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Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) Specialist - ( 210001VL )DescriptionAt Stantec, we care about the communities we serve—because they’re our communities, too. We take pride in our ability to assess what’s needed and apply our expertise, to appreciate nuances and visualize what’s never been considered, and bring together diverse perspectives to achieve successful outcomes. Be part of Stantec’s disaster services program which, as a corporate strategic initiative, has grown into a company-wide, collaborative resource for infrastructure recovery and hazard mitigation expertise.Your OpportunityWe are seeking exceptionally talented and enthusiastic professionals to join our disaster services program. This role allows candidates to support municipal, state, and/or federal clients in their disaster recovery efforts. You will apply your expertise as a member of the technical assistance teams we staff wherever disasters have been declared. Some assignments require deployment to the designated client field office, some are entirely remote at a Stantec or Home office, and some require minimal travel.Your Key ResponsibilitiesEnvironmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) Specialists conduct EHP compliance reviews on Public Assistance (PA) grant applications for disaster recovery projects in the completed, standard, and specialized lanes within the FEMA PA delivery model. Their role includes helping to ensure compliance with EHP regulations and that the regulations are understood and incorporated as appropriate into Scopes of Work (SOW).QualificationsYour Capabilities and CredentialsPrior FEMA PA experience preferred, but not required
Strong understanding of EHP compliance requirements and the EHP review process, including a working knowledge of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Executive Orders 11988 and 11990, the Endangered Species Act, and the National Historic Preservation Act
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong observational, decision making, analytical, critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills with ability to synthesize and clearly present key disaster recovery issues and progress to resolution
Flexible work style with the ability to immediately adapt to changing priorities
Successful track record working in, or leading project teams
Outstanding computer skills:
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word), Adobe Acrobat, and Google Earth required
FEMA Grants Manager is a plus
File conversion and import/export ability required
Experience dealing with public agencies
Current active FEMA badge a plus, eligibility for issuance required
Education and ExperienceEHP Specialists should have a college degree and a minimum of two years of professional experience in any of the following disciplines:Environmental Planning
Historic Preservation/Architecture
Biology
Wetlands
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.Primary Location : United States-Minnesota-MinneapolisOther Locations : United States-California-Pasadena, United States-Florida-Miami, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Texas-DallasJob : Quality Assurance/ControlOrganization : BC-1938 Community Development-US North CentralEmployee Status : TemporaryJob Level : Individual ContributorTravel : NoSchedule : Part-timeJob Posting : Aug 4, 2021, 3:11:14 PMReq ID: 210001VLStantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
