What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waterway Permitting Specialist (Hybrid) position at ms consultants, inc.?
Waterway Permitting Specialist - Environmental (Hybrid)
ms consultants
Columbus, Cleveland, Akron, Youngstown, Ohio
We are looking to add another Waterway Permitting Specialist to our environmental studies team. The ideal candidate will understand how to prepare Section 404/401 permit applications for transportation, utility, and commercial development projects in Ohio or nearby states. Tasks will include conducting stream and wetland field studies, writing and reviewing technical reports, preparing Section 401/404 permit applications, and related environmental documents. This position will involve some travel, possible overnight stays, and interaction with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and regulatory agency personnel.
Our company has adopted a hybrid work schedule that allows for part time work from home and part time work in the office giving you more work/life balance.
What You'll Do:
- Prepare Nationwide and Individual Section 404 and Section 401 Water Quality Permit Applications including narratives, maps, and standard forms.
- Meet with federal and state agency staff during the application review process.
- Prepare and review wetland delineation and stream functional assessments.
- Organize and re-format information included in construction plans.
- Create maps and graphics using GIS.
- Coordinate with federal and state agencies regarding endangered species and historic resources.
- Assist with preparation of environmental documents related to stream and wetland impacts.
What You'll Bring:
- Excel and enjoys working individually and in a team environment
- Experience working with Army Corps and Ohio EPA waterway permit applications is required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, or equilivant experience
- 5 years of relevant experience with waterway permit applications preferred.
- Experience with State of Ohio regulatory agencies (OEPA, ODNR, OHPO) is preferred.
- Experience with state DOT projects is preferred.
Why Choose ms consultants?
We are proud to be an award-winning engineering, architecture, planning and environmental consulting firm, annually ranking within ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms. We partner with a variety of public and private clients and take pride in the many relationships we have formed by providing quality design solutions since 1963. We are dedicated to helping these clients achieve their goals through integrated, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service.
As a member of the ms team, we consider your needs as a professional and as an individual outside of work. We offer a career path which provides opportunities for advancement at any level of your career and costs for licensure, certifications and further education. To support yourself and your family, we offer a robust benefits package which provides options for health coverage in addition to life insurance, disability, long-term care and more. Our comprehensive 401(k) plan is here to set you up for the future from hire to retire. We emphasize work-life balance and offer time off and flexible work schedules for when you need, it in addition to company paid holidays. Wherever you are in your personal and professional journey, ms has you covered.
Our Vision:
Talented people… exceptional service… successful solutions
Our Mission:
By investing in our people, clients, and communities, we will nurture our philosophy of teamwork, respect, a caring attitude, and excitement, creating opportunities for success.
ms consultants, inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. ms fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. ms does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
