Aquatic Permitting Specialist and Delineator
ICF•San Diego, CA
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Environment & Planning (E&P) Division is seeking an Aquatic Resources Regulatory Specialist and Delineator to join their Regulatory Compliance and Permitting Team. This role involves conducting aquatic resource delineations and assessments, assisting with permit applications for various agencies, and collaborating with internal teams on mitigation and technical documents. The position offers an opportunity to work with a diverse group of professionals in a collaborative environment focused on environmental solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field.
- At least 1 year of experience preparing permit applications and supporting documents under relevant regulations (such as: Clean Water Act Sections 401/404, Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, State Fish and Game Code Section 1600).
- At least 1 year of experience performing field work.
Nice To Haves
- Experience identifying jurisdictional waters and wetlands, preparing delineation reports, and supporting CRAM assessments.
- Ability to collect, organize, and document field data for quality report preparation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, including preparing meeting materials.
- Solid understanding of aquatic resource regulations, regulatory review processes, and effective teamwork with agencies.
- Excellent communication abilities, professional ethics, adaptability to fast-paced environments, and proficiency in MS Office.
- Skilled at managing multiple priorities.
- Willing to travel (including overnight).
- Able to perform strenuous fieldwork.
Responsibilities
- Conduct aquatic resource delineations and conditional assessments using agency-approved methods.
- Assist with permit applications for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Board, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and California Coastal Commission.
- Collaborate with the restoration team to draft mitigation documents.
- Support the biological team in consultations with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and in preparing technical documents.
Benefits
- Nurturing talent and long-term success
- Global advisory and technology services
- Unmatched expertise combined with cutting-edge technology
- Equal opportunity employer
- Empowered employees to share expertise and collaborate
- Transparency in Coverage Act
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
