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The Davey Tree Expert Company

Senior Associate Regulatory Specialist

The Davey Tree Expert Company, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450


Senior Associate Regulatory Specialist

Virginia Beach, VA, US, 23451

Additional Locations:

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Primary Locations:

VA, Virginia Beach, 1008 Old Virginia Beach Rd Suite 200, 23451

Requisition ID:

201667

Position Overview

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, has an opening for a Senior Associate Regulatory Specialist specializing in Wetlands and Waters Permitting, and NEPA to join our Hampton Roads, Virginia team. This position serves as liaison between regulatory agencies and clients for regulatory authorizations with a heavy emphasis on technical writing, regulatory expertise, interaction with regulators, permit application and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) document preparation.

Job Duties

Meet with clients, prepare scopes of works and fee proposals, and Design-Build materials

Subject matter expert and research current state and federal regulations and project design needs for public and private clients

Manage large scale projects with multiple stakeholders and consultants, varying timelines, and complex logistics

Prepare and manage permit application preparation for the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) and Virginia Marine Resources Commission (VMRC)

NEPA document writing and management

Build practice with private development clients and localities, state and federal agencies

Mentor existing staff and grow team, work within interoffice regulatory staff

Collaborate with team members to ensure project objectives (scope, schedule, deliverables) are met in accordance with established metrics

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have demonstrated success working with a diverse client base in both public and private sectors, as well as the ability to work independently and with a team.

Minimum qualifications include:

Bachelor's degree in environmental planning, science, or policy

15+ years of experience in permitting/NEPA and project management

Thorough understanding of environmental regulations pertaining to 404/401 Clean Water Act, Virginia Water Protection (VWP) permit program, NEPA, and Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act

Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines under limited supervision

Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities

Ability to provide excellent customer service

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a dynamic environment

Strong organizational, time management, attention to detail, and analytical skills

Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment; offer constructive feedback and direction to support goals

Preferred qualifications include:

Experience with NEPA concerning Virginia’s Locally Administered Projects Program, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) or DoD agencies

Experience with wetland delineations, hazardous materials investigations, fisheries, air and noise regulations, and/or grant writing and planning related to coastal resiliency

Knowledge of AutoCAD, GIS, GPS

Knowledge and experience with land development, utilities, transportation, stormwater, flood mitigation and/or resilience practices

Additional Information

What We Offer:*

Paid time off and paid holidays

Opportunities for advancement

401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match

Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options

Group Health Plan

Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend

The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees

Charitable matching gift program

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on exchanging ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at

Recruiting@davey.com

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Employment Type:

Permanent

Job Type:

Full Time

Travel Expectations:

Up to 25%

Davey is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and considers all qualified employees and applicants for all positions regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state, or local law. It is our mandate that all matters related to the terms and conditions of employment and all treatment on the job be free of discrimination. In addition, harassment based on any protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.

To preview Davey’s relevant EO/AA plan, please submit a written request to: The Davey Tree Expert Company, Attn: HR, 1500 N. Mantua Street, Kent, Ohio 44240.

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