Field Environmental Specialist - Projects & Compliance

US Army Corps of Engineers; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking an Environmental Resource Specialist to prepare environmental compliance documents and assessments for civil works projects. You will conduct ecological field studies and habitat evaluations to assess project impacts, and apply environmental laws to ensure compliance while coordinating with federal, state, and local agencies.

The role involves developing scopes of work for environmental research and monitoring, reviewing contractor environmental documents

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines.
• Experience includes preparing environmental assessments or impact statements and coordinating with agencies.
• Ability to apply NEPA, Clean Water Act, and other environmental laws.

Responsibilities

• Prepare environmental compliance documents and assessments for Corps of Engineers projects.
• Conduct ecological field studies and habitat evaluations to assess project impacts.
• Apply environmental laws and regulations to ensure project compliance and coordinate with agencies.
• Develop and manage scopes of work for environmental research and monitoring studies.
• Review contractor-prepared environmental documents to verify compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies to integrate environmental considerations into project planning.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Field studies

Regulatory knowledge

Agency coordination

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Job description

US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking an Environmental Resource Specialist to prepare environmental compliance documents and assessments for civil works projects. You will conduct ecological field studies and habitat evaluations to assess project impacts, and apply environmental laws to ensure compliance while coordinating with federal, state, and local agencies.

The role involves developing scopes of work for environmental research and monitoring, reviewing contractor environmental documents