ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER

JOB SUMMARY: 

Environmental Planner II

CERM is seeking a qualified Environmental Planner II to support multiple projects within the Environmental Planning Group.  The Environmental Planning Group within this multi-disciplined, integrated consulting firm, specializes in a wide range of services including roadway planning; aviation planning and master planning; city/county comprehensive planning; community engagement; redevelopment land planning; sustainability/resiliency planning; and water resource master planning.

The successful candidate will serve as a NEPA Specialist to ensure environmental projects are in compliance with the state and federal regulations under the Georgia Enviornmental Policy Act (GEPA) and/or National Enviornmental Policy Act (NEPA).  The candidate will: 1) plan, prepare, and monitor environmental research and evaluate potential impact of assigned projects; and 2) estimate the level of pollutants involving air, land, and water to devise mitigating measures.

This position requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty or in a related area. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The following list of duties is not an exhaustive list 

• Identify special resources within project scope of work
• Gather and analyze data from various sources
• Evaluate impact to special resources
• Develop concise reports as directed (with minimal supervision)
• Submit assigned project research and documentation to Project Manager
• Maintain project files
• Conduct interviews of project stakeholders 
• Effectively manage time on assigned tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledges, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list:

• Ability to communicate with and coordinate planning efforts with members of project team
• Strong presentation, communication and MS Suite skills 
• Excellent writing skills and computer skills
• Strong ability to perform research and data analysis
• Able to synthesize data and information collected for use by clients
• Possess a working understanding of NEPA and GEPA regulations including Environmental Assessments, Categorical Exclusions, and Environmental Impact Statements
• Commitment to learn new skills and join other teams for exposure to unique projects based on company/group needs, as different projects are awarded and project scopes change
• Ability to travel up to 25% of time to perform work outside of local geography
• Ability to operate in MS TEAMS, ZOOM and other virtual collaboration tools
• Ability to work independently or with a team, as the projects require

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Planning or Business Administration or similar
• Minimum of three years of experience in community/urban/regional planning or aviation/transportation planning
• A master’s degree is a plus

LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners), preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required
• Public and Client meetings may require some walking, standing and lifting items generally less than 25 lbs
• This position would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This job operates in a professional office environment
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines
• This position may require some evening and/or weekend work

CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT, L.L.C. is a Certified Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, and/or disability. C.E.R.M. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background, credit check, and drug screen.