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.
Starting Salary Range: $62,000 to $68,000 annually
To Apply:
Email resume and cover letter to Julie Newman, Human Resources Manager (julie@blackwaterenvironmentalgroup.com)
Qualifications
Required Education, Skills, and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in environmental planning, environmental science, or a related field
3-5 years of practical experience in environmental planning
Understanding of environmental regulations such as NEPA, Section 4(f), Section 106, Section 404, Section 7, and Environmental Justice
Experience preparing sections of NEPA documents
Ability to successfully 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, or a related field
Experience preparing NEPA documents for transportation or energy projects
Experience coordinating with regulatory and resource agencies to facilitate environmental review
Independent research, data collection, and impact analysis experience
About the Company
Blackwater Environmental Group is a small but growing woman-owned environmental consulting firm located in Baltimore County, MD, providing environmental planning and related 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.