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About the role
Location(s): Encinitas
Practice/Department: CEQA/NEPA
Internal Title: Environmental Planner I
Work Environment: In-person/Hybrid
Compensation: $27-$33 hourly*
Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.
Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.
Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.
Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.
Who You Are
As an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently.Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation.
How You’ll Make an Impact
The Environmental Planner I will support environmental reviews and analyses in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This role involves assisting with the evaluation of potential environmental impacts for a variety of projects, supporting environmental documentation, and coordinating with project teams to help ensure compliance with applicable regulations. The position provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in environmental planning while contributing to sustainable development efforts.Duties and Responsibilities
Environmental Review and Analysis- Assists in the preparation of environmental documents for compliance with CEQA and NEPA regulations, including initial studies, environmental impact reports (EIRs), environmental impact statements (EISs), mitigated negative declarations (MNDs), addenda, and categorical exemptions/exclusions.
- May research and analyze environmental data relevant to air quality, water resources, land use, noise, biological resources, cultural resources, and other environmental factors that impact project sites.
- Supports project teams to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations, including but not limited to CEQA, NEPA, Clean Water Act, and the Endangered Species Act.
- Assists in the preparation of public notices and communication materials related to environmental reviews. Attend and contribute to public meetings and hearings as necessary.
- Contributes to the development of environmental document sections, studies and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations related to the environmental impact of projects.
- Works closely with senior planners, engineers, biologists, and other technical staff to incorporate environment
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