What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Planning Specialist position at Logistics Management Institute?
Overview
LMI is a consultancy dedicated to powering a future-ready, high-performing government, drawing from expertise in digital and analytic solutions, logistics, and management advisory services. We deliver integrated capabilities that incorporate emerging technologies and are tailored to customers' unique mission needs, backed by objective research and data analysis. Founded in 1961 to help the Department of Defense resolve complex logistics management challenges, LMI continues to enable growth and transformation, enhance operational readiness and resiliency, and ensure mission success for federal civilian and defense agencies.LMI seeks an environmental planning specialist to support a federal program management office in Washington, DC. Join our team of collaborative self-starters focused on delivering practical and efficient solutions to help our client keep U.S. borders safe and facilitate trade and travel. As part of our high-performing team, you will augment our vital work to provide environmental planning, NEPA, and integration and compliance to this critical mission.
Responsibilities
You will assist a federal agency in executing its environmental program and complying with environmental laws and regulations, such as the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Strong communication skills, a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative solutions, a sound understanding of environmental laws and processes, and creative problem-solving acumen are critical success factors.
Representative responsibilities:
- Supports federal environmental branch lead as a part of our environmental technical team
- Develops environmental clearances, technical reports, consultations, guidance are provided in compliance with CBP policies and directives
- Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations for projects across the country
- Tracks progress of environmental requirements until completion and ensures final documents, mitigation, and metrics are recorded in various CBP tracking and repository systems
- Coordinates with multiple internal and external stakeholders to include regulatory agencies and other branches of CBP and DHS.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field required (science, engineering, etc.)
- 3 years of overall experience required with 2 years of experience in NEPA compliance preferred.
- Previous work with CBP’s portfolios and program offices is a plus.
- Work experience in one or more of the following areas:
- NEPA
- NHPA
- ESA
- CAA
- CWA
- RCRA
- Development and implementation of environmental-related training programs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint; TRIRIGA; and ArcGIS.
- A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.
- Relevant professional certification or training in environmental planning preferred
- Ability to work productively in a telework/mobile work environment required.
Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance use, and employment verifications; active U.S. Customs and Border Protection background investigation preferred. Please note that only U.S. citizens are eligible for a suitability determination.
EEO Statement
LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer-all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
