HDR · 8 hours ago
Assistant Hydropower Regulatory Specialist
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$69K/yr - $88K/yrHDR is a company focused on creating a welcoming environment and is seeking an Assistant Hydropower Regulatory Specialist to join their Northern California team. The role involves supporting multiple regulatory projects related to hydropower operations and assisting senior regulatory staff in environmental task assignments.
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Responsibilities
Collect, review, and summarize technical studies, FERC/ NEPA/CEQA documents, and similar reports/documents related to hydropower operations, watershed ecology, and related technical areas
Assist in preparation and participation of public/client meetings
Assist senior FERC regulatory staff and subject matter experts in environmental task assignments
Support planning for fieldwork including logistics, scheduling, and equipment
Perform occasional fieldwork as part of a larger field team
Perform other duties as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Resources or Planning
Experienced in MS Office Suite
Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Master's degree
Previous environmental planning experience
Previous environmental consulting experience
Familiarity with FERC processes and/or other California state and federal processes (i.e., CEQA, NEPA, ESA, etc.)
Previous fieldwork and field planning experience
Familiarity with Northern California watersheds and ecology
Familiarity with hydropower and/or utility operations
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
An employee assistance program
Paid time away
Parental leave
Paid holidays
A retirement savings plan with employer match
Employee referral bonus
Tuition reimbursement
Company
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
Founded in 1917
10001+ employees
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