Lead and support environmental compliance programs, permitting initiatives, regulatory strategy, environmental due diligence, and project execution for clients throughout the Midwestern United States.
Responsibilities
Lead and support environmental compliance programs for operational and construction-phase projects
Develop and implement environmental compliance strategies supporting project development, construction, operations, and facility expansions
Interpret and apply federal, state, and local environmental regulations, permit requirements, and environmental commitments
Conduct compliance audits, inspections, and gap assessments to identify regulatory risks, deficiencies, and corrective actions
Track permit obligations, environmental commitments, reporting requirements, and compliance deadlines
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, Environmental Engineering, Geography, or a closely related discipline
Nice to have: Master's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
Nice to have: Multi-state environmental permitting or compliance programs
Nice to have: Knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting processes within Midwestern states
Nice to have: Professional certification (CEP, CPESC, PWS, CWB, PMP, CHMM)
The Natural Resource Specialist position works with Colorado State University's (CSU) Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). The position supports the Air National Guard (ANG) Natural Resources Program and Pest Management Program across more than 186 installations in 54 states and territories by providing environmental compliance, technical expertise, and program management support.
Compensation
Salary Range 91,000-120,000
Responsibilities
Interpret and apply environmental regulations, including NEPA, ESA, CWA, MBTA, FIFRA, and other laws applicable to military installations.
Conduct Environmental Impact Analysis Process (EIAP) (AF Form 813) reviews by evaluating project plans, construction drawings, and related documentation to assess potential impacts to natural resources resulting from the project and ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations.
Review and provide technical comments on natural resource surveys, biological assessments, environmental studies, Integrated Natural Resources Management Plans (INRMPs), and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Plans.
Track INRMP and survey update requirements.
Track compliance with pesticide reporting and validation in the IPM Tracker.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, biology, environmental science, ecology, or a closely related field
Nice to have: supporting DoD, National Guard, or other federal environmental or natural resource programs
