Regional Environmental Coordinator

Environmental Program Coordinator 3 – Regional Environmental Coordinator works for the Oregon Department of Transportation, Delivery & Operations Division – Region 1, Technical Center / Environmental Unit in Portland. This role ensures that environmental objectives are met during project development, construction, and maintenance across the Portland Metro area.

• Coordinate environmental activities for complex projects with the Engineering & Technical Services Branch’s Environmental Section and represent Region 1 in statewide environmental matters, focusing on compliance for local agency programs.
• Advise area and discipline managers, project managers, and members of ODOT’s local agency program on environmental matters.
• Participate in project development teams, completing the NEPA process for federally funded projects: developing project purpose, need, alternatives, and environmental avoidance and minimization measures.
• Support local agency project managers with scope definition for permitting and compliance portions of consultant contracts.
• Monitor projects for scope changes and coordinate with environmental specialists to manage contract and workflow modifications.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies to obtain or procure environmental clearances for projects.
• Write or oversee the development of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) documentation to complete NEPA requirements for categorical exclusions.
• Assist NEPA staff with the development of Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements, including permitting for larger projects.
• Assist ODOT staff in scoping environmental portions of the Region’s project portfolio.
• Write or oversee assessments that evaluate and propose resolutions for environmental impacts and constraints on projects, documenting them in environmental prospectus (part
  3).
• Monitor, review, and maintain quality control/quality assurance of environmental prospectus, clearances, and NEPA documents prepared by ODOT staff, local jurisdictions, and consultants.
• Provide environmental compliance support for construction and maintenance activities.
• Develop solutions consistent with the agency’s strategic direction, working in an office environment with hybrid work options and occasional travel to meetings or field work.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, physical science, natural science, engineering, or a closely related field AND three years of environmental analysis or resource project management experience, including at least one year with research design and analysis.
• Three additional years of environmental analysis or resource project management experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree.

• Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid U.S. driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required.

• Familiarity with Region 1 local agencies’ transportation services and public works (Portland, Gresham, Oregon City, Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Washington County).
• Working knowledge of FHWA NEPA procedures.
• Working knowledge of environmental permits and clearances such as Clean Water Act Sections 401, 402, 404, 408, 1200;
  National Historic Preservation Act Section 106; FHWA 4(f); and Land and Water Conservation Fund 6(f).
• Excellent time management and communication skills.

• Work/life balance with 11 paid holidays per year, flexible work schedules, and paid leave.
• Opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team of NEPA and technical professionals.
• Competitive base salary within the listed range ($6,717 - $10,414 monthly); the range increases by 6% for PERS participants.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity.

ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiant Anthem for Employment. We do 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 in admission or access to our programs, services, hiring, and employment practices. 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 (1‑877‑EEO‑ODOT). This information can be made available in an alternative format by contacting ODOT Recruitment at 503‑986‑3700. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7‑1‑1.