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HELIX Environmental

Air Quality/GHG/Noise Specialist

HELIX Environmental, San Diego, CA, United States

Job Type

Full-time

Description

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. (HELIX), a growing, employee-owned California-based environmental consulting and planning firm, is seeking a motivated Environmental Specialist - Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas (GHG), and Noise Studies to support the high-quality consultant teams in our La Mesa, Pasadena, or Folsom, California offices. HELIX offers environmental, biological, acoustical, air quality, cultural resources, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors. Our Environmental Planning Group prepares environmental documentation for a wide range of projects including residential and mixed-use projects, educational facilities, recreational facilities, roadways, rail, airports, energy/utilities and water/wastewater facilities, commercial/industrial development, and military facilities.

Why work at HELIX?

  • Employee-owned since 2004
  • Offers a hybrid work schedule with flexibility of working in-office and remotely
  • Invested in professional growth and employee development and training
  • Recognized for our workplace practices, employee wellness programs, and community contributions
  • Named as one of the 2023 Best Firms to Work For by ZweigGroup
  • HELIX also offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
  • Robust Health Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision) for employee and dependents
  • Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Accrual of Paid Personal Time Off
  • Bonus Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan participation
  • 401K participation with employer contributions
This Environmental Specialist - Air Quality/Noise position requires a minimum of 3 years (5 years preferred) of experience as an analyst conducting modeling and impact assessment of air quality/GHG and/or noise in conformance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

Specific responsibilities would include the following:
  • Conduct air quality analysis (criteria air pollutant emissions, general air quality conformity, air toxics and health risk assessments, source dispersion modeling) using models such as CalEEMod and EMFAC.
  • Conduct GHG emissions/climate change analysis (construction and operation emissions, source reductions, climate change policy/climate action plan consistency assessment) using CalEEMod.
  • Quantify construction, stationary and mobile noise levels using computer models such as the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Traffic Noise Model (TNM), FHWA Roadway Construction Noise Model (RCNM), and DataKustik Computer Aided Noise Abatement (CadnaA) program.
  • Conduct ambient noise measurements using ANSI Type II sound level meters.
  • Assess compliance with applicable standards and CEQA significance thresholds.
  • Research local ordinances, general plan policies, and federal guidance, as applicable, to identify applicable impact significance thresholds and compliance standards for analyses in different jurisdictions.
  • Prepare technical studies and CEQA/NEPA document sections.
  • While experience in both noise and air quality/GHG is desirable, if the selected candidate has only noise or only air quality/GHG analysis experience, HELIX will provide training in the other service area.
This position is best suited for a candidate with a positive attitude and strong research, writing, mathematical/scientific, analytical, and verbal communication skills. This individual must have the ability to coordinate effectively with multiple planning project managers, and to prioritize and complete high-quality work within specified deadlines and budgets. The applicant must have a strong work ethic, positive attitude and experience working in a team-oriented environment.

Please note that this is not a laboratory, environmental testing, or hazardous materials studies/ management position. Please submit a cover letter in addition to your resume.

Pay will be based on qualifications and/or experience, with a robust benefits package. The expected salary for an Environmental Specialist II ranges from $65,000 to $75,000 annually.

HELIX is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of gender, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or veteran status. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

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Requirements

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in an environmental science, planning, engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience (outside of academic requirements) preparing air quality, GHG emissions, and/or noise/acoustic technical studies for projects in California, including studies in support of CEQA/NEPA documents.
  • Knowledge of California and federal regulations and guidance pertaining to air quality, GHG, and noise issues, including the Clean Air Act, Assembly Bill 1279, Senate Bill 32, Title 24, and CEQA/NEPA.
  • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills; a demonstration of these skills may be required during the interview.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software programs, including Word and Excel.
Additional skills considered a plus:
  • 5 or more years of experience preparing air quality, GHG emissions, and/or noise/acoustic technical studies for projects in California, including studies in support of CEQA/NEPA documents.
  • Proficiency with CalEEMod, EMFAC, AERMOD, and HARP air quality models.
  • Proficiency with ANSI Type I/Type II noise level meters surveys and noise models including the FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM), CREATE rail model, CadnaA, and the Roadway Construction Noise Model.
  • Experience preparing environmental documents in compliance with CEQA and NEPA (Environmental Impact Reports or Statements, Environmental Assessments, Initial Studies, Mitigated Negative Declarations).
  • Experience in proposal preparation and marketing of consulting services and established client relationships.
  • Masters or Ph.D. degree in environmental science, planning, engineering, or related field.


Salary Description

Range of $65,000 to $75,000 annually