Junior Environmental Planner
About The Position
Seneca Federal Solutions is seeking a Junior Environmental Planner to provide on-site environmental planning and program support to the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Division of Environmental, Safety, and Cultural Resources Management (DESCRM), in Phoenix, Arizona. This is an entry- to early-career position designed to support senior and mid-level environmental professionals in the execution of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and related environmental compliance activities across the BIA Western Region. The position emphasizes office-based support, records management, coordination, and document preparation, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in federal environmental planning under the guidance of experienced staff. This position requires working on-site a minimum of four (4) days per week to meet government support and programmatic needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Planning, Biology, Anthropology, Geography, Natural Resources, or a closely related field.
- 0–2 years of experience in environmental planning, environmental science, or a related field (internships and academic project experience may count).
- Basic understanding of NEPA and federal environmental compliance.
- Strong organizational, writing, and document management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with federal environmental programs or work with federal agencies.
- Coursework or experience related to NEPA, ESA, CWA, or cultural resources compliance.
- Experience supporting records management, database tracking, or administrative program support.
Responsibilities
- Assist senior and mid-level environmental planners with the preparation, revision, and processing of NEPA documents, including: Categorical Exclusion (CatEx) documentation, Environmental Assessments (EAs), and Supporting technical memoranda and appendices.
- Help compile existing conditions information and background research for environmental documents.
- Support coordination and tracking of NEPA actions through internal databases and tracking systems.
- Assist with quality control reviews to ensure consistency, completeness, and compliance with federal requirements.
- Perform environmental records management, including organizing, cataloging, and digitizing paper and electronic environmental files, and maintaining document control and version tracking.
- Support data calls, information requests, and reporting requirements.
- Assist with preparation of meeting agendas, notes, and summaries for internal and external coordination.
- Support coordination with Federal, Tribal, state, and local partners as directed.
- Maintain contact lists, mailing lists, and project files.
- Assist with logistics for public involvement activities, meetings, and outreach efforts.
- Provide administrative and programmatic support to DESCRM staff as needed.
- Participate in occasional site visits or field observations when required, under supervision.
- Provide logistical and documentation support for field activities and reporting.
- Travel may be required on a limited basis.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Benefits
- Perks
- Flexible work-life balance
- Professional development opportunities
- Performance and recognition programs
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
- Voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident)
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Retirement 401K plan
- Paid leave programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
