Aquatic Permitting SpecialistYour RoleWe are seeking an Aquatic Permitting Specialist to join our Regulatory Compliance and Permitting Team. In this role, you will:
- Conduct aquatic resource delineations and conditional assessments using agency-approved methods.
- Assist with permit applications for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Board, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and California Coastal Commission.
- Collaborate with our restoration team to draft mitigation documents.
- Support the biological team in consultations with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and in preparing technical documents.
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of experience preparing permit applications and supporting documents under relevant regulations (Clean Water Act Sections 401/404, Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, State Fish and Game Code Section 1600).
- At least 2 years of experience field work
Preferred Skills & Experience- Experience identifying jurisdictional waters and wetlands, preparing delineation reports, and supporting CRAM assessments.
- Ability to collect, organize, and document field data for quality report preparation; strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, including preparing meeting materials.
- Solid understanding of aquatic resource regulations, regulatory review processes, and effective teamwork with agencies.
- Excellent communication abilities, professional ethics, adaptability to fast-paced environments, and proficiency in MS Office.
- Skilled at managing multiple priorities, willing to travel (including overnight), and able to perform strenuous fieldwork.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$73,770.00 - $125,408.00
San Diego, CA (CA74)
