Kleinschmidt has a full-time opening for a Staff Regulatory Consultant i n the Pacific Northwest (PNW) Region. In the PNW, we have offices or workspaces in Portland, OR, and Vancouver, Redmond, Seattle, and Bellingham, WA. This position has a flexible office/remote schedule requiring 1-2 days in the office.
Salary: $55,191.00-$82,798.00/year (based on experience)
Who You Are
An environmental professional with a minimum 2-5 years of experience in regulatory, licensing and compliance work including State and Federal permitting processes (i.e., US Army Corps of Engineers 404 permits, 401 Clean Water Act permitting, Section 106, SEPA, CEQA). A bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Policy, and/or Studies; Ecology; Planning; Recreation; Political Science; or a related field is required.
Knowledgeable: Experience with federal regulations relating to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and acts such as the National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Coastal Zone Management Act, Clean Water Act, etc. Professional or collegiate-level writing, communication, and research techniques and a demonstrated ability to organize and track multiple project assignments. Proficient with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook. Ability to selectively apply AI to work Products. Working knowledge of GIS as a data source for regulatory projects.
Relationship-Focused: The ability to interface with the public, agencies, and clients in a variety of settings, public speaking experience, ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team and communicate assignment of tasks to other staff, as necessary.
Motivated: Interest in learning and gaining additional experience.
Additional Requirements

• Must be able to travel on occasion for in state and out-of-state meetings or assignments
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Must possess permanent authorization to work in the United States

About The Position
The Staff Regulatory Consultant position will work on Kleinschmidt's ongoing hydroelectric relicensing/licensing and permitting efforts. The successful candidate will participate as part of a team of technical professionals working on primarily hydroelectric, as well as other renewable energy projects, in the PNW and California, with opportunities for additional project work across the country.
This position will assist regulatory professionals and scientists with a wide range of tasks, including preparing applications for federal hydropower licenses through environmental analyses, and developing reports, meeting agendas, presentations and preparing state and federal environmental permits. This position may include occasional fieldwork and travel but is primarily an office-based position.
Day-to-day tasks will include project-related research and review of environmental regulations; writing and summarizing environmental, scientific and engineering data; coordinating and attending meetings with resource agencies and contractors; and assisting with project schedule and budget planning. The ideal candidate will be able to lead small to medium tasks while managing competing deadlines across various technical areas.
Discover Your Future at Kleinschmidt
At Kleinschmidt, we combine engineering expertise, regulatory know-how, and scientific skills to tackle the most challenging projects in renewable energy, water resources, and the natural environment. With over 50 years of experience, we stand out as one of North America's premier employee-owned consulting firms specializing in hydropower.
Our team thrives on passion and engagement, continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity. At Kleinschmidt, you'll find a vibrant community of professionals eager to share knowledge and help you achieve your career goals. We place technical excellence at the core of what we do, fostering an environment that prioritizes continuous learning and professional development. Join us and turn your potential into impactful solutions that define the future of our planet.
Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Program
• Comprehensive medical/dental/vision package
• 401(k) with 4% employer match and 100% immediate vesting
• 10 Floating Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Ownership

Kleinschmidt is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is our company policy and culture to provide equal opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, disability status, national origin, veteran status, and all other dimensions of diversity.