Regional Environmental Coordinator

Environmental Program Coordinator 3 – Regional Environmental Coordinator

Oregon Department of Transportation – Delivery & Operations Division – Region 1, Technical Center / Environmental Unit, Portland.

• Coordinate environmental activities for complex projects with the Engineering & Technical Services Branch’s Environmental Section and represent the region in statewide environmental issues.
• Advise area managers, project managers, and local agency program staff on environmental matters.
• Participate on project development teams, including completion of the NEPA process for federally funded projects.
• Support local agency project managers with scope definition for permitting and compliance portions of consultant contracts.
• Monitor projects for scope changes and coordinate with specialists on contract and workflow modifications.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies to obtain or support procurement of environmental clearances.
• Write or oversee development of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) NEPA documentation, including Categorical Exclusions.
• Assist NEPA staff with Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements, as well as permitting.
• Assist ODOT staff with scoping environmental portions of the region’s project portfolio.
• Develop assessments evaluating and proposing resolutions for environmental impacts and constraints.
• Monitor, review, and maintain quality control of environmental prospectus, clearances, and NEPA documents.
• Provide environmental compliance support for construction and maintenance activities.
• Develop solutions consistent with the agency’s strategic direction.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, physical science, natural science, engineering, or a closely related field.
• Three years of environmental analysis or resource project management experience, including one year of research design and analysis. (Or three additional years of experience may substitute for the degree.)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and acceptable driving record; driving essential for the position.

• Familiarity with Region 1 local agencies’ transportation services and public works.
• Working knowledge of FHWA NEPA procedures.
• Working knowledge of environmental permits and clearances (e.g., Clean Water Act, National Historic Preservation Act, FHWA 4(f), Land and Water Conservation Fund).
• Excellent time management and communication skills.

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays, flexible schedules, paid leave, and hybrid work options.
• Opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team of NEPA and technical professionals.
• Competitive base salary within the stated range, with potential increase for PERS eligibility.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity.

ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. The State of Oregon does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other class protected by state or federal laws. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding EEO/AA/ADA, contact 1‑877‑336‑6368 or ODOT Recruitment at 503‑986‑3700.