Environmental Planner

About Insignia Environmental
Insignia Environmental (Insignia) is a collaborative, fast-paced growing environmental consulting firm full of bright, motivated employees. Our services are focused on the unique needs of energy projects, including renewables, electricity, and gas. We pride ourselves on being solution-oriented and go beyond traditional environmental review and permitting to leverage innovative concepts and technology to deliver results for our clients. Our reputation in the industry precedes us, and we are extremely proud of it

Why Join Us?

We love our employees, listen to their input, and strive to take care of them. We are constantly investing in and providing opportunities for development and growth through internal training programs and our professional development program. We frequently gather for teambuilding events to strengthen our relationships and celebrate our employees' milestones. We value giving back to our community and hold several volunteer events for our employees every year.

In support of our goal of being the best place to work, Insignia offers a casual, flexible work environment with generous benefits, including a 401(k)-equivalent program, medical insurance (including partial coverage for significant others and dependents), and an above-industry amount of paid time off that escalates with tenure. Our canine friends are invited to "work" in the office with us

Position Details

Insignia is looking to fill immediate openings for Environmental Planners who will embody Insignia's vision to be our clients' most trusted partners, always delivering excellence with integrity. These are full-time hybrid roles that are based out of Insignia's Menlo Park and Encinitas office locations in California.

Job Description

• Conduct research.
• Perform impacts analyses.
• Prepare permit assessments and California Environmental Quality Act/National Environmental Policy Act (CEQA/NEPA) reports.
• Manage permitting efforts.
• Coordinate with staff.
• Assist project managers with task management and manage small- to medium-sized projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning, environmental policy, or a similar discipline from an accredited 4-year college.
• Experience assessing environmental impacts under CEQA/NEPA and/or preparing permit applications is highly preferred.
• Professional work experience in environmental consulting in a similar role is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to complete assignments and project tasks on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent writing and technical editing skills, with advanced experience in Microsoft Office.
• Rigorously detail-oriented and committed to accuracy.

Other

• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Willingness and ability to travel when needed.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Benefits And Compensation

• The pay range for this position is $65,000 to $85,000 per year.
• Insignia is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Insignia's benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, employee assistance program, retirement savings plan, and bonuses .

How to Apply

Insignia is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making a difference in the environment and want to join a team that values excellence and camaraderie, we would love to hear from you

Interested applicants should submit a resume to with a brief cover letter or cover email. Please include the phrase "Environmental Planner Resume" in the subject line of your email. We request that applicants refrain from calling our office directly regarding this position.

Insignia may request, for lawful employment purposes, background information about candidates from a consumer reporting agency in connection with employment.

Insignia is an equal opportunity employer. Insignia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, mental or physical disability, genetic predisposition or characteristics, or any other characteristics protected by applicable state or federal civil rights law.

For additional information about working at Insignia, check out our Careers Page.