Environmental Permitter

Overview Job DescriptionSummary:Project Scientist / Environmental Permitter works on a variety of projects related to environmental permitting and compliance reporting directly to Senior staff but expected to operate independently and as part of a project delivery team.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Provide support and solutions for a wide variety of industry, agency, and corporate clientsParticipate in and/or lead permitting projectsSupport projects from inception through completion including proposal writing, budget tracking, and project closeoutWork closely with clients, staff, and regulators to develop reasonable solutions and to grow our businessEnsure that projects are done in compliance with applicable regulations and client expectationsEffective and professional communication with supervisors, team members, and clientsSkills, Knowledge and AbilitiesMust be self-directed and motivated, and will rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and objectives with limited oversightMust be safety conscious at all timesMust have working knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, policies, and procedures and be proficient in working with environmental permits and regulationsProficient in Windows-based computer skills, including Microsoft Office SuiteExperience using GIS as part of regulatory permitting desiredStrong technical writing skills and organizationMinimum Qualifications:Must possess a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or related fieldMust have 4+ years of experience in the environmental and/or regulatory fieldsMust possess a valid driver's licenseWorking Conditions:Office based position located in Anchorage, Alaska.Full-time position with regular business hours; availability for overtime based on project timelines and international clients necessary.Disclaimer:The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required.PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Fairweather grants preference to qualified Doyon Shareholders first, and second to qualified shareholders of other Alaska Native corporations that grant a similar preference in all phases of employment and training, which include, but are not limited to hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.A review of this position has excluded marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.This job description is not an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.