Environmental Planner - CEQA/NEPA
Rincon Consulting, Inc

Job Info

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Rincon Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Planner to support our Environmental Sciences and Land Use Planning group with an emphasis on environmental (CEQA/NEPA) assessment and permitting of renewable energy, electric transmission, and other energy generation facilities.

What Do You Get To Do In This Position:

• Prepare environmental compliance documents in accordance with CEQA and NEPA documents with an emphasis on renewable energy and utility projects
• Prepare technical studies (e.g., air quality, greenhouse gas, energy, and noise)
• Prepare constraints and feasibility studies
• Perform current planning duties from the entitlement stage through project implementation
• Promote a culture of teamwork, engagement, quality service, and customer satisfaction to our public and private clients
• Enhance Rincon's professional reputation and demonstrate the ability to be creative and innovative with these tasks while representing Rincon in a professional manner
• Work closely with Rincon Principal(s) and Managers to promote our business interests in adherence with the company's mission, vision, and values

This Job Might Be For You If You Have The Following:

• Minimum B.S. in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related degree
• Minimum of 2 years of experience
• Must have knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of environmental planning; federal, state, and local laws and regulations relating to planning and environmental resources
• A practical understanding of CEQA and/or NEPA, as well as knowledge of other federal, State, and local environmental statutes and regulations, is highly desirable
• Highly motivated with excellent technical writing, interpersonal, and communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, strong time management skills, and innovative
• Self-starter willing to tackle a variety of tasks simultaneously
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite of programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Rincon Consultants, Inc. is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California. Recognized as the #1 'Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For' by the Zweig Group in 2021. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 300+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose. If hired, we require proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.

Total Rewards Package* Includes:

HMO, PPO, HDHP, Health Savings Account options
Three Weeks Vacation accrued in the first year
401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
2x/Year Bonus Opportunities
Paid Sick Leave
Eight Paid Holidays
Flexible Spending & Dependent Care
Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
Dental, vision, prescription drug
Supplemental life insurance
Volunteer Pay for a Day
Legal Shield, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance
Professional Development
Mentoring
Patagonia Merchandise Partnership
And much more!

*All programs subject to review and change and are provided for regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30+ hours per week

Rincon Consultants, Inc does not accept unsolicited applicant/candidate resumes from search firm recruiters and/or temporary agencies that do not have a signed contract and specified work order with Rincon Consultants. Further, such resumes received will be deemed the sole property of Rincon Consultants and no fees will be paid in the event Rincon Consultants subsequently hires such individual. Rincon Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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