Environmental and Historic Preservation Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee environmental screening for roughly 40 proposed equipment locations across three islands.

• Address NEPA considerations, floodplain management as outlined in 44 CFR Part 9, endangered species protection, wetlands, and coastal zone regulations.

• Implement the FEMA eight-step floodplain decision-making protocol for sites located in Special Flood Hazard Areas.

• Collaborate with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, NOAA Fisheries, and the USVI Department of Planning and Natural Resources, including Coastal Zone Management.

• Develop the FEMA-format EHP support package, encompassing narrative, maps, annotated photographs, and additional documentation.

• Partner with the Historic Preservation / SHPO Specialist to incorporate Section 106 findings related to historic properties.

• Work alongside GIS specialists, field survey teams, and design engineers to validate project footprints, assess ground disturbance, and evaluate visual impacts.

• Assist in client review and finalization of the EHP package while addressing any FEMA EHP inquiries.

• Monitor environmental conditions and commitments for subsequent design, permitting, and construction phases.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental planning, natural resources, or a related discipline is mandatory.

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in NEPA compliance, including categorical exclusions and environmental assessments.

• Direct experience with FEMA EHP reviews for HMGP or Public Assistance projects is highly desired.

• Familiarity with 44 CFR Part 9, Endangered Species Act Section 7, the Coastal Zone Management Act, and NHPA Section 106 is essential.

• Experience in telecommunications or infrastructure siting (e.g., towers, rooftop equipment) is preferred.

• Background in island or coastal settings, particularly in the Caribbean or U.S. territories, is advantageous.

• Excellent technical writing abilities and a working knowledge of GIS data are required.

• Willingness to travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands for site inspections is necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Retirement plans with employer contributions.

• Opportunities for professional development and support for career advancement.

• A dynamic and collaborative work atmosphere.

• Chance to travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands for site visits.