National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) Specialist

National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) Specialist

Location: Oakland, CA

Clearance: Public Trust

The National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) Specialist, Civil Engineering Unit (CEU) Oakland provides environmental compliance support, and environmental planning support (environmental impact reviews and permitting) for maintenance and construction of USCG shore facilities, real property actions, and long-term capital planning. 

• Identify environmental issues associated with shore infrastructure engineering, real property, and planning actions, specifically relating to natural and cultural resources protection under federal laws such as the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Coastal Zone Management Act, and National Environmental Policy Act;
• Review construction specifications and identifying best management practices and/or mitigation requirements necessary for compliance with federal environmental laws;
• Prepare permit applications and supporting analyses for Coast Guard projects, including but not limited to US Army Corps of Engineers Section 404/Section 10 permits, Endangered Species Act Section 7 consultations with National Marine Fisheries Service and/or US Fish and Wildlife Service, Section 106 submittals to State Historic Preservation Offices, and consistency determinations to state Coastal Zone Management agencies;
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, and working with project staff to obtain required permits and approvals;
• Assist CEU staff in documenting environmental impacts and preparing environmental documentation under the National Environmental Policy Act (such as categorical exclusions, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements);
• Scope and manage environmental studies such as sediment analyses, biological surveys, and historic studies;
• Assist in other environmental projects as assigned;
• Conduct site visits, reviewing contractor submittals for technical and legal sufficiency, and providing technical support in answering questions and resolving conflicts;
• Provide environmental compliance support for other projects as assigned; and
• Provide regular verbal and written updates of project status.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the environmental field
• Basic familiarity with the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite of products.

Salary Range: $68,000 - $75,000

The above salary range represents a general guideline. Integral Federal considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers, such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and/or discretionary bonuses in addition to base pay. 

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Our package also includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Earned Bonuses & Awards
• Professional Training Reimbursement
• Paid Parking
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability