Public Sector Environmental Planning Specialist

Applied Ecology, Inc.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Ecology, Inc. is a growing environmental consulting firm seeking an Environmental Planner to support public sector projects. You will synthesize environmental data, apply GIS analyses, and communicate findings through technical reports and planning documents.

The role emphasizes strong technical writing, planning, and collaboration with engineers, scientists, and public agencies. Onsite in Melbourne, FL, with opportunities to address climate resilience and sustainable land use across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban, Regional or Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, Geography, GIS, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Management, Sustainability, or related field.
• 2–6+ years of experience in environmental/sustainability/resilience/urban planning, GIS analysis, or environmental consulting.
• AICP certification (or ability to obtain within 2 years).
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and permitting frameworks (e.g., NEPA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, State of Florida ERPs).
• Experience working with public sector clients (federal, state, or local agencies).
• Ability to integrate spatial and analytical data with environmental policies and planning processes.
• Strong analytical, data management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work on DOW contracts (US citizenship required).

Responsibilities

• Analyze and synthesize environmental data related to vegetation, soils, hydrology, wildlife habitats, climate conditions and other natural resources.
• Interpret and apply GIS-based environmental analyses to support public sector projects, including land use, wetlands, habitat, floodplains, and environmental constraints.
• Support environmental reviews and permitting processes (e.g., NEPA, CEQA, state/local environmental regulations).
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, environmental impact statements (EIS), environmental assessments (EA), and planning documents.
• Research and interpret federal, state, and local environmental regulations, policies, plans, and technical guidance to support projects.
• Conduct site suitability and impact analyses for infrastructure, transportation, and resilience projects.
• Assist in developing and updating sustainability, climate resilience, energy efficiency, and environmental management plans and policies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (engineers, scientists, planners, and public agencies).
• Support stakeholder engagement by developing clear, visually compelling maps, graphics, presentations and other communication materials.
• Conduct fieldwork to collect and validate environmental and spatial data when required.
• Review and quality-control technical analyses, maps, reports, and other project deliverables for accuracy, consistency, clarity, and compliance with project requirements.
• Manage multiple tasks and project priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work products.
• Assist with project coordination, including tracking schedules, deliverables, data needs, and regulatory or planning requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban, Regional or Environmental Planning or related field

AICP certification

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

QGIS

Job description

Applied Ecology, Inc. is a growing environmental consulting firm seeking an Environmental Planner to support public sector projects. You will synthesize environmental data, apply GIS analyses, and communicate findings through technical reports and planning documents.

The role emphasizes strong technical writing, planning, and collaboration with engineers, scientists, and public agencies. Onsite in Melbourne, FL, with opportunities to address climate resilience and sustainable land use across