Junior Environmental Planner

Job Description

Job Description

Seneca Federal Solutions is part of the Seneca Nation Group (SNG) portfolio of companies . SNG is Seneca Holdings' federal government contracting business that meets mission-critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visit the website and follow us on LinkedIn.

Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs. Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a 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, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs. We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.

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.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Environmental & NEPA Support

• Assist senior and mid-level environmental planners with the preparation, revision, and processing of NEPA documents, including:
• Categorical Exclusion (CatEx) documentation
• Environmental Assessments (EAs)
• 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.

Records & Program Support

• Perform environmental records management, including:
• Organizing, cataloging, and digitizing paper and electronic environmental files
• 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.

Coordination & Communication

• 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.

Field & Travel Support (Limited)

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Work Location & Schedule

• This position is primarily on-site at the BIA DESCRM office in Phoenix, Arizona.
• Minimum in-office requirement: four (4) days per week.
• Remote work, if available, is limited and based on government direction and workload—not employee preference.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.