Entry-Level Environmental Planner

About Catalyst: Our team at Catalyst Environmental Solutions provides consulting services in the areas of water resources management, energy, and land development/management (www.ce.solutions). We serve as trusted strategic advisors to a diverse client base including private industry and the public sector and employ an interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving that synthesizes the work of our scientific, economic, engineering, and regulatory experts to create practical solutions for complex environmental and natural resource management issues. Our understanding of complex scientific linkages and regulatory requirements associated with environmental permitting and compliance, contributes to our success in assisting clients through planning, permitting, monitoring, closure, and restoration processes. We are seeking an environmental planner to be based in our Portland, Oregon office. Key Attributes We are looking for a motivated and energetic individual who wants to join a fast-growing team and contribute to a wide variety of projects for a diverse client base. Key attributes: Self-starter, motivated, enthusiastic, ready to jump in where needed People-person – able to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, great verbal and written communication skills, willing to learn new skills and work with a variety of different project managers throughout the firm Creative problem solver - ability to think critically and develop potential solutions to complex issues Organized, efficient, detail-oriented, with great time management skills Strong technical writing skills, research skills, attention to detail Qualifications and Education Requirements 0-3 years of professional experience in environmental consulting, government, and/or regulatory affairs in industry Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Economics, Biology, Ecology, Geology, Hydrology, or other related physical or social science fields General knowledge of federal and California state environmental regulations (National Environmental Policy Act, California Environmental Quality Act, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act) Working knowledge of MS Office Programs – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint, and Teams Role and Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities include: Serving as technical writer for environmental planning projects (CEQA, NEPA, environmental permitting, technical studies/white papers, etc.) – researching and drafting environmental setting sections and conducting impact analyses for various resource categories Performing a range of defined technical tasks, field work, collecting and analyzing data, and writing and editing reports (while this is primarily an office-based job, some field work and/or travel may be required) Preparing environmental permit applications Salary and Benefits: Staff level and salary will be commensurate with experience. Catalyst offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401K retirement plan with match, 10 paid holidays per year, 80 hours per year paid sick leave, and accrued vacation based on years of experience. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $65,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Application Question(s): Describe an action that would trigger NEPA review and how you would distinguish a lead agency from a cooperating agency. Ability to Commute: Portland, OR 97203 (Required) Work Location: In person