Environmental Planner jobs in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Environmental Planner plans, prepares, and monitors environmental research and evaluates potential impact of assigned projects. Ensures environmental projects are in compliance with the state and federal regulations. Being an Environmental Planner estimate the level of pollutants involving air, land, and water to devise mitigating measures. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Additionally, Environmental Planner typically reports to a supervisor. To be an Environmental Planner typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Associate Environmental Planner (Associate Flood Control Planner)
  • County of Riverside
  • Riverside, CA OTHER
  • The Flood Control District currently has multiple opportunities for Associate Environmental Planners for the Regulatory Division at Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District. Note that the official job title is “Associate Flood Control Planner” (FCP).  Associate FCPs serve as PM on most projects and provide general guidance and direction to Assistant FCPs and other technicians and administrative support staff. Associate FCP candidates could come from a variety of disciplines which include, Environmental Planners, Biologists, Regulatory Specialists, City Planners, or Archeologists (or many of the other specialties within the CEQA/environmental planning field).  Each of these disciplines have specific skill sets that are applicable and could complement the Regulatory Division.  
     
    The District’s FCPs not only interact with District staff, but also with many other public agencies and stakeholders such as developers, planning and engineering consultants, members of the public, the Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Boards, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, USFWS, and various other federal, state and local government agencies, and non-profit organizations.
     
    The Regulatory Division is primarily responsible for ensuring that the District complies with the following state and federal environmental laws: CEQA, NEPA, FESA, CESA, AB-52, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Fish and Game Code Section 1600 et seq., Clean Water Act Sections 401 and 404, and the Western Riverside County and the Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plans (MSHCP).
     
    In addition, the Regulatory Division provides support for all types of District actions such as constructing new flood control facilities, maintaining existing facilities, developing master drainage plans, and issuing encroachment permits to developers or other public agencies for their projects. The Associate FCP will help develop and implement compliance strategies for our projects that balance protection of the natural environment with the District's mission to responsibly manage stormwater in service of safe, sustainable and livable communities.
     
    The District desires candidates with experience working collaboratively on Capital Improvement Projects (CIPs), public works or capital facility projects, water resources projects and private development projects. Successful candidates will have experience with:
    • applying environmental regulations to these types of projects;  
    • California environmental and regulatory setting, obtained through directly related work experience within that setting
    • conducting comprehensive research on regulations, policies, and best practices to inform project decisions 
    • conducting site assessments and impact analyses; 
    • collaborating with a variety of technical specialists to identify project requirements and develop solutions to meet federal, state, and local environmental regulations
    • preparing, reviewing, and coordinating the production of various decision documentation, environmental/technical reports (i.e. air quality, water quality, biological resource, cultural resource technical studies and the full range of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documents; 
    • applying legal basis to planning, maintenance, and land development activities
    • internal and supporting agency coordination; and, 
    • internal and external correspondence associated with environmental reviews and findings. 
    The District also desires candidates with a strong knowledge of impact assessment methodologies and the CEQA process as well as other relevant state and federal environmental laws, and a willingness to learn and develop expertise in environmental regulations and CEQA Project Management. Experience in project compliance with environmental laws and regulations, such as NEPA; National Historic Preservation Act, Assembly Bill 52, Federal Endangered Species Act; California Endangered Species Act; Clean Water Act (Sections 401 and 404); AB52, and/or California Department of Fish & Game Code is also desired.   Knowledge and experience utilizing GIS software/programs and ability to read and interpret engineering drawings would also be useful to the work performed.
     
    The FCP series and professional progression include Assistant FCP, Associate FCP, Senior FCP, Environmental Project Manager and Division Chief.
     
    Please Note: The District also has FCPs in our Watershed Protection Division, however their sole focus is NPDES compliance; this current recruitment is not intended for NPDES professionals, unless the individual is otherwise qualified with the applicable environmental experience described herein.

    Meet the Team!
    The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District provides for the control and conservation of flood and storm waters and for the protection of watercourses, watersheds, public highways, life and property from damage within its boundaries.
    Provide support and technical assistance for capital improvement projects; work closely with our design engineers to recommend design options that avoid or minimize environmental impacts, participate in stakeholder meetings and occasional public meetings.

    • Prepare Requests for Proposal/Scope of Work for capital improvement projects; review consultant proposals/scope of work, budgets, and schedules and participate in selection of same.

    • Manage consultant progress and work product; provide technical guidance to personnel engaged in complex environmental review processes; review invoices for management approval; use technical knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental laws and regulations to facilitate capital improvement project delivery.

    • Prepare or review CEQA/NEPA documents or related technical studies and documents; prepare CEQA compliance documents and notifications for maintenance and emergency repair projects.

    • Assist with the AB52 consultation process and oversee related mitigation efforts for compliance such as, Tribal and archeological monitoring.

    • Prepare applications and obtain 404 permits, 401 certification, and stream bed alteration agreements for construction and maintenance of flood control facilities by working closely with federal, state, and local resource agencies; work cooperatively with stakeholders, including cities, oversight agencies, non-profits, and affected private developers.

    • Conduct and/or assist with field surveys to gather data on natural resources and land use conditions to assess impacts and formulate recommendations. • Applicants must have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs.
    Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in planning, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, environmental studies, biology, urban/city/regional planning, hydrology, geology, geography, landscape architecture, archeology, anthropology, Public Policy or other discipline associated with the environment or land use development.

    Experience:  Two years of responsible professional planning experience.

    Knowledge of: Local, state, and federal environmental laws, regulations, and standard practices; CEQA, NEPA, National Historic Preservation Act, AB 52, Clean Water Act (404, 401), ESA, California Fish and Game Code, and other applicable state and federal regulations and guidance; Water of the US and Waters of the State, and Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plans.

    Ability to: Research, compile, analyze, and interpret data; communicate effectively orally and in writing in a variety of situations; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; analyze complex planning problems, technical studies and documents, develop and evaluate alternative solutions, and recommend effective courses of action; analyze environmental impacts and make recommendations to minimize or avoid these impacts; conduct biological site surveys; prepare technical environmental reports and comply with federal, state, and local laws.
    Application Deadline
    Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received. Based on the number of applications received, this posting may close without notice.  First resume review will be conducted on 5/31/23.
     
    Reasonable Accommodations
    The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: http://dao.rc-hr.com/.
     
    Degree Verification:
    Prior to the closing date, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). 
    ***Prior to the closing date, upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts or Foreign Education Equivalency report. ***

    Veterans’ Preference  
    The County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse’s) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse’s letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans’ preference. See the policy here. 

    What’s Next?
    This recruitment is open to all applicants.
     
    Applicants who are currently County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the Flood Control District may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of the applications received.

    Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.

    Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. No late applications will be permitted.

    For specific questions regarding this position, contact the Ebelyn Skinner at eskinner@rivco.org.
     
    BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE. 

    If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
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Environmental Planner Mid Level - FEMA PA
  • Sol Engineering Services Llc
  • Ontario, CA OTHER
  • SOL Engineering Services, LLC is an engineering and technical services provider, with over 19 years of engineering and consulting experience. Our viability comes, in part, from utilizing the diverse b...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Environmental Planner - Project Manager (Riverside, CA)
  • Kimley-Horn
  • Riverside, CA FULL_TIME
  • Overview Kimley-Horn is seeking an Environmental Planning Project Manager to build and lead an Environmental Practice, based in Riverside, California. Responsibilities The successful candidate will ha...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Planner
  • CIRCOR
  • Corona, CA FULL_TIME
  • ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE BUSINESS: A&D LOCATION: Corona, CA DIRECT REPORTING: Sr Planning Manager FUNCTIONAL REPORTING: About CIRCOR Aerospace & Defense CIRCOR Aerospace & Defense is focused on the de...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Environmental Services Laborer/Field Technician
  • Patriot Environmental Services Inc.
  • Ontario, CA FULL_TIME
  • WHAT WE DO As a premier provider of environmental services in the Western United States, Patriot Environmental Services provides a wide range of industrial, emergency response and remediation services...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Business Development Manager – Fontana, CA
  • GrayMar Environmental
  • Fontana, CA FULL_TIME
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Associate Environmental Planner I
  • EPD Solutions, Inc
  • Irvine, CA
  • About EPD Solutions Our mission is to create an environment where we can share our passion for expertise, planning, the ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Electrical Engineer
  • AECOM
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • **Company Description** **At AECOM, were delivering a better world.** We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Traffic Engineer
  • AECOM
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • **Company Description** **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Specialist
  • Crown Poly, Inc.
  • Huntington Park, CA
  • Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Electro–Mechanical Maintenance Specialist requires a multi-skilled...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. CEQA/NEPA Project Manager (Planner)
  • Yorke Engineering
  • Diamond Bar, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Join Yorke Engineering, LLC, an Environmental Consulting leader in California that imple...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Construction Project Manager
  • AECOM
  • Orange, CA
  • **Company Description** **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Environmental Engineer - Technical Lead
  • AECOM
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • **Company Description** **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Construction Manager - Transit Systems/Track
  • AECOM
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • **Company Description** **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Rancho Cucamonga is a city of about 177,000 residents located just south of the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and Angeles National Forest in San Bernardino County, California, United States. About 37 miles (60 km) east of Downtown Los Angeles, Rancho Cucamonga is the 19th most populous city in southern California and the 27th state-wide. The city's seal, which centers on a cluster of grapes, alludes to the city's agricultural history including wine-making. The city's proximity to major transportation hubs, airports, and highways has attracted the business of several large corporations...
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Income Estimation for Environmental Planner jobs
$72,251 to $98,366
Rancho Cucamonga, California area prices
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