Air Quality Scientist (CEQA)

~ FirstCarbon Solutions (FCS), an ADEC innovation, is focused on improving the world we live in by advancing sustainable practices globally. ~

It's our goal to improve the lives of all the people we work with, whether they are clients, partners or colleagues. By joining FCS, you will work with highly skilled, technical teams that are dedicated to doing what it takes to meet our clients' needs.  

Position Overview

FCS is looking for a detail and process oriented Air Quality Scientist to prepare technically sound and legally defensive air quality, greenhouse gas (GHG) and energy analyses and technical appendices, primarily for California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents, such as Initial Studies (ISs), Environmental Analyses (EAs), Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) or Environmental Impact Statements (EISs).  

Responsibilities

• Provide support and assistance to Section and Project Managers in research, technical writing and model/simulation functions, as requested, as well as provide recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Develop technically and legally defensible air quality, greenhouse gas (GHG), and energy analyses and technical appendices to be included in CEQA and NEPA environmental documents
• Use approved software models, such as the California Emissions Estimation Model (CalEEMod) and EMFAC, to estimate a project's air pollutant emissions
• Develop and quantify emission reduction potential of appropriate mitigation measures, if needed
• Develop either technical reports or sections for environmental documents
• Use air dispersion models, such as AERMOD and HARP, to evaluate the project's construction-related and operational-related emission and health impacts 
• Develop air quality policy documents, such as air quality elements to General Plans 
• Help develop mitigation monitoring plans and programs to insure compliance with stated and agreed-to mitigation requirements
• Meet firm's and client's goals within the agreed-upon scope of work and budget
• Develop and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with clients and colleagues
• Represent and promote firm's strengths/reputation in the air quality industry

Qualifications

Skills:

• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate air quality assessments
• Provide effective and quality communication through written and oral methods
• Work creatively as a member of an environmental assessment team
• Promote teamwork through interpersonal skills
• Marketing and proposal preparation
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Word and Excel, as well as internet usage

Work Environment:

• The position operates in both field and office environment
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment
• This position may require some travel to attend meetings as well as fieldwork This role may be exposed to a variety of terrains and a variety of weather conditions while performing fieldwork

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
• The employee may spend extended periods of time sitting in front of the computer
• The employee is required to stand, stoop, walk, reach with hands and arms and hand/finger dexterity
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences or related field required; Master's degree in Environmental Management or equivalent a plus
• 2-4 years of experience in Environmental Services, air quality and/or greenhouse gas (GHG) emission inventory quantification and modeling skills including AERMOD, CalEEMod, ArcGIS and other software models
• Other air permitting or assessment/modeling experience highly desired
• FCS is focused on advancing the skills and experiences of our staff and has opportunities that expand the globe

To Apply

• Please click "Apply" below to upload your resume or CV along with a technical writing sample.

~ FCS is an equal opportunity employer ~