Senior Environmental Analyst

AtOrchard LLC•Juneau, AK

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About The Position

The Senior Environmental Analyst (Level 3) leads complex Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 consultations, including both formal and informal consultations and the preparation of Biological Opinions and Incidental Take Statements. This role will support mission-critical regulatory functions and ensure the scientific and legal defensibility of regulatory analyses. The analyst will operate independently and may oversee junior staff. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

Master’s or PhD in environmental science, marine biology, ecology, or related field.
5+ years of experience in ESA consultations or environmental regulatory compliance.
Demonstrated experience preparing Biological Opinions and formal consultation documents.
Strong knowledge of ESA regulations, marine ecology, and impact assessment methodologies.
Experience evaluating marine mammal impacts and MMPA-related documentation.
Advanced analytical, writing, and project management skills.
Ability to lead complex, high-visibility projects independently.

Responsibilities

Lead formal ESA Section 7 consultations, including the preparation of Biological Opinions
Evaluate Biological Assessments and regulatory documentation for completeness and compliance
Assess project impacts to ESA-listed marine species and critical habitat
Draft Incidental Take Statements and supporting regulatory analyses
Develop consultation schedules and ensure adherence to statutory timelines
Provide technical oversight and mentoring to junior analysts
Coordinate directly with federal agencies, NMFS staff, and stakeholders
Ensure quality control of consultation documents and administrative records
Maintain accurate and timely data entry in consultation tracking systems