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Associate Environmental Analyst

Employer
Georgia Department of Transportation
Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills
  • Under close supervision as an entry level professional, learn the processes employed by the Department for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Georgia Environmental Policy Act (GEPA) compliance.
  • Learn to perform as the overall project coordinator for environmental study of transportation construction projects of minimal to moderate difficulty.
  • Learn to prepare and process correspondence, participate in meetings and public hearings, coordinate with offices within the Department and with other governmental agencies, prepare environmental documentation and handle related tasks as required.

AGENCY SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Planning, Engineering, Law, Science (Ecology, Biology, etc.), Social Science (History, etc.), or Public Administration.
  • Experience conducting research (i.e. academic or work-related) that requires collaboration with others,
  • The analysis of data/results, and compiling information into written format.
  • Possesses competency in composing and preparing written information/materials, including technical
  • Reports that communicate facts, ideas, and messages in a succinct and organized manner and is
  • Appropriate for the intended audience.
  • Ability to read and understand plans, maps, and/or aerial photographs.
  • Possesses the ability to communicate and work effectively with internal and external staff in a
  • Professional, cooperative manner.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to change including new policies and procedures.
  • Ability to manage own time effectively while dealing effectively with multiple priorities.
  • Ability to accurately recall instructional information; to accurately apply new knowledge and skills.
  • Maintains a high standard of ethical conduct.
  • Strong customer orientation.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Possess a driver’s license
  • Ability to travel statewide with occasional overnight stay.
  • Ability to work after normal business hours, as needed.

 

AGENCY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

  • Possesses basic knowledge of state and federal laws related to environmental compliance such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Georgia Environmental Policy Act (GEPA).
  • Possesses familiarity with Environmental studies.
  • Possesses a basic understanding of transportation planning and/or engineering principles.
  • Possesses strong analytical/problem solving skills. Is able to generate and evaluate alternatives and to recommend a sound solution that relies on new methods and procedures if necessary.
Job Field:
Policy/Administrative
Job Type:
Full Time
Location Detail:
Atlanta (Midtown)
Salary:
$50,000
Application Deadline:

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