What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Planner position at Jacobs?
Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking to add an Environmental Planner to the team. This position is classified as a full-time position, but a modified work schedule (21 to 39 hours per week) is an option. Jacobs’ hybrid work model allows for some work to be performed from home; however, the position will be assigned to one of Jacobs’ Denver-area office locations. The successful candidate will oversee processes and prepare documentation in compliance with various environmental laws such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act, etc.At Jacobs, you’ll work for a company that strives to provide opportunities for employees to learn, grow and thrive. When it comes to environmental consulting, we’re focused on cleaning up our communities today to improve our tomorrow.As an Environmental Planner based out of Denver, Colorado you’ll have the opportunity to use your specialized in-depth knowledge and play a role in all stages of performing alternative analyses and play a role in public involvement for a variety of transportation, water and utility projects for a diverse public and private client base. You’ll work independently to solve a range of complex problems as you grow your career. You’ll use best practices of NEPA and other environmental regulations to prepare well written environmental documentation for our clients. You’ll also research and prepare technical reports for NEPA documents, prepare permit applications as well as coordinate regulatory permitting issues with internal and regulatory agency staff.Technical / Functional Responsibilities : Collects environmental, social and / or economic data to be used in developing alternatives to study under NEPA and in assessing impacts.Supports scoping activities, developing purpose and need, developing alternatives and preparing documents in compliance with NEPA.Prepares and / or contributes to NEPA documents, including Categorical Exclusions (CEs), Environmental Assessments (EAs) and Environmental Impact Statements (EISs).Performs various aspects of environmental planning assignments, applying knowledge of environmental planning principles.Collaborative team approach internally and externally; contact with clients and public and regulatory agencies.Bachelors Degree in Urban, Regional or Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Geography, Biology / Ecology, History, Archaeology, Historic Architecture, Landscape Architecture or a related fieldA minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental planningUnderstanding and experience preparing environmental documentationAbility to work both individually and as part of a collaborative team contributing to the preparation of environmental documentation for a diverse range of projectsExperience supporting public involvement, agency coordination and interfacing with stakeholders and professionalsIdeally, You’ll Also Have : Masters Degree in Urban, Regional or Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Geography, Biology / Ecology, Landscape Architecture or a related fieldExperience with state or local environmental requirements (i.e., California Environmental Quality Act)Experience delivering NEPA documents for federal land management agenciesExperience preparing Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact StatementsSpecialized area of experience, such as wetland delineation and permitting, visual impact assessments, Environmental Justice analysis, and other areasExperience with Federal Lands Highway DivisionsExperience with water development projectsExperience with GIS for resource identification, mapping, and analysisAbility to read technical design drawingsUnderstanding of project development processes and how environmental and planning activities fit within project deliveryJacobs is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
