Environmental Compliance Specialist I

Location(s): Riverside County / Inland Empire
Practice/Department: Compliance
Work Environment: Hybrid
Compensation: $25.00-$38.00 hourly*

Dudeks journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern Californias water and wastewater agencies.

Today we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has beenrecognized by leading industry organizations andwevebeen honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.

Ouremployee-ownersare unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues such as the transition to renewable energy infrastructure hardening and repair environmental protection and community resilience.

Learn more about ouraward-winning culture thebenefits and perksof being aDudekian and theprojectsyou will have the opportunity to shape.

Who You Are

As anemployee-owner you embrace accountability working safely andcollaborationwhile thinking resourcefully and independently.

Like allDudekians you are curious andsolution-oriented with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit ofinnovation.

HowYoullMake an Impact

Dudek is seeking a self-motivated enthusiastic individual for an Environmental Compliance Specialist. The selected individual will support environmental compliance efforts regulatory research field monitoring data collection reporting and ensure project adherence to environmental laws and regulations. Additionally the Environmental Compliance Specialist I will assist with inspecting construction project(s) for compliance with Storm water regulations particularly the California Construction General Permit as a Storm Water Inspector. A Storm Water Inspector is responsible for ensuring site compliance with the California NPDES Construction General Permit the projects Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and any other applicable requirements (e.g. Dewatering Permits etc.).

The Environmental Compliance Specialist will gain hands-on experience in environmental compliance processes while working under the guidance of senior Environmental Compliance professionals.

Duties and Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance and Permitting

• Assists in researching and interpreting environmental regulations and policies to support project compliance.
• Helps prepare and submit permit applications compliance reports and environmental documentation.
• Supports project teams in ensuring compliance with federal state and local environmental laws (e.g. National Environmental Policy Act NEPA California Environmental Quality Act CEQA Clean Water Act CWA and Clean Air Act CAA).

Field Monitoring and Data Collection

• Conducts site visits and field assessments to monitor environmental conditions and ensure regulatory adherence.
• Collects and analyzes environmental data/samples related to air water and soil quality.
• Assists in implementing best management practices (BMPs) for erosion control stormwater management and other environmental protections.
• Conduct routine storm event and post-storm inspections to verify site compliance with SWPPP maps and permit conditions.
• Trouble-shoot site compliance and BMP issues.

Reporting and Documentation

• Assists in preparing technical reports impact assessments and compliance audits.
• Maintains organizes and prepares environmental records monitoring/inspection logs and field notes.
• Supports teams with environmental impact mitigation planning and tracking.

Project Coordination and Communication

• Supports coordination efforts with regulatory agencies project managers and field teams to ensure smooth compliance workflows.
• Participates in team meetings and project discussions to provide regulatory insight.
• Assists in responding to compliance-related inquiries and project needs.
• Communicate site/BMP issues and inspection results with construction and client personnel

Professional Development and Industry Engagement

• Stays up to date on environmental policies industry trends and best practices.
• Participates in training programs workshops and professional organizations.
• Seeks mentorship and learning opportunities to advance technical knowledge and compliance expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 years experience in environmental compliance stormwater inspections regulatory assessments or permitting.
• Bachelors degree in Environmental Science Natural Resource Management or a related life sciences field.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Capable of field work and walking on difficult terrain.
• Must possess a valid drivers license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of environmental laws and regulations.
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with geographic information systems (GIS) or environmental modeling tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with Best Management Practice (BMP) and NPDES regulation knowledge.
• Familiarity with construction job sites and plans.
• Access to a 4WD vehicle for use during inspections (preferred not required). If a 4WD vehicle is required for a specific site inspection one can be provided.

Compensation: $25.00-$38.00 hourly*

*Finalagreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to an individuals related experience education certifications skills and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.

Working Conditions

• This joboperatesin a remote or office-basedenvironmentand this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones printers etc.

• Thisjob requires occasional project site visits based outdoors which can include excessive noise uneven walking surfaces extreme weather and moving vehicles and equipment.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following:

• Working on a computer sitting or standing forlong periodsof time in an office or remote office setting.

• Attending meetings both in person and virtually and speaking on the phone with peers clients etc.
• Specific vision abilities including close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

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Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees regardless of their background feel valued respected and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair andequitableprocesses based on merit free from any discrimination.

Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable lawsprovidingequal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to allpersonsinvolved in Dudeks operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship including recruitment hiring training promotion transfer compensation benefits discipline layoff recall and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudeks commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action.

Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.