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California State Association of Counties

Natural Resources Senior Planner

California State Association of Counties, Los Angeles, California, United States,


Date Posted:

August 29, 2024Salary:

$105,280.50 – $125,970.00 AnnuallyDescription:Largely responsible for supporting the engineering team with natural resources analysis and CEQA compliance for permit acquisition from the environmental resource agencies. Will provide input on design considerations to protect and enhance habitat features, negotiate permit conditions, and track mitigation and monitoring requirements. A proven record with project management is essential as this position will coordinate consultants and staff, negotiate and track multiple projects and their conditions over the entire project cycle.The work is dynamic, requiring strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to accomplish the following tasks that range among:Coordinating with the project managers and directors to develop permitting strategies.Analyzing project impacts on species and the environment.Preparing permit applications and negotiating with agencies.Hiring and managing consultants.Working with project managers to identify and implement best management practices and develop mitigation strategies to offset impacts.Conducting pre-project biological surveys.Qualifications:Our Highly Qualified Candidate will be an exceptional project manager with experience in environmental/natural resource projects including permitting of public works and/or habitat restoration projects in and adjacent to creeks, wetlands, bays, and other water bodies. The highly qualified candidate would have knowledge of local species, habitats, and the experience with best management practices for permits from state and national Fish and Wildlife, Regional Water Board, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and others. The candidate will be dedicated to achieving maximum benefits to people, wildlife, and habitat while maintaining flexibility and a good perspective on the constraints of permitting and construction schedules.Application Deadline:

Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 11:59pm PacificEOE

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