Mid-Senior Level Environmental Analyst
Work from home! However, the ideal candidate must be a current resident of or willing to relocate to California, Washington, or Idaho.
Acorn Environmental (Acorn) is seeking a mid-level environmental analyst with 3+ years of experience in environmental consulting who is looking to accelerate their career by assisting with a range of exciting projects. This position involves learning a niche consulting market in supporting Native American Tribes with environmental compliance for fee-to-trust acquisitions, land management/planning, and development projects.
About Us
Acorn Environmental is a dynamic women-owned environmental planning and analysis firm specializing in services for Native American tribes, public agencies, and private sector clients. We are experts in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), tribal environmental policies and ordinances, and related environmental laws and regulations. We have a reputation for delivering high quality environmental services and endeavor to grow our team of elite professionals by investing in the development of our people. Our associates benefit from regular interaction and one on one guidance from highly experienced and successful environmental compliance experts. Our growing list of active projects includes tribal fee-to-trust acquisitions; water, wastewater, and transportation infrastructure; affordable housing projects; mixed-use and commercial development; recreation facilities; and restoration/conservation. Our office is located in El Dorado Hills, California, but the majority of our staff enjoy working remotely.
A Day in the Life
As a small business, our staff are constantly collaborating in real-time to meet project deadlines as a team. Occasional travel may be needed. Typical tasks may include but are not limited to:
- Researching, writing, and reviewing sections of larger environmental compliance documents in accordance with CEQA and NEPA;
- Writing and reviewing technical reports, including summarizing research and survey results;
- Occasionally assisting with environmental fieldwork as needed;
- Word processing and editorial tasks, such as document formatting, pdf compilation, and conducting reference checks; and
- Checking in and collaborating with colleagues
Our business model provides you the freedom to innovate and tailor your career towards the subjects that interest you most, whether it be environmental policy, socioeconomics, geology/soils, biological resources, water resources, GIS mapping, or other environmental areas.
Required Qualifications to Apply
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/policy, biological sciences, or similar environmental field;
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States;
- Must be a current resident in or willing to relocate to California, Washington, or Idaho;
- At least 3 years of experience in environmental consulting and in writing environmental compliance documents in accordance with CEQA and NEPA;
- Excellent communication, organizational, and writing skills (a writing sample will be requested);
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance for our staff. We offer flexible hours to accommodate work/life balance, or for staff working in various time zones or who just enjoy traveling. Other benefits include paid vacation/sick time and paid holidays. Starting compensation for this position will vary depending on the experience and educational background of the selected candidate but is expected to range between $75,000 and $120,000 annually.
To Apply
To be considered for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]