Senior Natural Resources Planner (CEQA/Permitting) (Hybrid)

County of Marin, California; San Rafael (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Marin, California seeks a Natural Resources Project Planner (Senior Planner) to support the Department of Public Works on habitat restoration and related projects. The role involves CEQA compliance, regulatory coordination, and managing consultants across the project lifecycle.

The position requires strong communication, environmental expertise, and ability to oversee permitting with agencies, ensuring successful project outcomes in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• CEQA document preparation including studies and declarations
• Preparation and filing of CEQA documents
• Preparation of permit applications for regulatory agencies
• Writing reports, conducting monitoring and mitigation activities
• Managing projects and programs
• Public engagement and effective communication
• GIS and/or other technical software usage

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project managers and directors to develop permitting strategies.
• Analyze project impacts on species and the environment.
• Prepare permit applications and negotiate with agencies.
• Hire and manage consultants.
• Work with managers to implement best management practices and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct pre-project biological surveys.
• Oversee post-construction monitoring.
• Assist with or lead other DPW projects related to natural resources as needed.

Skills

CEQA documents

permit applications

project management

writing reports

public engagement

GIS software

regulatory coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or related field

Tools

GIS

Job description

County of Marin, California seeks a Natural Resources Project Planner (Senior Planner) to support the Department of Public Works on habitat restoration and related projects. The role involves CEQA compliance, regulatory coordination, and managing consultants across the project lifecycle.

The position requires strong communication, environmental expertise, and ability to oversee permitting with agencies, ensuring successful project outcomes in a hybrid work environment.