Nepa Specialist

Job Summary The NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act ) Specialist fulfills a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and standards, particularly within the framework of NEPA. This individual will work collaboratively with project managers, environmental scientists, clients , and other stakeholders to facilitate the successful completion of projects.
The NEPA specialist works independently and under supervision to prepare environmental documents, primarily environmental assessments (EA), but also environmental impact statements and related technical duties. As a NEPA specialist you will interact with all levels of Chloeta and client staff and apply your academic and past work experience to a wide variety of complex projects. You will work directly with clients, senior staff and internal and external experts in their expertise. Additional tasks may include preparation of reports or forms, detailed editing and review of documents and various related tasks.
Supervisory Responsibilities : No
Job Classification: Permanent; Full-Time
Duty Station : Oklahoma City, OK 73114
Compensation: Chloeta reserves the right to offer any candidate above or below the listed compensation amount based on experience or business needs.
$60-$90,000 per year FLSA Exempt Duties/Responsibilities Independently and cooperatively coordinate preparation of NEPA documents, including Environmental Assessments (EA) s , Findi ng of No Significant Environmental Impact ( FONSI ) , Categorical Exclusions (CE)'s, and DRs , as well as Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), primarily for federally funded projects on Federal and Tribal lands . Prepare NEPA documentation in collaboration with resource specialists both within Chloeta and strategic teaming partner firms, as well as Federal and Tribal Agencies . Coordinate professionally with clients to develop proposed actions and alternatives, conduct site visits if required , support regulatory and public involvements, and prepare final NEPA documentation of findings . Conduct s thorough environmental assessments and analyses in accordance with NEPA guidelines for proposed projects and composes all required NEPA documents. Provide s expertise and guidance on NEPA compliance requirements to project teams and clients. Collaborate s with interdisciplinary teams to identify potential environmental impacts and develop mitigation strategies to address them . Review s project plans, permits, and documentation to ensure alignment with NEPA regulations and agency requirements. Prepare s and/or review NEPA-related documents, including scoping documents, public notices, and responses to agency comments. Coordinate s with regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and Subject Matter Experts (SME) to facilitate the NEPA review process and obtain necessary permits and approvals. Remains current with developments in NEPA regulations, policies, and best practices to ensure compliance and incorporate relevant updates into project strategies. May lead environmental reviews of documents submitted by third-party preparers. Corresponds with state and federal agencies. May s erve as signatory on environmental compliance documents. Conduct environmental compliance review s and provid e technical guidance and direction to staff and project teams, preparing and reviewing technical documents, and ensuring high-quality deliverables are completed within budget and schedules. This position description (PD) is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Education and Experience Required: Strong understanding of environmental science principles and methodologies, particularly as they relate to impact assessment and mitigation ; Required: In-depth knowledge of NEPA regulations, guidelines, and processes, including experience preparing NEPA documents such as EIS, EA, and CE ; Required: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with project teams, clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders ; Required : Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality work products ; Required: M eticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness in all NEPA-related documentation and processes ; Required: Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for communicating with project teams, clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders ; . Ability to articulate technical information clearly and effectively in various formats, such as reports, presentations, and public meetings . Required: Minimum of two (2) years' experience in preparing and reviewing NEPA documents Required : Bachelor's degree in biology, archaeology, geology, natural or environmental sciences, or related field . Required: Must have the ability to review environmental documents for technical and regulatory completeness . Required: Knowledge of environmental regulations and ability to interpret and apply them in a project-specific context . Required: P roficiency with MS Office suite, Microsoft Teams and Adobe products Required: Minimum two (2) years of creating written content , editing, checking for document organization, logical reading order, content accuracy, and consistencies in and among documents, formatting , spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and syntax . Preferred: Professional certifications such as Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) or similar credentials Preferred : Familiarity with Forest Service's style guide and the Plain Writing Act of 2010 Preferred: Five (5) years of environmental compliance and review experience; or 3 years with a master's degree in a related field . Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, etc . Benefits Eligible employees receive the following benefits:?
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance? Health Savings Account (HSA)? MDLIVE Paid Annual Leave/PTO Paid Sick Leave? Paid Holidays?401(k)? Voluntary Life Insurance? Accident Insurance? Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP)? Pre-employment Requirements Due to the nature of Chloeta's services, this position is contingent upon completing with a satisfactory outcome some or all of the following pre-employment background screenings: government security clearance, federal and state criminal background checks, drug test (urinalysis), Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review, educational history, employment history, and/or credit check . In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), pre-employment background screenings will require the employee's written authorization and will occur after acceptance of an offer of employment and prior to commencing work . Additionally, employees are required to complete the federal I-9/E-Verify process.
Drug and Alcohol Testing?Policy Employees may be subject to undergoing additional drug screens and/or alcohol testing at any time during the period of employment, including without prior notice.
EEO Statement Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.?
About Chloeta Chloeta is a Native American owned enterprise providing a diverse range of engineering, scientific, and technical solutions to support military, energy, homeland security, emergency preparedness, and critical infrastructure requirements.