What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental and Permitting Specialist position at LaBella Associates?
We are seeking a junior-level Environmental and Permitting Specialist for gas and electric distribution, transmission, and substation utility projects. This position will be in our Environmental Permitting and Compliance Group and based out of a client's office in Binghamton, NY, with the ability for some hybrid work. The position will mainly be officed-based with occasional fieldwork. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of permitting, planning, or environmental experience and be a highly motivated worker with a willingness to work both independently and on a team. The position will require someone who is willing to manage a variety of different tasks and projects simultaneously. Preference to candidates who already have experience managing projects or individual tasks independently.
Duties
- Manage all permitting and environmental tasks on utility projects (e.g. wetland/stream impacts, stormwater, threatened and endangered species, historical/cultural impacts, rights-of-way, railroads, municipal, Article VII/VIII, Part 102, Article 10/94c, etc.).
- Provide in-field project oversight, as applicable to environmental and permitting tasks.
- Organizational and multitasking skills are a must while working in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Independently manage tasks and meet project deliverable schedules while simultaneously working as part of a team.
- Environmental permitting experience preferred
- BS or MS in Environmental Science, Biology, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Planning, or related field of study.
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced setting.
- Exceptional verbal and technical written communication skills are essential as well as time management skills
Salary Range: $40,000 - $60,000
The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
o Flexible Work Schedule
o Health/Dental Insurance
o 401k Plan with Employer Match
o Short & Long Term Disability
o Profit Sharing
o Paid Time Off
o Leadership Development Program
o Fitness Reimbursement
o Tuition Reimbursement
o Referral Bonus Program
o Wellness Program
o Team Building Events
o Community Service Events
Salary : $40,000 - $60,000
