Environmental Programs Coordinator

Environmental Programs Coordinator

Applications are now being accepted for an Environmental Programs Coordinator at Ada County Highway District in the Boise, Idaho area. This is a full-time, exempt position with a starting wage of $69,472 - $85,072 annually, DOQ. ACHD offers an excellent benefit package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays and membership in the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI).

Primary Responsibilities: • The Environmental Programs Coordinator applies technical environmental and regulatory knowledge and skills to plan, coordinate, and implement the District’s environmental compliance and regulatory activities. • Primary role of position is Environmental Permitting for District roadway maintenance and construction projects. • Provides technical assistance and guidance to technical and professional staff as well as temporary employees and consultants.

Qualifications: • Requires considerable knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, and permitting as they relate to the District’s transportation construction projects such as Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and Section 4(f). • Requires considerable knowledge of environmental concepts and principles including geology, chemistry, hydrology, biology and general engineering principals and terminology. • Must have proven ability to research, interpret, and apply complex environmental regulations, including NEPA; read and interpret engineering plans and drawings; coordinate multiple projects, programs, and priorities; prepare technical reports and permit applications; communicate clearly and concisely both in writing and orally. • Bachelor’s degree in environmental field along with a minimum of four (4) years progressively responsible experience in environmental and regulatory compliance programs is desired. • Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities may be acceptable.

An AA/EEO/ADA Employer Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations