Environmental Specialist I (Anchorage or Fairbanks) (Finance)
WHO WE ARE
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of architectural, engineering and consulting services , including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker's more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country. To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/ .
ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICE IN ALASKA
Our environmental team supports various client needs for evaluations, regulatory permitting and National Environmental Policy Act documentation requirements for infrastructure improvements across the state. We are a dynamic team dedicated to responsible development that enhances the quality of life in the Alaskan communities we serve. We offer diverse work opportunities to support environmental compliance for projects in roadway, aviation, rail, water resources engineering, and pipeline and facility design. This position also has cross-discipline opportunities to work in transportation and community planning, as well as public outreach and communications.
DESCRIPTION
The Environmental Specialist will work within our Transportation group which includes environmental, highway and aviation design, planning, and public outreach/communications. This position will be focused on Alaska business and clients but will have opportunities to work on projects with our other offices throughout the US. The selected candidate may be based in our Anchorage or Fairbanks offices
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare documentation in compliance National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements, working with design team on alternative analysis
- Prepare permit applications for various resource impacts including wetlands and waterbodies, fish and habitat and floodplain
- Conduct field and desktop surveys and studies for wetlands, habitat assessments, and other environmental resource impacts
- Perform environmental research and analysis
- Conduct formal agency coordination and public outreach
- Assist with proposal production and marketing initiatives
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in biology, wildlife management, environmental studies or related sciences field
- 2-5 years related experience conducting environmental field studies and preparing NEPA documentation, technical reports, and permit applications for various proposed developments and projects
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated experience with technical writing and presentation of data in logical formats (charts, graphs, tables)
- Proficiency with GIS use for database and map/figure production
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
- Interest in cross-training with Planning (environmental, transportation, and community/urban) as well as public outreach and communications a plus
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position $85k-$115k per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.We are seeking an environmental professional to join our growing Alaska team and provide environmental services for clients in various sectors including transportation, federal, and water resources.
