Permitting Specialist

Company: Logan Simpson
Location: Tempe
Posted on: November 24, 2022

Job Description:

Logan Simpson is an award-winning, multidisciplinary consulting firm that specializes in environmental consulting, cultural resource management, community planning, and landscape architecture design services. Our goal remains simple: to help guide responsible change. From the beginning, our founders were focused on protecting natural resources and advancing the wellbeing of our communities. We are seeking a candidate who will contribute to our diverse, collaborative, and innovative team; maximize the opportunity to learn new techniques and skills; and bring new tools and ideas to the table. Logan Simpson has an immediate opening for a regular full-time Permitting Specialist to be based out of our downtown Tempe, Arizona office. Responsibilities Include: Performing field investigations and preparing studies and documents related to all aspects of Sections 401, 402, and 404 of the Clean Water Act. Position Requires: Bachelor of Science or Arts degree in Biology, Planning, Anthropology, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or Environmental Studies or closely related field.
At least three years of consulting or agency experience or equivalent combination.
Experience preparing Section 404 Permit applications.
Capability to travel to project areas throughout Arizona, Nevada, Utah, and New Mexico.
Demonstrates strong technical written and verbal communication and public speaking skills.
Demonstrates strong orienteering skills (such as map, GPS, and compass).
Demonstrates strong use and knowledge of the following: Clean Water Act, US Army Corps of Engineers Section 404 Program, and the Arizona and National Pollution Discharge Elimination Systems.
Must be able to meet tight deadlines, working overtime if necessary.
Must be able to occasionally work outside in extreme temperatures on steep, rocky, and/or uneven terrain.
Be able to work cooperatively in a team-oriented setting.
Possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Exemptions from vaccination may be considered for medical reasons or for a sincerely held religious belief. Preferred Qualifications: Experience preparing Jurisdictional Delineation mapping of waters of the US and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans.
Clean Water Act or Mine Safety Health Administration (MSHA) training.
Proficiency in GIS software applications. Compensation: This is a full-time position paid on a salaried basis between $41,160 to $85,280 annually, depending on experience and education. Logan Simpson offers the following benefits and perks: A Comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision plans, firm paid Life/AD&D, Long-Term Disability coverage, and a 401(k) with a firm match.
Paid time off starting at 16 days off per year, and 7 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday.
Work on a variety of interesting projects.
Support for professional conference attendance and external trainings.
Internal professional development program.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Babies-at-Work program.
Paid Costco memberships, paid parking, and reimbursement for public transit costs. If interested, please apply and attach a resume and a cover letter. Diversity, inclusion, and respect are at the core of our values. Here at Logan Simpson, we believe we have a responsibility as a firm to promote and guide responsible change. To do that, we embrace the unique perspectives and experiences of each of our talented staff members. We strive to create an inclusive workplace to connect us closer to our clients and the communities we serve. Logan Simpson is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. No staff member or applicant is ever denied equal opportunity or discriminated against because of race (including hair style), color, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, parental status, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation or belief, military or veteran status, or any other prohibited factor, including equal pay for staff members who perform equal work. Staff members are recruited, hired, and promoted based on the individual who is the most qualified for that particular position.

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