, floodplain, historic preservation laws, regulations, and executive orders, including conducting environmental assessments and environmental impact statements as required.
2. Assesses potential impacts to species and habitat on projects, prepares No Effect memos, conducts biological assessments and surveys to determine the existence of, and potential impact to, endangered species in accordance with criteria.
3. Conducts surveys, assessments and reviews of other potential areas of impact such as water quality, wetland delineations, sole or principle drinking aquifers, prime farmlands and other ecologically significant or geographically unique areas.
4. Performs analyses to ensure all reasonable alternatives have been evaluated in accordance with criteria and documented in written reports.
5. Provides technical expertise to assist with Floodplain and Wetland Issues to support documentation needed for Executive Order 11988 and Executive Order 11990.
6. May coordinate and complete basic to moderately complex site inspections to validate and record damage to assist in the FEMA Public Assistance grant delivery process.
7. Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a FEMA Badge, which includes a background investigation for a Public Trust position.
8. Performs other duties as required.

Employment Type: Temporary

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, planning, engineering or related discipline.
2. 2 years of in-field experience.
3. Domestic travel is required.

EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Why CDM Smith?: Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Amount of Travel Required: 100%

Assignment Category: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Skills and Abilities:

1. Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a FEMA Badge, which includes a background investigation for a Public Trust position.
2. Working knowledge of the practical application of science and technology including application of principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment.
3. Demonstrates ability to balance and prioritize work.
4. Strong attention to detail.
5. Effective written and oral communication skills.
6. Experience working with Federal Regulations and Code.
7. Ability to adapt to change quickly and remain flexible.

Pay Range Minimum: $33.60

Pay Range Maximum: $67.20

Work Location Options: Successful candidate will be required to work in office and field locations as needed.

Driver's License Requirements: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Seeking candidates for a potential future opportunity!: We are excited to announce that CDM Smith won the next 5-year contract for Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contractors – PA TAC V in the West Zone. The West Zone includes Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, California, Arizona, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, Hawaii, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas and Missouri. We are looking for qualified candidates for this position in anticipation of future project opportunities.

Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.