Staff Nepa Regulatory Compliance Scientist

Sealaska Remediation Solutions, LLC, 1200 6th Ave, Suite 800, Seattle, Washington, United States of America ● Virtual Req #123

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Job Title:
Staff NEPA Regulatory Compliance Scientist

Job Summary:
The Staff Regulatory Compliance Scientist will support federal and commercial business operations. Will work as part of a team working on projects related to the regulatory analysis of technical projects for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and other federal statutes requiring specialized support.

Duties/Responsibilities:
• Support preparation of required compliance on complex projects, such as NEPA documents with an emphasis on environmental assessments, consultations for ESA and NHPA, and permit applications for Section 404 and 401 of the CWA.
• Participate in the writing technical documents (Description of Proposed Action and Alternatives [DOPAAs], Environmental Assessments [EAs], Environmental Impact Statements [EISs], Findings of No Significant Impact [FONSIs\, Findings of No Practicable Alternatives [FONPA\, Records of Decision [RODs)\, Section 106 and 7 Consultation packages, etc.).
• Help ensure that required environmental impact analyses are conducted pursuant to the NEPA and the Council of Environmental Quality regulations, when required by federal, state, and local governments.
• Write technical reports.
• Engage in regular coordination with internal project teams to ensure schedules remain on track
• Assist in the development of environmental studies in consultation with project manager.
• Contribute to a variety of federal and state NEPA and planning documents, including permitting applications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:
• Demonstrated skills working closely with program managers, clients and team participants and a successful track record in developing and completing assignments.
• Strong history working with federal and state government clients.
• Comprehension of government contract compliance requirements, especially recordkeeping.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Position is subject to satisfactory completion of a background check, and reference check. A valid driver’s license is also required for this position.
• Due to the nature of this work, U.S. citizenship is required

Education and Experience:
• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in engineering, science or a related technical field is required. Bachelor of Arts in environmental science/studies may also be acceptable.
• Advanced degree is preferred.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in relevant field.
• Substantial progress toward professional registration, e.g., Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG) is desired.
• Working knowledge of NEPA requirements and experience with implementation of NEPA, including successful contribution to EAs and EISs is required.
• Familiarity with natural and cultural resource management plans (INRMP, ICRMP, IPMP, ISMP, ESMP) is desired.
• Prior experience participating in NEPA document reviews and writing technical documents (DOPAAs, EAs, EISs, FONSIs, FONPAs, RODs) is desired.

Working Conditions:
The physical and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:
• Travel Requirements: Not applicable
• Physical demands: Not applicable
• Work Environment: Variable, remote and office settings as needed

Work Environment:
Position will work remotely from a home environment.

This description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to accurately reflect the activities and requirements of the position, but duties may be added, deleted, or modified, as necessary. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Who is Sealaska? Established in 1972, Sealaska is the Alaska Native regional corporation for Southeast Alaska. Our 23,000 shareholders are Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian people with more than 10,000 years of ancestral ties to the oceans, forests and communities of Southeast Alaska. We serve the twin goals of economic prosperity and environmental protection. Sealaska Remediation Solutions, LLC is a subsidiary of Sealaska.

We are committed to providing the best possible climate for maximum development and goal achievement for all our employees. As a subsidiary of a Native-owned company, Sealaska Remediation Solutions , LLC is proud to promote an inclusive and diverse workplace, with respect for the cultural traditions in the communities where we operate.

Sealaska Remediation Solutions , LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status or physical disability. However, preference may be extended to an enrolled member of a federally-recognized Indian Tribe*

*“Indian Tribe” means an Indian Tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, including any Alaska Native village or regional or village corporation as defined in or established pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (85 Stat. 668; 43 U.S.C. 1601) which is recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of their status as Indians.

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