Environmental Planner
Environmental Planner / Analyst
Northern California
Job Description
To support our growth in Northern California, we are seeking an Environmental Planner to contribute to the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services, typically working on multiple projects with all levels of staff.
The primary duties are to prepare environmental impact analyses for a wide range of projects including land use development, transportation, infrastructure, water, and energy.
The position includes conducting research and coordinating with public and private clients, engineering partners, technical sub consultants, and regulatory / resource agencies to prepare the analyses.
The role includes working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and supporting project directors, project managers, and deputy project managers (based on the size and complexity of the project).
Key Responsibilities
Gather data, conduct research, and proficiently write impact assessments for various environmental topics (i.e., chapters in CEQA / NEPA documents).
Assist with preparation of documents, reports, presentations, technical memoranda, public notices, forms, and other work products.
Assist with public outreach activities, including presenting, as well as implementing communication strategies.
Strictly adhere to professional standards, including but not limited to demonstrated consistency and reliability, timeliness in meeting project deadlines, communicate clearly and concisely, and work responsibly on a team or independently.
Provide support to key sector clients, including interest and availability to function as on-site client staff.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental studies, urban planning, or related field
2+ years of professional experience in a consulting or public agency environment, working with county, city, or planning / transportation / regulatory agencies in California, or Master’s degree in environmental studies, urban planning, or related field.
Additional Skills
Knowledge and understanding of CEQA, NEPA, and other environmental principles.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
Commitment to producing quality work within established budgets and schedules.
Strong work ethic with a positive attitude.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
This is an outstanding opportunity to work with talented and passionate individuals and to grow with a firm that believes in nurturing talent and developing long-term career success.
ICF is a purpose driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect.
Our core values include Embracing Differences, and we seek candidates who are passionate about building a culture that encourages, embraces and hires dimensions of differences.
Environmental planner
Environmental Planner
Pacific Northwest
We are the Environment & Planning Division of ICF. We are passionate about doing what’s right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment.
We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow.
The Pacific Northwest Environmental Planning Team is currently seeking an Environmental Planner to support environmental permitting and review, including state and federal environmental permit applications, technical studies, and SEPA and NEPA compliance.
You will join an existing group of natural resource and planning professionals that includes wildlife biologists, aquatic resource biologists (waters, wetlands, and riparian areas), environmental and conservation planners, restoration ecologists, and regulatory specialists.
Current project workload is focused on Washington and Oregon, but could also include support for California, Idaho, Alaska, or other regional projects.
The position is based in the Pacific Northwest, with office locations in Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR, and the option to work remotely.
What You Will Do
Support wetland delineations, OHWM determinations, and wetland functional assessments per the Washington State Department of Ecology Wetland Rating System and Oregon Department of State Lands (DSL) Oregon Rapid Wetland Assessment Protocol.
Prepare environmental assessment reports and mitigation plans including DSL Wetland reports, Critical Area reports, SEPA Checklists, and No Effects Memos or Biological Evaluations under Section 7 consultation.
Draft federal and state permit applications including Section 404 / 401 permitting, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Hydraulic Project Approvals or Fish Enhancement Exemption forms, and DSL Dredge / Fill permits.
Conduct wetland and vegetation resource impact analyses under NEPA and SEPA and prepare environmental assessments and EIS documentation.
Required Education and Experience
BS or higher degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Biology, Ecology, or related field.
2+ years of experience in environmental consulting or related field with a focus on wetland science and management, NEPA, SEPA, and environmental compliance;
Preferred Attributes and Experience
Knowledge of in-water and near-shore, federal, state and local permitting, including SEPA and NEPA documentation, Clean Water Act Section 404 / 401 Shoreline Master Program, Comprehensive land use permit applications, and Endangered Species Act
Ability to safely and effectively conduct field work as part of a field team.
Strong organizational, communication, technical writing, and analytical skills.
Certification as Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) a plus
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel)
Familiarity with GPS mapping technology
This is an outstanding opportunity to work with talented and passionate individuals and to grow with a firm that believes in nurturing talent and developing long-term career success.
ICF is a purpose driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect.
Our core values include Embracing Differences, and we seek candidates who are passionate about building a culture that encourages, embraces and hires dimensions of differences.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
Learn more about what we dohttps : / / www.icf.com / and our commitment to inclusionhttps : / / www.icf.com / company / about / diversity-inclusion.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military / veteran status.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
For more information, please read our .
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position is :
$64,372.00 - $109,432.00Seattle, WA (WA25)
Senior Environmental Planner
Senior Environmental Planner
Pacific Northwest
We are the Environment & Planning Division of ICF. We are passionate about doing what’s right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment.
We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow.
The Pacific Northwest Environmental Planning Team is currently seeking a Senior Environmental Planner to support environmental permitting and review, including state and federal environmental permit applications, technical studies, and SEPA and NEPA compliance.
You will join an existing group of natural resource and planning professionals that includes wildlife biologists, aquatic resource biologists (waters, wetlands, and riparian areas), environmental and conservation planners, restoration ecologists, and regulatory specialists.
Current project workload is focused on Washington and Oregon, but could also include support for California, Idaho, Alaska, or other regional projects.
The position is based in the Pacific Northwest, with office locations in Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR, and the option to work remotely.
Senior Environmental Planner Responsibilities
Manage projects to develop comprehensive permit applications to obtain environmental permits and approvals for a wide range of public and private projects.
Conduct fieldwork and coordinate the work of other field staff.
Prepare and oversee supporting technical analyses.
Collaborate with technical experts to develop compliant project documents.
Collaborate with the regulatory agencies on procedures and requirements.
Communicate with clients, internal staff, and subconsultants to ensure project needs are met.
Participate in business development activities.
Senior Environmental Planner Qualifications
BS, MS, or PhD in degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Biology, Ecology, or related field.
8+ years of experience in environmental consulting or related field with a focus on wetland science and management, NEPA, SEPA, and environmental compliance;
education equivalents, including advanced degrees will be considered.
Senior Environmental Additional Skills / Experience
A history of working with private and public sector clients and regulatory agencies.
Experience with establishment and management of project scope, schedules, and budgets, including, contracting, invoicing, and client communications.
Knowledge of in-water and near-shore, federal, state and local permitting, including strong familiarity with the following : SEPA and NEPA documentation, Clean Water Act Section 404 / 401 Shoreline Master Program, Comprehensive land use permit applications, and Endangered Species Act
Ability to safely and effectively conduct field work under the supervision of and / or as part of a field team.
Strong organizational, communication, facilitation, writing, and analytical skills.
Proven ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent written and verbal skills.
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel)
This is an outstanding opportunity to work with talented and passionate individuals and to grow with a firm that believes in nurturing talent and developing long-term career success.
ICF is a purpose driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect.
Our core values include Embracing Differences, and we seek candidates who are passionate about building a culture that encourages, embraces and hires dimensions of differences.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
Learn more about what we do http : / / www.icf.com / and our commitment to inclusionhttps : / / www.icf.com / company / about / diversity-inclusion.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military / veteran status.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
For more information, please read our .
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.
To request an accommodation please email and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about non-discrimination : and
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position is :
$94,247.00 - $160,220.00
Seattle, WA (WA25)
Senior Environmental Planner
Senior Environmental Planner
Pacific Northwest
We are the Environment & Planning Division of ICF. We are passionate about doing what’s right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment.
We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow.
The Pacific Northwest Environmental Planning Team is currently seeking a Senior Environmental Planner to support environmental permitting and review, including state and federal environmental permit applications, technical studies, and SEPA and NEPA compliance.
You will join an existing group of natural resource and planning professionals that includes wildlife biologists, aquatic resource biologists (waters, wetlands, and riparian areas), environmental and conservation planners, restoration ecologists, and regulatory specialists.
Current project workload is focused on Washington and Oregon, but could also include support for California, Idaho, Alaska, or other regional projects.
The position is based in the Pacific Northwest, with office locations in Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR, and the option to work remotely.
Senior Environmental Planner Responsibilities
Manage projects to develop comprehensive permit applications to obtain environmental permits and approvals for a wide range of public and private projects.
Conduct fieldwork and coordinate the work of other field staff.
Prepare and oversee supporting technical analyses.
Collaborate with technical experts to develop compliant project documents.
Collaborate with the regulatory agencies on procedures and requirements.
Communicate with clients, internal staff, and subconsultants to ensure project needs are met.
Participate in business development activities.
Senior Environmental Planner Qualifications
BS, MS, or PhD in degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Biology, Ecology, or related field.
8+ years of experience in environmental consulting or related field with a focus on wetland science and management, NEPA, SEPA, and environmental compliance;
education equivalents, including advanced degrees will be considered.
Senior Environmental Additional Skills / Experience
A history of working with private and public sector clients and regulatory agencies.
Experience with establishment and management of project scope, schedules, and budgets, including, contracting, invoicing, and client communications.
Knowledge of in-water and near-shore, federal, state and local permitting, including strong familiarity with the following : SEPA and NEPA documentation, Clean Water Act Section 404 / 401 Shoreline Master Program, Comprehensive land use permit applications, and Endangered Species Act
Ability to safely and effectively conduct field work under the supervision of and / or as part of a field team.
Strong organizational, communication, facilitation, writing, and analytical skills.
Proven ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent written and verbal skills.
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel)
This is an outstanding opportunity to work with talented and passionate individuals and to grow with a firm that believes in nurturing talent and developing long-term career success.
ICF is a purpose driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect.
Our core values include Embracing Differences, and we seek candidates who are passionate about building a culture that encourages, embraces and hires dimensions of differences.
Environmental Planner
Environmental Planner and Deputy Project Manager
Austin, Texas
We are the Environment & Planning Division of ICF. We are enthusiastic about doing what is right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment.
We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow.
If you perform well in a fast-paced, engaging, and collaborative environment, and would like to work with a diverse team of industry professionals, we encourage you to learn more about ICF (www.
icf.com) and consider applying to join our team.
ICF is seeking an Environmental Planner and Deputy Project Manager to collaborate on preparing and managing environmental documentation for transportation and infrastructure projects.
This will include the preparation of Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments, and Categorical Exclusions.
The candidate would be given opportunities to develop environmental compliance and project management skills, and learn from highly-talented project managers and technical experts The team's local office is in Austin, TX, and Texas-based candidates are preferred.
What You Will Do
Prepare environmental documents and impact analyses, including National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, technical reports, and permit applications.
Work and collaborate with ICF environmental subject matter experts.
Conduct literature research and data collection for environmental investigations and documentation.
Assisting with public Involvement, agency consultation, and planning.
Conducting fieldwork and attending meetings, as needed, or required.
Basic Qualifications
A BA / BS degree in environmental sciences, or similar discipline.
2+ years relevant professional work experience.
coursework with NEPA and environmental compliance.
Preferred Attributes and Experience
Work experience to include preparing NEPA or other environmental compliance documentation, preferably for Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) projects.
TxDOT Pre-Certification a plus.
Working knowledge of environmental regulations, including NEPA, Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Clean Air Act, Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 10 of the Rivers, and Harbors Act, etc.
Computer skills should include the MS Office Suite along with excellent technical writing and communication skills required.
A writing sample may be requested.)
Familiarity with GIS and mapping skills.
This is an outstanding opportunity to work with talented and enthusiastic individuals and to grow with a firm that believes in nurturing talent and developing long-term career success.
ICF is a purpose driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect.
Our core values include Embracing Differences, and we seek candidates who are enthusiastic about building a culture that encourages, embraces, and hires dimensions of differences.
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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
Learn more about what we do http : / / www.icf.com / and our commitment to inclusionhttps : / / www.icf.com / company / about / diversity-inclusion.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military / veteran status.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
For more information, please read our .
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.
To request an accommodation please email and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about non-discrimination : and
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position is :
$58,161.00 - $98,873.00
Austin,TX (TX37)
Bilingual - Call Center Specialist - Remote
Purpose of the Position :
The Call Center Specialist will be responsible for responding to general questions and needs from children, sponsors, and family members in which obtaining basic information or guidance is the target of the call.
The position reports to Lead Call Specialist.
Key Responsibilities :
- Respond to calls, providing resources, referrals, and guidance on how to navigate through the client's systems.
- Work closely with the call center staff, client and client’s stakeholders in the execution of deliverables and services.
- Triage all calls to assure appropriate level of response is being provided
Ensure compliance and State and Federal requirements.
Triage all calls to assure appropriate level of response through referrals, service planning and documentation of services for the calls completed.
Assure uniform quality standards are applied to all calls.
Meet all deadlines required by program supervisor and federal partners.
Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally in English and Spanish
Work in cooperation with stakeholders, to include legal service providers, court officials, State and Federal partners.
Assess ongoing changes in behavior, circumstances or conditions that may affect child safety.
Make appropriate referrals to Federal, State and local officials'
Provide crisis intervention and guidance to callers regarding clinical components of crisis intervention to callers who are experiencing a crisis.
Document all calls electronically.
Provide all information for reports in timely manner.
Follow all protocols and policies in answering calls.
Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelors in social work, psychology, Criminal justice, sociology or related field of study or some other relevant degree.
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with immigrant populations and / or child welfare field.
Bi-lingual English and Spanish.
Preferred Skills / Experience :
Minimum of 2 years experience working with unaccompanied children or refugee minors.
Trained in interviewing children.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience interviewing children.
Experience with Office of Refugee Resettlement.
Ability to work weekends, nights, evenings and holidays as needed or requested by the position.
Professional Skills :
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well both individually and in a team environment
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while demonstrating the initiative to complete projects with minimum supervision
- Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors
- Ability to be flexible to handle multiple priorities and to work limited overtime as necessary
- Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel) and MS SharePoint
- Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
Learn more about what we do http : / / www.icf.com / and our commitment to inclusionhttps : / / www.icf.com / company / about / diversity-inclusion.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military / veteran status.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
For more information, please read our .
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.
To request an accommodation please email and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about non-discrimination : and
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position is :
$29,324.00 - $49,851.00
Arizona Remote Office (AZ99)
Bilingual - Call Center Specialist - Remote
Purpose of the Position :
The Call Center Specialist will be responsible for responding to general questions and needs from children, sponsors, and family members in which obtaining basic information or guidance is the target of the call.
The position reports to Lead Call Specialist.
Key Responsibilities :
- Respond to calls, providing resources, referrals, and guidance on how to navigate through the client's systems.
- Work closely with the call center staff, client and client’s stakeholders in the execution of deliverables and services.
- Triage all calls to assure appropriate level of response is being provided
Ensure compliance and State and Federal requirements.
Triage all calls to assure appropriate level of response through referrals, service planning and documentation of services for the calls completed.
Assure uniform quality standards are applied to all calls.
Meet all deadlines required by program supervisor and federal partners.
Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally in English and Spanish
Work in cooperation with stakeholders, to include legal service providers, court officials, State and Federal partners.
Assess ongoing changes in behavior, circumstances or conditions that may affect child safety.
Make appropriate referrals to Federal, State and local officials'
Provide crisis intervention and guidance to callers regarding clinical components of crisis intervention to callers who are experiencing a crisis.
Document all calls electronically.
Provide all information for reports in timely manner.
Follow all protocols and policies in answering calls.
Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelors in social work, psychology, Criminal justice, sociology or related field of study or some other relevant degree.
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with immigrant populations and / or child welfare field.
Bi-lingual English and Spanish.
Preferred Skills / Experience :
Minimum of 2 years experience working with unaccompanied children or refugee minors.
Trained in interviewing children.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience interviewing children.
Experience with Office of Refugee Resettlement.
Ability to work weekends, nights, evenings and holidays as needed or requested by the position.
Professional Skills :
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well both individually and in a team environment
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while demonstrating the initiative to complete projects with minimum supervision
- Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors
- Ability to be flexible to handle multiple priorities and to work limited overtime as necessary
- Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel) and MS SharePoint
- Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information
Bilingual - Call Center Specialist
Purpose of the Position :
The Call Center Specialist will be responsible for responding to general questions and needs from children, sponsors, and family members in which obtaining basic information or guidance is the target of the call.
The position reports to Lead Call Specialist.
Key Responsibilities :
- Respond to calls, providing resources, referrals, and guidance on how to navigate through ORR systems.
- Work closely with the call center staff, client and client’s stakeholders in the execution of deliverables and services.
- Triage all calls to assure appropriate level of response is being provided
Ensure compliance and State and Federal requirements.
Triage all calls to assure appropriate level of response through referrals, service planning and documentation of services for the calls completed.
Assure uniform quality standards are applied to all calls.
Meet all deadlines required by program supervisor and federal partners.
Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally in English and Spanish
Work in cooperation with stakeholders, to include legal service providers, court officials, State and Federal partners.
Assess ongoing changes in behavior, circumstances or conditions that may affect child safety.
Make appropriate referrals to Federal, State and local officials'
Provide crisis intervention and guidance to callers regarding clinical components of crisis intervention to callers who are experiencing a crisis.
Document all calls electronically.
Provide all information for reports in timely manner.
Follow all protocols and policies in answering calls.
Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelors in social work, psychology, Criminal justice, sociology or related field of study or some other relevant degree.
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with immigrant populations and / or child welfare field.
Bi-lingual English and Spanish.
Preferred Skills / Experience :
Minimum of 2 years experience working with unaccompanied children or refugee minors.
Trained in interviewing children.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience interviewing children.
Experience with Office of Refugee Resettlement.
Ability to work weekends, nights, evenings and holidays as needed or requested by the position.
Professional Skills :
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well both individually and in a team environment
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while demonstrating the initiative to complete projects with minimum supervision
- Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors
- Ability to be flexible to handle multiple priorities and to work limited overtime as necessary
- Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel) and MS SharePoint
- Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information
Environmental Planner
Environmental Planner / Analyst
Northern California
Job Description
We are the Environment & Planning Division of ICF. We are passionate about doing what’s right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment.
We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow.
If you perform well in a fast-paced, engaging and collaborative environment, and would like to work with a diverse team of industry professionals, we encourage you to learn more about ICF (www.
icf.com) and consider applying to join our team.
To support our growth in Northern California, we are seeking an Environmental Planner to contribute to the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services, typically working on multiple projects with all levels of staff.
The primary duties are to prepare environmental impact analyses for a wide range of projects including land use development, transportation, infrastructure, water, and energy.
The position includes conducting research and coordinating with public and private clients, engineering partners, technical sub consultants, and regulatory / resource agencies to prepare the analyses.
The role includes working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and supporting project directors, project managers, and deputy project managers (based on the size and complexity of the project).
Key Responsibilities
Gather data, conduct research, and proficiently write impact assessments for various environmental topics (i.e., chapters in CEQA / NEPA documents).
Assist with preparation of documents, reports, presentations, technical memoranda, public notices, forms, and other work products.
Assist with public outreach activities, including presenting, as well as implementing communication strategies.
Strictly adhere to professional standards, including but not limited to demonstrated consistency and reliability, timeliness in meeting project deadlines, communicate clearly and concisely, and work responsibly on a team or independently.
Provide support to key sector clients, including interest and availability to function as on-site client staff.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental studies, urban planning, or related field
2+ years of professional experience in a consulting or public agency environment, working with county, city, or planning / transportation / regulatory agencies in California, or Master’s degree in environmental studies, urban planning, or related field.
Additional Skills
Knowledge and understanding of CEQA, NEPA, and other environmental principles.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
Commitment to producing quality work within established budgets and schedules.
Strong work ethic with a positive attitude.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
This is an outstanding opportunity to work with talented and passionate individuals and to grow with a firm that believes in nurturing talent and developing long-term career success.
ICF is a purpose driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect.
Our core values include Embracing Differences, and we seek candidates who are passionate about building a culture that encourages, embraces and hires dimensions of differences.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
Learn more about what we dohttps : / / www.icf.com / and our commitment to inclusionhttps : / / www.icf.com / company / about / diversity-inclusion.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military / veteran status.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
For more information, please read our .
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.
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The pay range for this position is :
$64,372.00 - $109,432.00
Sacramento, CA (CA82)
Environmental planner
Environmental Planner
Pacific Northwest
We are the Environment & Planning Division of ICF. We are passionate about doing what’s right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment.
We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow.
The Pacific Northwest Environmental Planning Team is currently seeking an Environmental Planner to support environmental permitting and review, including state and federal environmental permit applications, technical studies, and SEPA and NEPA compliance.
You will join an existing group of natural resource and planning professionals that includes wildlife biologists, aquatic resource biologists (waters, wetlands, and riparian areas), environmental and conservation planners, restoration ecologists, and regulatory specialists.
Current project workload is focused on Washington and Oregon, but could also include support for California, Idaho, Alaska, or other regional projects.
The position is based in the Pacific Northwest, with office locations in Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR, and the option to work remotely.
What You Will Do
Support wetland delineations, OHWM determinations, and wetland functional assessments per the Washington State Department of Ecology Wetland Rating System and Oregon Department of State Lands (DSL) Oregon Rapid Wetland Assessment Protocol.
Prepare environmental assessment reports and mitigation plans including DSL Wetland reports, Critical Area reports, SEPA Checklists, and No Effects Memos or Biological Evaluations under Section 7 consultation.
Conduct wetland and vegetation resource impact analyses under NEPA and SEPA and prepare environmental assessments and EIS documentation.
Required Education and Experience
BS or higher degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Biology, Ecology, or related field.
2+ years of experience in environmental consulting or related field with a focus on wetland science and management, NEPA, SEPA, and environmental compliance;
education equivalents, including advanced degrees will be considered.
Preferred Attributes and Experience
Knowledge of in-water and near-shore, federal, state and local permitting, including SEPA and NEPA documentation, Clean Water Act Section 404 / 401 Shoreline Master Program, Comprehensive land use permit applications, and Endangered Species Act
Ability to safely and effectively conduct field work as part of a field team.
Strong organizational, communication, technical writing, and analytical skills.
Certification as Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) a plus
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel)
Familiarity with GPS mapping technology
This is an outstanding opportunity to work with talented and passionate individuals and to grow with a firm that believes in nurturing talent and developing long-term career success.
ICF is a purpose driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect.
Our core values include Embracing Differences, and we seek candidates who are passionate about building a culture that encourages, embraces and hires dimensions of differences.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
Learn more about what we dohttps : / / www.icf.com / and our commitment to inclusionhttps : / / www.icf.com / company / about / diversity-inclusion.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military / veteran status.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
For more information, please read our .
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.
To request an accommodation please email and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about non-discrimination : and
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position is :
$64,372.00 - $109,432.00
Seattle, WA (WA25)