The Environmental Compliance Specialist III will lead compliance assessments and regulatory guidance, manage projects, mentor staff, and ensure adherence to environmental laws.
Location(s): Fresno, Oakland, Sacramento, Auburn
Practice/Department: Compliance
Internal Title: Environmental Compliance Specialist III
Work Environment: Hybrid
Compensation: $84,000-$120,000 annually*
Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.
Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.
Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.
Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.Who You AreAs an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently.
Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation.How You’ll Make an ImpactWe're looking for an Environmental Compliance Specialist III to join one of our Northern California offices to provide technical expertise, project management, and regulatory guidance. This position involves leading complex compliance assessments, managing tasks, mentoring junior staff, and serving as a key point of contact for regulatory compliance efforts. The specialist will work on multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring adherence to environmental laws, permitting requirements, and best management practices.Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the development and submission of environmental permits, impact assessments, and compliance reports.
- Perform detailed regulatory research and analysis to ensure project adherence to federal, state, and local environmental laws (e.g., NEPA, CEQA, CWA, CAA, RCRA).
- Act as a liaison with regulatory agencies, addressing compliance-related concerns and permit conditions.
- Develop and implement compliance strategies and mitigation measures for complex projects.
- Oversee and conduct environmental field assessments, audits, and compliance monitoring.
- Interpret and analyze environmental monitoring data, identifying trends and potential compliance risks.
- Ensure the implementation of best management practices (BMPs) related to stormwater, hazardous materials, air quality, and erosion control.
- Prepare and review comprehensive compliance reports, impact assessments, and mitigation plans.
- Ensure proper documentation, record-keeping, and regulatory reporting for environmental compliance activities.
- Provide quality control and technical oversight for compliance-related documents prepared by junior staff.
- Serve as a task manager or phase manager for complex compliance-related tasks, coordinating multidisciplinary team contributions.
- Communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, and project teams to provide compliance solutions and resolve potential issues.
- Support public meetings, regulatory negotiations, and stakeholder engagements related to environmental compliance.
- Develop and implement innovative tools, templates, and workflows to improve environmental compliance tracking and reporting.
- Identify and propose strategies to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness of compliance services.
- Contribute to internal training programs and best practice initiatives for environmental compliance.
- Continue expanding expertise in environmental compliance regulations, permitting, and industry trends.
- Actively participate in professional organizations (e.g., AEP, NAEP, SWANA), including attending conferences, presenting research, or taking on leadership roles.
- Mentor and train junior staff and interns, providing technical guidance and career development support.
- 6+ years of experience in environmental compliance, regulatory assessments, or permitting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field required.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment
- Strong understanding of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and compliance strategies.
- Ability to lead and perform complex field assessments, data analysis, and compliance monitoring.
- Advanced technical writing proficiency for regulatory reports and environmental documentation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with GIS or environmental modeling tools is a plus.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills.
Compensation:$84,000-$120,000 annually*
- *Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.
Environment
- This job operates in a remote or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.
- This job requires occasional project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather and moving vehicles and equipment.
- Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting.
- Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.
- Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek’s operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek’s commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action.
Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.
Top Skills
Environmental Modeling Tools
Gis
Microsoft Office Suite
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