Aquatic Permitting Specialist and Delineator

About Us

At the Environment & Planning (E&P) Division, we are driven by our commitment to do what’s right—for our clients, our team, our communities, and the environment. Our diverse group includes planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a dedication to excellence. These qualities define our culture and fuel our growth.

Title:

Aquatic Permitting Specialist.

Location:

Southern California (offices in San Diego, Irvine, and Los Angeles; full‑time remote work within Southern California is also an option). Starting pay range: $75,000 to $95,000 based on qualifications, experience, responsibilities, location, and other factors. Full‑time employment pay range: $73,770.00 - $ (San Diego, CA).

• Conduct aquatic resource delineations and conditional assessments using agency-approved methods.
• Assist with permit applications for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Board, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and California Coastal Commission.
• Collaborate with the restoration team to draft mitigation documents.
• Support the biological team in consultations with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and in preparing technical documents.

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience preparing permit applications and supporting documents under relevant regulations (Clean Water Act Sections 401/404, Porter‑Cologne Water Quality Control Act, State Fish and Game Code Section 1600).
• At least 2 years of experience with field work.

• Experience identifying jurisdictional waters and wetlands, preparing delineation reports, and supporting CRAM assessments.
• Ability to collect, organize, and document field data for quality report preparation; strong analytical, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills, including preparing meeting materials.
• Solid understanding of aquatic resource regulations, regulatory review processes, and effective teamwork with agencies.
• Excellent communication abilities, professional ethics, adaptability to fast‑paced environments, and proficiency in MS Office.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities, willing to travel (including overnight), and able to perform strenuous fieldwork.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email C and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Full‑time employment pay range: $73,770.00 - $ (San Diego, CA).