LSA ยท 2 months ago
Air Quality and Climate Change Analyst
Irvine, CA, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yr
1+ years expLSA is a diversified environmental, transportation, and community planning organization. They are seeking a motivated and technically capable Air Quality and Climate Change Analyst to support a broad range of services including air quality emissions modeling and climate-resilience analyses.
ConsultingEnvironmental ConsultingNatural ResourcesSustainabilityWater
Responsibilities
Prepare technical sections (air quality, GHG, climate change) for CEQA/NEPA documents, environmental impact reports/statements, mitigation monitoring/implementation plans, and stand-alone technical memoranda
Perform air emissions inventories, mobile/area/stationary source analyses, and calculate criteria pollutant and GHG emissions for construction and operations
Conduct air quality and GHG emissions impact analyses consistent with reginal guidance for regulatory compliance
Research and summarize applicable federal, State, and local air quality and climate regulations and guidance, including the Clean Air Act, California Air Resources Board (CARB) programs, local air districts, and climate-action frameworks
Collaborate with internal teams, assist in the preparation of proposals, and support business development and team growth
Translate technical findings into clear, actionable language for clients, agencies and stakeholders including non-technical audiences
Manage portions of project schedule, budget, and quality control in collaboration with project managers and principal leads
Preference given to candidates that can conduct dispersion modeling (e.g., AERMOD, HARP, CALINE, etc.), screening, and/or detailed health-risk assessments
Qualification
Required
A B.S./B.A. or M.S. in Planning, Environmental Science, or similar disciplines is preferred
1-3 years of relevant professional experience in air quality/greenhouse gas analysis, modeling, environmental planning, permitting or consulting in California (or equivalent)
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), interested and comfortable in learning and using modeling tools (e.g., CalEEMod, EMFAC, OFFROAD, AERMOD, HARP)
Strong writing, analytical, problem-solving, and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment; manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment
Eligibility to work in the U.S. and willingness to travel occasionally to client sites or attend meetings
Preferred
Experience preparing CEQA/NEPA documents (EIRs/EISs/IS/MNDs) including writing technical sections for air quality, energy and GHG
Familiarity with California air districts' permitting and compliance processes, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) mobile and off-road emission programs, and California climate legislation (e.g., AB 32, SB 32, AB 1279)
Experience with health-risk assessments (air toxics)
Business development interest/experience: proposal writing, statement of qualifications, client relationship building
Master's degree in related field is a plus, and professional certification (e.g., AICP, P.E., or similar) or plans to pursue is a bonus
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, long term disability, long-term care, group life/AD&D insurance plans
Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Profit Sharing and Savings Plan with 401k safe harbor match
Company
LSA
LSA is a diversified environmental, transportation, and community planning firm that evolved from a small consulting firm.
201-500 employees
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