Job Tag: Science/Engineering

Description :
The purpose of this classification is to oversee the storm water program to ensure all requirements are met for MS4 Permit. Duties and responsibilities include developing and coordinating the Storm Water Management program, reviewing, mapping, and addressing discharge investigations, providing education and other community awareness programs, develop new SWM ordinances, assists in the developing budgets, ensure the Town of Smyrna complies with all mandated SWM laws and regulations, and reviews drawings of all storm water facilities and roadways. Reports to Director of Public Works.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Coordinates Storm Water Management (SWM) Program by reviewing, mapping, illicit discharge investigations, public education and awareness programs, erosion control plans, storm water pollution prevention plans, and all components of the town storm water management program.

Directs staff under the direction of the Public Works Director.

Continually searches and implements means to more effectively manage all aspects of the MS4 program (a state permit), specifically grading permit issuance, site inspection, and computerized record-keeping.

Develops and introduces new SWM ordinances, policies, and programmatic issues to staff, town manager, Storm Water Advisory Committee (SWAC), Council, and general public.

Assists in establishing budgets and tracking expenses.

Writes annual report and facilitate SWAC and Council review and approval, submits to TDEC.

Writes Notice of Intent (NOI), facilitates SWAC and Council review and approval, and submits to TDEC.

Corresponds with and instructs businesses, industries, and institutions to implement best management practices to earn credits and improve water quality in accordance with the Storm Water Utility (SWU).

Maintains SWU credit records and tracks all maintenance.

Performs collection of required documents, inspects sediment control measures, conducts pre-construction meeting, and signs application to initiate every grading permit issuance.

Establishes and upholds the high US EPA and TDEC inspection standards for illicit discharge determination elimination (IDDE), construction site, post-construction site, and municipal activities.

Conducts and reports results of periodic drainage system outfall point and known possible IDDE source inspections as well as accidental discharges.

Notifies developers, contractors, property owners, or other individuals of IDDE, pre-construction, and post-construction activities violating Town of Smyrna SWM Ordinance and associated policies and reprimands as appropriate (requesting TDEC intervention whenever necessary).

In accordance with Town’s good housekeeping effort, follows the corresponding municipal pollution prevention plan for each of the ten major facilities, and enforcing the SWM Ordinance at all other town facilities.

Organizes, publicize, and facilitate all public education and participation efforts, including annual WaterFests, Boat Days, and stream and sinkhole cleanups, etc., and issues certificates of appreciation to all event participants.

Conducts internal training with town departments for erosion protection and spill prevention.

Promotes education and outreach opportunities to citizens, organizations, and groups to expand programs such as Adopt-A-Roadway and Adopt-A-Stream and gauges program effectiveness.

Using the SWM hotline, records and addresses storm water, drainage, right-of-way, and roadway construction related complaints of citizens.

Answers questions in office and field regarding SWM Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations to ensure compliance.

Continues to actively participate in the Rutherford County MS4 task force in developing effective education programs, such as Project WET, in schools as well as other education, outreach, and participation efforts.

Completes records in a timely manner of performed inspections.

Meets with property owners and investigates storm water complaints. Determines the cause and how to make necessary repairs.

Coordinates with consultants, sub-contractors, and Streets / Storm Water Department on needed infrastructure repairs and upgrades.

Promote alternative water quality treatment methods and encourage large developments to follow low impact development standards.

Establishes and participate in communication meetings as required.

Works safely, observing all OSHA, federal, state, and city regulations.

Reports any accidents immediately to the director.

Correctly wears appropriate personal protective equipment when required.

Performs any other duties as assigned by director.

Promote the teamwork environment.

Provides coverage in absence of other personnel.

Plans, leads, and documents all quarterly SWAC meetings, arranging for professionals to give relevant presentations for the Channel 3 televised Guest Speaker Forum.

Continues professional growth through outside seminars, professional organizations, and training classes.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must possess a valid Tennessee Drivers License.

Must have either a Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or related area; supplemented with four (4) years of experience performing duties related to MS4 program or Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Must have TDEC Level I Certification for Erosion Prevention-Sediment Control inspections.

Pinyon Environmental, Inc. (Pinyon), eagerly invites motivated people to join our growing team. Pinyon prides itself on its culture—our team is dedicated to each other and the communities in which we live, work, and serve. We are actively hiring people who are excited about developing themselves and creating a long-lasting and fulfilling career. At Pinyon, successful team members are creative problem solvers and life-long learners. Pinyon eagerly tackles challenging problems for our clients (our motto is, “we run towards the problemâ€) and we strive to keep staff engaged by bringing in meaningful and interesting projects for our staff to work on for great clients.
You will work in a flexible work environment that is focused on providing you with opportunities to achieve your career and life objectives, while helping our clients design and build environmentally sustainable projects. Our firm is extremely proud of a culture founded in the principal values of character, efficiency, personal responsibility, quality, responsiveness, team, and timeliness. We have a passion for the environment and our communities, and we are proud to work on some of the most visible, unique, challenging, and rewarding projects in the Western United States and beyond. You will join a team of highly respected professionals and a highly regarded firm with an outstanding reputation. We continuously strive to create a fun and collaborative work environment that makes us all excited to come to work every day.

About this Position
Our NEPA Project Mangers work on a variety of projects, from simple Categorical Exclusions (CatExs) to large and complex Environmental Assessments (EAs), covering a multitude of service areas. We are seeking a NEPA Project Manager to help manage and support the development of environmental review documents; manage and support CatExs, EAs, and pre-NEPA screenings; and support NEPA proposals. Pinyon has a strong background and reputation for conducting all aspects of NEPA projects in the transportation space, particularly with FHWA oversight. We also have a growing portfolio of projects with other agencies, such as the USACE, FAA, FTA, BLM, USFS, HUD, and WAPA. Pinyon employs technical experts across numerous disciplines, such as air quality & noise, biological resources/wetlands, hazardous materials, cultural resources, water resources/quality, and more. As a NEPA Project Manager, you will be providing management of these multidisciplinary teams to advance our clients’ project goals. At Pinyon, we pride ourselves on identifying project roadblocks, and working in concert with regulators and the project team to negotiate a path forward in ways that are environmentally conscious, as well as cost- and time-effective for our clients. You’ll never get bored in this position, as you’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and expertise in new ways to every project you lead. People successful in this position foster deep relationships with technical experts internally across the Pinyon Project Delivery team, as well as develop external relationships with local, state, and federal agency personnel. Although we work in a fast-paced environment, we stive to appropriately balance workloads for all our employees—our goal is to keep our employees engaged with meaningful work, while preventing burnout. Pinyon has a flexible employee hierarchy, which means you will have the opportunity to explore careers paths here without getting siloed into one specialty. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience to support our current transportation portfolio and contribute to our growing portfolio of projects in other markets. Ideally, this candidate would work from our Lakewood, Colorado headquarters, but remote work options may be considered.

Essential Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of Categorical Exclusions and Environmental Assessments, meeting requirements for various federal agencies.
Project/task management and technical analysis on Environmental Assessments and/or Environmental Impact Statements.
Project/task management and technical analysis for planning studies, Reevaluations, and other similar documents.
Complete technical analysis for one or more of the NEPA technical resource areas (e.g., biological resources, wetlands, cultural resources)
Complete technical scopes for proposals.
Client management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in environmental discipline (e.g., environmental science, biology, environmental planning, environmental engineering).
15+ years of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) experience.
Knowledge of Section 106, Section 7, and Section 404 clearance and permitting requirements.
Experience working on Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments, and Categorical Exclusions for projects under the jurisdiction of the FHWA or FTA is a plus, but not a requirement.
Experience working on projects for DoD, BLM, FEMA, USACE, and/or FHWA CFL is a plus, but not a requirement.
Experience managing/leading Environmental Assessments for land agencies such as BLM, USFS, DoD, USA CE, BOR, WAPA is highly desirable.
Strong technical writing skills and effective communication skills are required.
Candidate must have the ability to manage a NEPA project (Categorical Exclusion and Environmental Assessment) from the proposal phase to project completion.
Demonstrated ability to manage a multi-disciplined team of resource specialists (e.g., biologists, planners, historians) is required.
Analytical data review, interpretation, and report preparation.
Ability to work independently or in a group.

Quapaw Nation strives to meet the needs and expectations of the community and represent our unique values and beliefs. We are continually looking for people of passion and imagination to help create the future of the Nation and of our country.

Serves as the Environmental Director to protect or improve air, land, and water resources in order to provide a clean and healthy environment. The work requires a professional knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, techniques, and technologies associated with monitoring for pollution and protecting the quality of resources and the environment. The ability to gather, interpret, summarize, and analyze scientific data along with the ability to generate scientific data reports are major functions. An understanding of and the ability to utilize pertinent aspects of chemistry, physics, mathematics, biological sciences, and public health that pertain to the control or elimination of pollutants are also major functions. The Environmental Director manages office support staff and routine daily operations.

Job Description:

Performs environmental engineering/managerial work in directing the County’s water/wastewater programs. This work involves the management of County’s public water systems and wastewater facilities. Includes updating and drafting policies, procedures, and ordinances to remain current with development and environmental concerns.

Essential Job Functions

Plans, directs, organizes and coordinates programs related to the construction, maintenance, and operation of water/wastewater facilities within the County. Establishes and monitors controls to evaluate performance; takes appropriate actions to correct performance and to adjust programs to meet requirements.

Advises engineering consultants and contractors regarding design and contract projects.

Coordinates construction projects.

Responds to public inquiries and companies regarding water/wastewater operations.

Supervises positions and personnel to make best use of employees; interviews applicants and recommends and/or selects employees; develops employee’s capabilities; counsels employees and recommends disciplinary actions; enforces agency and County human resources policies and procedures.

Develops written policies, procedures and ordinances as they apply to public water and wastewater customers.

Develops business plans and initiates administrative actions required for operations including budget, fiscal, payroll, and personnel, purchasing and related actions.

Implements established goals and objectives in the organization; devises and implements work methods and procedures with good internal controls; reports on unit and programs progress and effectiveness.

Uses financial resources economically and efficiently; develops and administers budgets. Develops and maintains informational resources and safeguards their use. Procures, stores and distributes supplies and materials economically and efficiently. Ensures effective maintenance and operation of facilities and equipment.

Coordinates programs and activities with other units; reports delays and problems promptly and takes appropriate actions to maintain effective coordination of activities.

Prepares management reports; collects, analyzes and evaluates data and information and develops conclusions and recommendations thereon.

Communicates understanding and support of organization goals and program through actions and spoken and written words; interacts effectively with individuals and groups at all levels; maintains ties with external organizations; keeps all interested and involved parties informed of matters requiring their attention.

Conducts public hearings to determine water and sewer rates. Attends meetings and work sessions with County Commissioners and various professional and public interest groups.

Other Job Duties (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)

Knowledge of —

Principles and practices of civil engineering or environmental science as applied to the management of water/wastewater

Effective techniques of supervision.

Ability to –

Research and prepare written technical policies, procedures, and ordinances as they apply public water and wastewater customers.

Plan and direct county water/wastewater programs.

Manage a business plan with effective monitoring and internal controls.

Apply sound engineering and/or scientific judgment to resolve technical issues and problems.

Manage staff, daily operations, and policy development and implementation.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others encountered in the work.

Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Deal effectively with the public.

Description

Performs a broad range of environmental duties, including the safe efficient operation of the Household Hazardous Waste Program, Random Waste Inspection Program, Special Waste Inspection Program, Used Oil Collection Program, groundwater monitoring, VPDES compliance sampling, Industrial Wastewater Compliance Sampling, landfill gas monitoring, emergency spill response and various recycling programs for unusual and / or hazardous materials.

Performs sampling in the following areas: ground water monitoring, methane gas surface emission monitoring, drinking water monitoring, storm water monitoring, methane gas probe testing and leachate water discharge monitoring. In addition, performs quarterly inspections at all the SPSA transfer stations and the Regional Landfill simulating a DEQ (Department of Environmental Quality) inspection to identify potential permit violations before they arise. Also assists with HHW (Household Hazardous Waste collection) events and investigate and prepare reports for unauthorized waste.

All operations will be completed with/without direct, on-site supervision of the Environmental Coordinator and or the Environmental Manager.

Examples of Duties

Conducts Household Hazardous Waste events in a safe and efficient manner.

Conducts Random Inspections of incoming commercial waste at all SPSA facilities in an effort to ensure materials to be disposed of are within acceptable permit limitations.

Performs on-site inspections of materials and generating process in support of the Special Waste program.

Oversees the work of a team engaged in providing specific services, completing specific projects, or assisting other units.

Promptly prepares written reports for both the Random Inspection and Special Waste Programs which relay findings in a clear and concise manner.

Routinely monitors and removes unacceptable items which have been handpicked from waste streams at all SPSA facilities.

Maintains accurate records of recyclable materials collected from the various facilities.

Conducts simulated DEQ inspections at SPSA facilities to ensure compliance (self-inspections).

Corresponds with regulatory authorities as directed by the Environmental Manager.

Performs regularly scheduled sampling events of groundwater, storm water, industrial wastewater, landfill gas & industrial waste.

Conscientiously operates and maintains a wide array of scientific and industrial equipment in a manner which promotes longevity and maximum value.

Responds to emergency situations involving the release of hazardous materials providing both direction and physical support.

Removes refrigerant from CFC containing appliances and cylinders with profound respect for the associated hazards, established procedures and promulgated regulations.

Shows respect for workplace facilities, storerooms, satellite storage areas, and vehicles by maintaining a safe, orderly, and clean work environment.

Typical Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to high school graduation and at least two years of technical training or experience in the areas of physical/life science, chemistry, or hazardous materials management are required. Ability to obtain a HAZWOPER, class 6 drinking water license, and a Type 1 refrigerant license within 1 year in the position.

Must possess a valid motor vehicle driver’s license with a demonstrable safe driving record.

ICF is seeking a Senior Wildlife Biologist with project management and regulatory experience to support a wide range of projects in land use planning, renewable energy, mining, transportation, habitat conservation planning, and other planning sectors of our company. The position will be based remotely in the Mountain West region. A Senior Wildlife Biologist works on a wide variety of complex projects and works directly with clients and senior staff, as well as internal and external experts in their field of expertise. Successful applicants to this position would be responsible for planning and completing major project tasks related to the development and delivery of accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services.

Why you will love working here:

Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

What you will be doing:

Manage projects that involve technical analyses, biological field studies, and regulatory and permitting tasks.
Prepare biological resource analyses involving NEPA, federal and state laws, and agency consultations, including EISs, EAs, biological assessments, and biological evaluations.
Support and guide complex regulatory strategies.
Prepare proposals and support business development in target sector.

What you need to have (Minimum Qualifications):

BS degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Biology, Ecology, or related field.
5+ years of professional experience in Environmental Consulting or related field with focus on NEPA, Endangered Species Act (ESA) and/or environmental compliance.

What we would like you to have (Preferred Qualifications):

MS degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Biology, Ecology, or related field.
Experience working with private, public sector clients, and regulatory and resource agencies.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities, including ability to identify existing or potential problems and recommend solutions.
Experience with establishment and management of project scope, schedules and budget.
Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Access) and any project specific software programs.

We are seeking an Entry to Mid-Level Scientist/Engineer to join our growing Environmental team in Atlanta, Georgia or Charlotte, North Carolina. The ideal candidate possesses 2-5 years of experience serving as an environmental consultant, regulatory specialist, ecologist, and/or ecological or water resources engineer preferably with experience in renewable energy, oil & gas, transportation, stream/wetland ecological restoration, mitigation or federal environmental projects. The successful candidate would assist with environmental field studies (e.g. wetland delineations and geomorphic/functional assessments, threatened and endangered species surveys, NPDES inspections, Phase I/II ESAs, etc.) and document production (e.g. technical reports, NEPA documents, permit applications, ecological restoration plans, erosion and sediment control plans, stormwater pollution prevention plans, etc.). The successful candidate would be mentored by our dynamic team of environmental and water resource professionals while supporting a range of multidisciplinary projects. With guidance, the successful candidate would interface with clients and support proposal development.

Knowledge and Experience:

Jurisdictional wetland/ water delineations
Geomorphic assessments
Protected species habitat assessments and surveys
Federal/ state/ local permitting & mitigation support
Stormwater pollution prevention plan and erosion and sediment control plan preparation
Stream/wetland ecological restoration design or training experience
Manage schedules and environmental special studies
Coordination with interdisciplinary teams of designers and environmental SMEs for various infrastructure projects
Ideal candidates would show specific experience with both ecological design and permitting

Qualifications:

2-5 years of experience
B.S. in relevant environmental or water resources related discipline
Demonstrated experience leading ecology field tasks (e.g., water/wetland delineations, protected species surveys, erosion compliance inspections, etc.) and preparing associated technical documentation. This position can be filled as an Ecologist/Scientist/Engineer I/II/III to be determined by the years of relevant experience of the selected candidate. Individuals with a higher level of experience may apply and will be considered for a position commensurate with experience.
Must have a working knowledge of wetland science, flora/fauna and ecosystems of the Southeastern US, and relevant regulatory requirements
Proficient with GIS and mapping
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
Physically able to travel and conduct field work on various project sites with challenging field conditions such as steep terrain, thick vegetation, and inclement weather
Excellent technical writing and communication skills with ability to deliver complete and clean documents
Willingness to travel as projects require to include occasional overnight/extended travel
Relevant certifications such as Professional Wetland Scientist, Professional Wildlife Biologist, or Certified Ecologist would be viewed favorably
Ability to work well within a team environment, positive attitude, multi-task, and self-motivated to produce high quality work.
Ability and desire to learn and grow professionally

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology (EEOB) at Iowa State University (ISU) seeks applications for a Biogeochemist/Ecosystem Ecologist. This is a tenure-track, 9-month appointment in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at the rank of assistant professor. The position is part of a broader hiring initiative to expand established departmental and campus-wide expertise in environmental sustainability and global change biology. We seek candidates capable of establishing an externally funded research program in Biogeochemistry/Ecosystem Ecology, including topics relevant to Iowa’s agricultural landscapes. Mentoring of graduate students is expected. Teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels in areas of expertise, and service to the institution and profession are part of the faculty responsibilities.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. or equivalent in ecology, environmental science, or closely related fields.

Publications in nationally or internationally recognized journals.

Preferred Qualifications:

Evidence of potential to conduct impactful research in biogeochemistry/ecosystem ecology

Research experience and interests in biogeochemistry/ecosystem ecology relevant to Iowa ecosystems

Commitment to evidence-based, innovative teaching and student learning

Commitment to community outreach and service

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with technical support centers in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other federal agencies, all over the world.

The Environmental Engineer will act as a supplement to the existing federal staff to ensure the timely completion of authorized work for the 183 schools under the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) and BIE facilities around the country. Shall advise on or manage the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process over the various project phases regardless of project delivery methods used.

Our salary range for this position is based on the market data, $100k to $120k per annum (the range varies depending on experience and qualifications).

Key responsibilities:

Monitor and track the progress of designated construction projects in support of the assigned project manager and provide routine reports of accomplishments to appropriate officials and offices
Periodic review of ongoing work to ensure compliance with specified requirements listed in the Environmental Assessment or other NEPA/regulatory requirements
Coordinate the review of Environmental Assessments or Categorical Exclusion for the Division of Safety and Facilities Management (DSFM) funded projects
Provide technical assistance and advise to Project Managers relative to resolving existing project-related issues Projects are related to domestic, wastewater, sewage treatment, and air quality
Support in the execution of the Site Assessment Program by providing environmental engineering subject matter expertise
Lead the environmental engineering assessment effort at each project location
Contribute to the final evaluation report and site improvement recommendation
Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as needed

Qualifications to be successful in the role:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a comprehensive knowledge of project management of construction and renovation work from planning, design, and construction
Must be a licensed Professional Engineer
Knowledgeable in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), required
Comprehensive knowledge of site planning, building design, construction means, methods and codes, scheduling, material and labor cost estimating
Able to evaluate general compliance with environmental health, safety, and protection requirements
Familiar with design and construction methods
With a valid driver’s license

The Center for Creative Land Recycling (CCLR) is the oldest national non-profit organization pioneering infill development and land reuse to promote human and environmental health and economic revitalization. Our mission is to advance communities’ sustainable and equitable reuse of underutilized and environmentally-impacted, or brownfield, properties.

Through training and technical assistance, CCLR offers communities the tools needed to turn blighted properties into community assets including housing, open spaces, and commercial properties, thereby creating jobs and local tax revenues. To ensure optimal outcomes for our projects, we lead policy efforts at all levels of government to remove obstacles to sustainable development, increase available funding, and promote access to resources. CCLR engages stakeholders from all sectors and disciplines in creative partnerships that promote collaboration and innovation in sustainable development.

CCLR is a national organization with offices in California and New York. This position will join CCLR’s program team serving EPA Regions 9 and 10, including Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Washington, Idaho, Alaska, Oregon, and tribal nations.

Senior Brownfield Redevelopment Consultant (SBRC)

Federal funding is flowing and CCLR is growing! Now is a great time to join CCLR as a brownfield specialist. This position will report to the Executive Director or her designee and support the delivery of technical services to communities working to assess, clean up and redevelop underutilized and potentially contaminated brownfield properties. This position fills a critical role in the organization and the SBRC must be able to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines, work independently, exercise good judgment, and be flexible with shifting work flows depending on program priorities. The SBRC will: a) respond to requests for technical assistance around grant applications for site assessment and cleanup; environmental and reuse planning and regulation; reuse alternative analysis, such as renewable energy, housing, infill, open space and more; b) support in-person or virtual events and trainings, including recruiting speakers and giving presentations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a goal-oriented professional to work with a dynamic and mission-driven organization during a period of expansion and accelerated growth.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Senior Brownfield Redevelopment Consultant will perform a range of technical support activities in keeping with their qualifications, which could include:

Technical Assistance Support: Assist in delivering technical assistance on such topics as community engagement, site inventory and prioritization, planning reuse, remediation options, and funding sources. Track requests, service delivered, and outcomes.

Development of Collateral Materials: Work with municipalities and community groups to develop briefing sheets, property sheets, resource roadmaps or other materials that document information about the site for diverse stakeholders.

EPA Multipurpose, Assessment, Cleanup (MARC) Grant Review: Review, edit and guide eligible applicants applying for MARC grants.

Grant Management: Support EPA grant awardees with grant management, including work plan modification, budgeting, ACRES reporting, etc.

Training: Develop content for and execute in-person and/or virtual workshops, webinars, and conferences in EPA regions 9 and 10. Event topics could include, but are not limited to: remediation strategies, sustainable redevelopment, affordable housing development, community engagement, reuse of infrastructure, environmental justice, reuse financing, and developer engagement.

Redevelopment Outcomes Data Collection and Analysis: Contact past technical assistance recipients to collect data on quantitative and qualitative redevelopment outcomes including, but not limited to, acres remediated, open space created, jobs created, public health improvements, economic development, buildings erected, etc. Assist communities in devising and/or considering next steps if appropriate and warranted.

Case Study Development: Work with CCLR’s communications team to develop and disseminate case studies (blogs, infographics, short videos, etc.) that spotlight redevelopment stories, successes, and reuse champions.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have the following minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in urban design or planning, landscape architecture, or engineering field.
A minimum of five years of experience in working with public and private sector stakeholders in land reuse or environmental planning and/or brownfield redevelopment.
Experience with a broad set of software and web technologies including Microsoft Suite, Survey Monkey, Zoom and other video conferencing platforms. Experience with Salesforce and Arc GIS a plus.
Understanding of current policy trends related to land use, sustainability, community development, urban design, and climate change, including climate adaptation.
Experience in developing and delivering training and presentations.
Demonstrated ability to write content in the form of publications, papers, or blogs.
Exceptional organizational, written, and oral communications skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
Willingness and ability to travel across the country as needed, some weekends and evenings required.
Candidate must be located in EPA Regions 9 or 10 – CA, WA, OR, ID, CA, NV, AZ, HI or AK