Tribal NEPA Specialist

Montrose Environmental Group; United States; Remote; USD 71,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris seeks a Tribal NEPA Specialist to support tribal collaborations, NEPA/CEQA work, and environmental planning for sustainability and conservation projects. You will coordinate tasks, manage workflow, and liaise with clients and regulators from a remote setting.

The role requires a BA/BS in Environmental Planning or related field and 2–5 years in environmental planning, with NEPA experience and proficiency in MS Office, ArcGIS, and AutoCAD. Remote work nationwide.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in environmental planning.
• NEPA experience writing EAs and/or EISs working with Tribal Nations.
• Experience developing Fee-to-Trust applications for Tribal Nations.
• Direct experience and knowledge of environmental regulations, assisting in research for NEPA and CEQA planning documents, and preparing or assisting in the preparation of technical sections for NEPA documents and environmental permits (CWA 404/401,NHPA 106, ESA Section 7).
• Preferred experience with Tribal Nations and their environmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide deputy/assistant project management and environmental planning knowledge for tribal fee-to-trust projects and provide support on environmental impact analysis, coordination of biological and cultural assessment, NEPA and/or CEQA research and document production, and coordination for other environmental projects.
• Support the implementation of comprehensive and cohesive strategies for engaging with our Tribal Nation partners/clients, coordinate relationship-building, and bolster our reputation as a trusted ally.
• Implement transparent and consistent communications with Tribal governments and Indigenous Communities on housing, gaming, recreational, agricultural, brownfields, renewable energy, and other environmental projects.
• The selected candidate will assist in data gathering, write sections for CEQA/NEPA documents, assist with preparing permit applications, coordinate with consultants and project team members, and interface with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Assist Project Managers with budget, schedule tracking, and other project management duties.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.
• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and support team efforts.
• Stay current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

B.A. or B.S. degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Studies, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose,responsibilityand real-world impact.

"For Planet and Progress" is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected,interwovenand international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams,consultantsand professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us,you’renot just forging acareer,you’rejoining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smartersolutionsand lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

This is a remote position.

The Tribal NEPA Specialist will support Onterris work with Tribal Nations to foster meaningful collaboration with Tribal communities, champion internal cultural proficiency, and establish respectful partnerships. We are seeking candidates experienced with NEPA and Fee-to-Trust projects who will be responsible for supporting the development and management of environmental projects focusing on sustainability and conservation.

The selected candidate will be responsible for working with a project team to coordinate project tasks, assist with maintaining project workflow, utilize database software to administer information by updating project status, manage electronic project documents, have good communication skills, and meet client expectations.

This position will apply progressive knowledge typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities may include Managing projects/ processes and working independently with limited supervision—coaching and reviewing the work of team members.

The annual salary for this role ranges from $70,500 to $95,000, in addition to an annual bonus commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location

To thrive in this role,you’llbe comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Provide deputy/assistant project management and environmental planning knowledge for tribal fee-to-trust projects and provide support on environmental impact analysis, coordination of biological and cultural assessment, NEPA and/or CEQA research and document production, and coordination for other environmental projects.

• Support the implementation of comprehensive and cohesive strategies for engaging with our Tribal Nation partners/clients, coordinate relationship-building, and bolster our reputation as a trusted ally.

• Implement transparent and consistent communications with Tribal governments and Indigenous Communities on housing, gaming, recreational, agricultural, brownfields, renewable energy, and other environmental projects.

• The selected candidate will assist in data gathering, write sections for CEQA/NEPA documents, assist with preparing permit applications, coordinate with consultants and project team members, and interface with clients and regulatory agencies.

• Assist Project Managers with budget, schedule tracking, and other project management duties.

• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

• Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.

• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and support team efforts.

• Stay current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge,skillsand abilities that help you do your best work here

• B.A. or B.S. degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Studies, or a related field.

• 2-5 years of experience in environmental planning.

• NEPA experiencewriting EAs and/or EISs working with Tribal Nations.

• Experience developing Fee-to-Trust applications for Tribal Nations.

• Direct experience and knowledge of environmental regulations,assisting in research for NEPA and CEQA planning documents, and preparing or assisting in the preparation of technical sections for NEPA documents and environmental permits (CWA 404/401,NHPA 106, ESA Section 7).

• Preferred experience with Tribal Nations and their environmental needs.

• Experience with preparing technicalreports.

• Strong research, analysis, and reporting abilities.

• Focus on detail-orientation skills and capable of managing large data sets.

• Self-starting, team-oriented professionals with excellent written and communication skills.

• Familiar with review and analysis of scientific data, maps, and drawings.

• Knowledge of computer-aided software (Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, AutoCAD, ArcGIS,etc.)

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions topresent to supervisors.

• Organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks.

• While performing the job’s responsibilities, the employee may be required to spend longhours sitting and using office equipment and computers and is regularly required to sit, talk,and hear.

• The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.

• There may be occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from the floor of supplies andmaterials weighing no more than 30 pounds. The work may involve some bending, standing,or walking. Out-of-office site visits could potentially have more strenuous physical demands.

• The work environment will vary greatly depending on the nature of assigned tasks.

• Possible work environments could include normal office working conditions in a well-lit,climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

• The position may involve local travel as needed.

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.