Regulatory Permitting Associate

We create, integrate, visualize and communicate planning concepts as they move from the initial vision through implementation. Our planning professionals build strong client partnerships, working with residents, businesses, developers, educational and medical organizations, state and local governments, the military and other federal agencies to successfully plan the future of their communities or institutions. At Michael Baker International, we focus on people and places, improving communities and creating more sustainable, convenient, equitable, healthful, efficient, and attractive places.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a Regulatory Permitting Associate to support aquatic resource assessments and permit processing for development, maintenance, ecosystem restoration, and conservation projects located in the southern California region. The ideal candidate would have a strong working knowledge of field survey techniques, technical reporting standards, and regulations protecting wetlands and waters of the US/state. This position requires completing aquatic resource delineations, identifying plant species, summarizing field-collected data, compiling and preparing technical reports, assisting with regulatory permit application packages, and assisting regulatory permit processing and approvals. Additionally, the position requires daily planning of assignments and tasks and additional duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate would be part of a team that services a variety of projects associated with land development (e.g., residential, commercial), public works (e.g., flood control, transportation, water resource), habitat restoration, and other market sectors. The Regulatory Permitting Associate would assist with day-to-day project needs and work collaboratively with Michael Baker’s extensive network of in-house professionals including other natural resource experts, environmental planners, land development specialists, engineers, hydrologists, and GIS analysts.

A balance of field survey days, remote work from home, and office days will vary from week-to-week and seasonally. Field-level tasks typically comprise 1 to 2 days per week and are located within a two-hour drive from Michael Baker’s southern California office lo cations .

Typical tasks may include, but not be limited to:

• Conducting field work to map jurisdictional wetland and stream resources across watersheds and ecoregions within southern California
• Researching and preparing technical studies, with a primary focus on aquatic resources delineation reports
• Assisting with the preparation and processing of regulatory agency permit applications for the US Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Boards, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and California Coastal Commission
• Managing personal workload and coordinating task scheduling with a group manager
• Conducting compliance monitoring during the construction phase of a project
• Supporting environmental analyses and report writing for other groups in the Planning Practice

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Botany, Ecology, Resource Management, or related field
• 3+ years of experience with biological services-oriented work including involvement in and proficiency with regulatory permitting and compliance
• Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or CRAM Trained Practitioner desirable
• General knowledge of field biology, botany, restoration ecology, hydric soil indicators, and Streamflow Duration Assessment Methods in the southern California region
• Desire to continuously learn and grow as a professional
• Ability to travel and perform in different weather conditions and moderately difficult terrain while meeting set project schedules and budgets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate technical knowledge and analyses in reports, team meetings, and client interactions
• Strong computer skills using the Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of GPS mapping applications (e.g., Field Maps, Survey123) and post-field GIS tools and workflow coordination

COMPENSATION
The annual salary range for this position is $75,000 to $100,000. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.

BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits

ABOUT US

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.