About the Role
Please note that we are not actively interviewing; however, we welcome your application and will keep it on file for future consideration.
Duties*
• Prepare environmental (NEPA) documentation including CE’s and EA’s and assist with preparing EIS and RODs
• Complete research to provide supporting information for technical environmental studies and complete technical reports under guidance of a Senior Environmental Planner such as CEA, ICE, noise, air, etc.
• Conduct local, state, and federal agency coordination with limited assistance or supervision
• Assist Senior Environmental Planners with duties related to work tasks, as needed
• Assist Environmental Planner I with learning job duties and tasks, review of work, provide general guidance
• Assist with developing and conducting public and stakeholder involvement/engagement plans and activities
• Prepare project meeting materials and presentations for delivery to clients and agencies to advance understanding of projects
• Review engineering plans to ascertain environmental impacts
• Interpret laws, regulations, and guidance
• Develop strategies and/or alternatives to avoid and minimize impacts to resources or mitigate unavoidable impact
*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
To Apply:
Email resume and cover letter to Julie Newman, Human Resources Manager (julie@blackwaterenvironmentalgroup.com)
Requirements
Required Education, Skills, and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in environmental planning, environmental science, landscape architecture, or a related environmental or engineering field
6-10 years of practical experience in analysis of Acoustic and/or Air Quality Impacts for transportation projects
Skilled at using ArcGIS
Mastery of computer-aided design software (MicroStation, AutoCAD, etc.)
Proficiency with FHWA’s Traffic Noise Model (TNM)/TNM 2.5 Training Certificate
Strong knowledge of FHWA guidance on highway and noise impacts and abatement
Proficiency with travel demand forecasting and interpretation of traffic data
Strong understanding of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Clean Air Act
Experience with the Motor Vehicle Emission Simulator (MOVES) and CAL3QHC
Ability to work independently and problem solve
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency using Microsoft Office suite of software applications
Demonstrated proficiency with technical writing, as well as reviewing and proofreading of materials for content, grammar, and style
Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience
Master’s degree in environmental planning, environmental science, landscape architecture, or a related environmental or engineering field
Experience preparing sections of NEPA documents
Independent research, data collection, and impact analysis experience
About the Company
Blackwater Environmental Group, a small but growing woman-owned environmental consulting firm located in Baltimore County, MD, provides environmental planning services focused within the transportation and utility industries. At Blackwater, you will enjoy a flexible, friendly work culture. We offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience as well as a benefits package including health, dental, vision, and company paid short-term disability and life insurance paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching. Blackwater also offers professional development including certifications, advanced education courses, and training.
Blackwater Environmental Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.