Assistant Environmental Specialist

BLAIR, CHURCH & FLYNN CONSULTING ENGINEERS

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

• We are strategically located in central California to best serve the needs of our clients.
• This position is located at our office in downtown Clovis and requires occasional off-site meetings or client site visits.
  
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with continuous growth opportunities
• Medical (two PPO plan choices)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life / AD&D / LTD options
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Plan with generous company contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid Bereavement
• Apparel allotment
• Complimentary coffee/snack/drink assortment
• Cookie Wednesday
• Frequent employee mingles and lunches
• Personal phone stipend
• You'll have the opportunity to work with great people, tackle big challenges, and make a real impact – while being your unique, authentic, self at work.
  
  
  

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY

• We pride ourselves on being a thriving, fast-paced company that recognizes talent and effort and rewards hard work. The work is exciting and never stagnant. It's about the "what's next" as much as the "mission accomplished".
• We offer a friendly and family-focused work environment, exciting projects, excellent compensation including bonuses, corporate events and a complete package of benefits.
• You will gain in-demand expertise in CEQA, stormwater, and air quality regulations and plans, as well as foundational experience in Environmental Consulting.
• You will receive invaluable exposure to how a Project goes from concept to a fully built facility.
• You will work with highly experienced project managers, engineers, architects, facilities managers, municipal staff, and contractors to learn how all parties work together (or solve disputes) to complete a Project while you assist these actors in complying with environmental regulations.
  
  
  

Additional Information

• Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S.
• Relocation assistance will not be available for this position.
• 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.
• 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.
• Location/Region: Clovis, California (Fresno County), requires occasional off-site meetings or client site visits.