NEPA Specialist
Description
NEPA Specialist – Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, archeology, anthropology, cultural resource management, chemistry, engineering, or a related field, required. Master’s degree is preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in environmental planning or NEPA compliance, preferably within transportation or infrastructure projects.
- Experience should include:
- Interpreting and applying environmental laws and regulations (e.g., NEPA, Section 106, Endangered Species Act, Clean Air Act, Executive Orders, Clean Water Act, Section 4(f))
- Preparing or reviewing NEPA documents, such as environmental impact statements, environmental assessments, and categorical exclusions.
- Preparing technical reports, documentation, and briefing materials.
- Coordinating with regulatory agencies and stakeholders
- Preferred experience:
- Environmental permitting and NEPA compliance for pipeline projects.
- Application or interpretation of Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety regulations.
Skills:
- Ability to prepare and review environmental documentation and technical studies.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordination with agencies, stakeholders, and the public.
- Proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
Other Requirements:
- Position is based in Washington, DC, with an expectation of regular in-person work and attendance at meetings as needed.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
We are committed to a merit-based hiring process that values individual skills, qualifications, and performance. Our hiring practices comply with all applicable federal, state, and executive orders, including the recent Executive Order on Equal Opportunity Hiring.