Natural Resources Specialist – Permitting Speciali

Full-Time 40h/wk $52k to $72.80k/year Casual Attire

CEHMMis a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that offers a wide verity of environmental services to clients throughout southern New Mexico. Our Environmental Services Department specializes in natural resources assessment and environmentalpermitting at the federal and state levels. A successful candidate may have experience with plant & wildlife surveys, environmental assessments (EAs),a working knowledge of the NEPA, and environmental planning.

The Natural Resource Specialist position is a permanent full-time position locatedin Carlsbad, NM, reporting to the Environment Services Project Manager. The Natural Resource Specialist will accomplish a wide variety of client needs including but not limited to:

• PrepareNEPA documents (Environmental Assessments, Environmental Site Assessments) and related environmental planning or permitting deliverables
• Assist with environmental planning, conflict analysis, and project coordination
• Perform technical field surveys (wetland delineations, SWPPP inspections, formalon-site assessments, etc.)
• Collect,enter, and manage field data; maintain accurate records and mapping outputs
• Draft technical reports, permit applications, special studies, and presentations
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local natural resource laws and regulations
• Collaborate with federal, state, and local agencies, private subcontractors, and clients
• Other duties as assigned

Thesalary range for this position is $25/hr. to $35/hr cehmm offers a very relaxed work environment with flexible schedules, competitive compensation,benefits including 401K, quality insurance options, relocation reimbursement,education reimbursement, and clothing allowance.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Environmental Science, Wildlife Science, Ecology, Biology, Geology, or related field
• Minimumof two years of professional experience in natural resource management,consulting, or environmental permitting
• Abilityto work long hours in the field in variable and challenging conditions
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro
• Abilityto effectively and clearly communicate with clients, agencies, and team members
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

• Master’s degree (MS) in Environmental Science, Wildlife Science, Ecology, Biology, Geology, or related field
• Experience with NEPA document preparation (EAs, EISs, Environmental Site Assessments)
• Experience with state and federal environmental permitting processes
• Experience performing technical environmental surveys (e.g., wetland delineations, SWPPPinspections, cave & karst)
• Abilityto pull a trailer and operate a UTV

• Knowledge of natural resource survey methods (wildlife,plant, karst, hydrology, etc.)
• Ability to collect, analyze, and manage field data accurately
• Competence in technical writing for environmental reports and planning documents
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro and standard office software(Word, Excel)
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients,subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and colleagues
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Experience applying state and federal natural resource regulations
• Experience with NEPA document preparation and permitting
• Familiarity with advanced GIS analysis and mapping
• Ability to troubleshoot problems in the field and adapt todynamic conditions