Staff Environmental Planner- San Diego

ECORP Consulting, Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

ECORP Consulting, Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking a Staff Environmental Planner to handle CEQA/NEPA documents and related environmental analyses on a hybrid schedule from the San Diego office.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in environmental planning or related field, 5+ years CEQA/NEPA experience, and strong research and writing skills, with preferred Master’s degree and AICP certification. Compensation ranges from $35.00–$45.00 hourly with annualized pay of about $72,800–$93,600.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience preparing CEQA and/or NEPA documents.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience managing CEQA and/or NEPA documents or comparable assignments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the CEQA process and California environmental and regulatory setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CEQA and NEPA documents and supporting environmental analyses.
• Manage routine to moderately complex CEQA and NEPA documents.
• Conduct environmental research and regulatory analysis.
• Coordinate with clients, technical specialists, agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Track assigned project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Assist with agency coordination and environmental permitting.
• Prepare proposals and support business development activities.
• Provide technical support and informal mentoring to junior staff, as appropriate.

Skills

Research and writing

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Independent work

CEQA/NEPA regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

ECORP Consulting, Inc. is seeking a full-time Staff Environmental Planner to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects throughout California while based in our San Diego, California office on a hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities Include

• Prepare CEQA and NEPA documents and supporting environmental analyses
• Manage routine to moderately complex CEQA and NEPA documents
• Conduct environmental research and regulatory analysis
• Coordinate with clients, technical specialists, agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Track assigned project schedules, budgets, and deliverables
• Assist with agency coordination and environmental permitting
• Prepare proposals and support business development activities
• Provide technical support and informal mentoring to junior staff, as appropriate

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, or a closely related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience preparing CEQA and/or NEPA documents
• Minimum of 1 year of experience managing CEQA and/or NEPA documents or comparable environmental planning assignments
• Demonstrated knowledge of the CEQA process and California environmental and regulatory setting
• Strong research, analytical, and technical writing skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary project teams
• NEPA and CEQA-Plus experience is preferred
• Caltrans and transportation project experience is preferred
• Resource agency permitting and regulatory coordination experience is preferred
• Experience with USACE, CDFW, and RWQCB permitting is preferred
• AICP certification is preferred
• Master’s degree in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, or a related field is preferred.

Compensation

This is a full-time hourly position with a range of $35.00 to $45.00 per hour, annualized at approximately $72,800 to $93,600 per year based on a full-time schedule.

Starting salary is determined by relevant experience, education, certifications/permits, geographic location, internal equity, and market conditions. ECORP Consulting strives to hire applicants at a level within the noted pay range commensurate with an applicant’s directly applicable experience and relevant education and certifications while maintaining career growth and employment advancement opportunities.

ECORP Consulting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Level: Mid-Level

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: San Diego

Job Position: Staff Environmental Planner