Environmental Planner

Rincon Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Environmental Planner to join our team in California. As a key member of our environmental consulting team, you will be responsible for conducting and overseeing research, field work, impact analysis, report preparation, and business development related to CEQA/NEPA and related technical studies.

• Write and manage the preparation of CEQA/NEPA documents for renewable energy, electric transmission, and other energy generation facilities
• Write and manage constraints and feasibility studies
• Perform and manage current planning duties through the entitlement and permitting stage
• Interface with clients and make public presentations to agency decision-making bodies
• Perform agency consultation and ensure environmental regulatory compliance
• Demonstrate confidence in decision-making and be recognized by clients and peers as having expertise in CEQA/NEPA and related technical areas
• Understand the entire environmental scope of the projects and their impacts on the various groups & agencies involved

• Minimum B.S. in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related degree
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Must have knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of environmental planning; federal, state, and local laws and regulations relating to planning and environmental resources
• A practical understanding of CEQA and/or NEPA, as well as knowledge of other federal, state, and local environmental statutes and regulations
• Highly motivated with excellent technical writing, interpersonal, and communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, strong time management skills, and innovative
• Self-starter willing to tackle a variety of tasks simultaneously
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite of programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Competitive salary range: $74,000-$105,000
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and bonus opportunities
• Three weeks of vacation accrual in the first year, paid sick leave, and paid holidays
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options

Rincon Consultants, Inc. is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcome applications from qualified candidates.