Aquatic Resources Regulatory Specialist sAN DIEGO, ca

Aquatic Resources Regulatory Specialist sAN DIEGO ca

About Us

At the Environment & Planning (E&P) Division we are driven by our commitment to do whats rightfor our clients our team our communities and the environment. Our diverse group includes planners scientists program managers communicators economists technologists and strategists. We value collaboration curiosity and a dedication to excellence. These qualities define our culture and fuel our growth.

Although the range below is wider to accommodate growth within the job this position will have a starting pay range of $75000 to $95000 based on % match of qualifications/experience/responsibilities location and other.

Your Role

We are seeking an Aquatic Resources Regulatory Specialist and Delineator to join our Regulatory Compliance and Permitting this role you will:

Conduct aquatic resource delineations and conditional assessments using agency-approved methods.

Assist with permit applications for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Regional Water Quality Control Board California Department of Fish and Wildlife and California Coastal Commission.

Collaborate with our restoration team to draft mitigation documents.

Support the biological team in consultations with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and in preparing technical documents.

Youll work alongside a skilled team of wildlife biologists botanists aquatic resource specialists restoration ecologists regulatory experts environmental planners and compliance specialists. This position is based in Southern California with offices in San Diego Irvine and Los Angeles. Full-time remote work within Southern California is also an option.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in biology ecology environmental science or a related field.

At least 2 years of experience preparing permit applications and supporting documents under relevant regulations (Clean Water Act Sections 401/404 Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act State Fish and Game Code Section 1600).

At least 2 years of experience conducting aquatic resource delineations using approved methodologies.

Preferred Skills & Experience

Experience identifying jurisdictional waters and wetlands preparing delineation reports and supporting CRAM assessments.

Ability to collect organize and document field data for quality report preparation; strong analytical problem-solving and collaboration skills including preparing meeting materials.

Solid understanding of aquatic resource regulations regulatory review processes and effective teamwork with agencies.

Excellent communication abilities professional ethics adaptability to fast-paced environments and proficiency in MS Office.

Skilled at managing multiple priorities willing to travel (including overnight) and able to perform strenuous fieldwork.