THIS POSITION
Our firm is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Environmental Specialist with QSP or QSD certification to join our team! You will be responsible for supporting our team in providing environmental planning, sustainability assessments, and regulatory compliance services for our clients. Your primary focus will be working on plans and permits for water quality and air quality and performing inspections for stormwater pollution prevention for construction sites.
The ideal candidate must have a QSP or QSD certification, strong background in environmental science, environmental engineering, earth science, geography, or a related field. Candidates should possess excellent communication and collaboration skills, as well as the ability to work independently.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Research, interpret and assist clients with implementing federal, state, and local environmental regulations including air, water, wastewater, storm water, hazardous materials, environmental site assessments, etc.
- Obtain information and prepare compliance documents including Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Indirect Source Reviews (ISR), Dust Control Plans (DCP), CEQA/NEPA, etc.
- Perform ongoing construction site inspections to make observations and prescribe improvements to prevent stormwater pollution from construction activities.
- Assist with project management including budget and schedule creation and tracking
- Interface with public agencies to confirm requirements and gain approval of environmental applications
- Develop existing and new lines of business through proposal/RFP writing, client relations, and improving process workflows
- Drafting and producing environmental figures and exhibits using CAD and PDF editors
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences, Planning, Earth Science, Environmental Engineering, Geography or a related field (or In-process)
- Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) or Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) Certification preferred.
- At a minimum, a candidate must be motivated to complete on-the-job online training and exams to obtain these certificates.
- General understanding of the principles and practices of the environmental consulting industry.
- Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Computer Aided Design (CAD).
- Scientific and technical writing experience.
- Technical competence and understanding of one or more environmental specialties, such as air, noise, land use, socio-economics, earth resources, hydrology, biology, geology, etc.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and work independently with a high degree of problem solving and personal accountability.
LOCATION
- This position is located in Clovis, CA and requires occasional off-site meetings or client site visits.
BENEFITS
- Medical (two PPO plan options)
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Bereavement
- Paid Holidays
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) Plan with generous company contribution
- Certification Reimbursement
- Professional Membership Reimbursement
- Life / AD&D / LTD options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Apparel Allotment
- Premium coffee/snack/drink assortment
- Cookie Wednesday
- Frequent employee mingles and lunches
- Continuous Growth Opportunities
- Great people to work with!
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY
- BC&F is passionate about problem-solving and innovation
- Our Firm works on a wide range of infrastructure projects where you’ll help clients solve complex challenges in a collaborative and dynamic environment
- You'll work on exciting projects, learn from talented professionals, gain technical expertise, and develop leadership skills that will take your career to the next level
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Relocation assistance will not be available for this position.
- Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S.
- Please no calls, emails, or additional contact for inquiry.
- Our HR team will be in contact with you if we need additional information or wish to schedule a phone or personal interview with you.
- Blair, Church & Flynn is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected factor