National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Specialist

Who We Are:

Headquartered in Washington, DC, Versar Global Solutions provides full mission lifecycle solutions for challenges faced by our government and commercial Customers in the natural, built, and digital environments. With nearly 2,000 team members around the world, and a rich legacy spanning more than 70 years, Versar Global Solutions delivers a broad array of planning, analysis and risk management solutions, project and program management, operations and maintenance services, and information technology applications for environmental management and remediation projects, mission critical facilities and installations, and in support of readiness and contingency operations.

Who You Are:

Versar is seeking a talented and self-motivated National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Specialist to support our NEPA and Planning team within our Environmental Management Group.

Primary responsibilities are to contribute to the preparation of Environmental Assessments (EAs) and Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) for complex and often controversial projects nationwide completed primarily for the Air Force and other Department of Defense agencies.

What You'll Do:

Your day-to-day contributions will include:

• Supporting our multi-discipline NEPA and Planning team.
• Gathering data and other information to be used in the preparation of environmental documents.
• Compiling and organizing environmental data collected by others.
• Conducting scientific analyses to support technical reports, agency coordination, EAs and EISs, and permit applications.

This individual will complete work at the direction of senior staff and project managers; however, the expectation is that all but the most complex tasks can be accomplished with minimal supervision.

What You'll Bring:

This role requires excellent communication skills, an ability to work collaboratively with team members and clients across a wide range of geographic areas, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to multitask within a dynamic professional environment. The successful candidate will have strong technical credentials in at least one resource commonly analyzed as part of NEPA analyses (e.g., water resources, occupational health and safety, biological resources, cultural resources, land use, socioeconomics, environmental justice).

• BS degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, planning, or related field (environmental biology, ecology, wildlife management, historic resources, archaeological resources, NEPA, urban planning, water quality) required.
• Master's degree in a relevant environmental discipline preferred.
• 5-10+ years of experience.
• Previous environmental consulting experience in support of Department of Defense (DoD) agencies a plus.
• Strong technical/scientific writing skills.
• Ability to convey thoughts and ideas in a clear and concise manner is critically important.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of state and federal environmental regulatory framework, including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act.
• Experience with DoD regulations, specifically Air Force and Navy, a plus.
• Ability to organize data in an efficient and clear manner and to handle multiple tasks concurrently with shifting priorities.
• Willingness to learn through on-the-job experience and to expand professional experience/qualifications beyond current area of expertise.
• Ability to work well with people from different technical backgrounds.
• Experience with NEPA scoping and public outreach a plus.
• Ability to obtain security clearance for work on DoD Installations.
• Valid driver's license and compliance with Versar's vehicle policy.
• Successful results of preemployment screenings, including federal background check, MVR, and drug screen.
• Comply with company drug and alcohol policy.
• Be authorized to work in the US or will be authorized by the successful candidate's start date.

Location Requirements

The position will primarily work remotely.

Compensation

Expected Salary: Starting at $65,000

Versar Global Solutions is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the Company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's status protected by local, state, or federal law.

EEO Commitment

Versar Global Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Versar Global Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Versar Global Solutions expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. Improper interference with the ability of Versar Global Solutions employees to perform their job duties is not tolerated.