FirstCarbon Solutions (FCS), an ADEC Innovation, is focused on improving the world we live in. It's our goal to improve the lives of all the people we work with, whether they are clients, partners, or colleagues. Come join our team of amazing professionals dedicated to making the world a better place!

An Air Quality Specialist (CG04) prepares technically sound and legally defensive air quality, greenhouse gas, 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). This role is approximately 85% report writing/analysis and 15% modeling, this role is an on-call or part-time role that can advance to a full time position.

Duties and 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, 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 the 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 ensure compliance with stated and agreed-to mitigation requirements
Meet the 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 the firm's strengths/reputation in the air quality industry

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

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 emission inventory quantification, and modeling skills, including AERMOD, CalEEMod, ArcGIS, and other software models
Other air permitting or assessment/modeling experiences are highly desired

Work Environment

The position operates in a remote, home 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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. The employee may spend extended periods of time sitting in front of the computer. The employee must stand, stoop, walk, and reach with hands and arms and hand/finger dexterity. Specific vision abilities this job requires include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Salary: $60,000 - $72,500

FCS offers competitive salaries and robust benefits with opportunities for personal and professional development. If you want to work in a collaborative, creative work environment where you can provide meaningful contributions while being challenged to grow on the job, then you are encouraged to apply!

Competitive, progressive benefits including

Remote/Hybrid/in-office work location options
Escalating PTO structure
Up to 10 paid holidays (up to 4 are flexible holidays)
Full health care package:
Up to 100% employer-paid employee medical and 55% eligible dependent coverage*
80% employer-paid dental and vision
Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term Disability insurance
Employee Assistance & Wellness Program
401k & Roth
Pet insurance discounts

Information Security

Adhering to all policies, guidelines, and procedures pertaining to the protection of information of the organization, employees must maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information to which they are given access. They are also responsible for reporting actual or suspected events or incidents, including vulnerabilities or breaches, that may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information to members of the Management Team.

Mutual respect is fundamental. Fundamental to our teams. Fundamental to our clients. Fundamental to the communities we serve and live in. Fundamental to the landscapes we work within. We need you and your unique talents, history, and background to become the Company we aspire to be. We insist upon a culture of common respect, expect transparency, and celebrate the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. Our mutual equality as humans is the path to innovative collaboration. We cultivate integrity, driving us to growth, and allowing us to achieve more together than we could ever hope to as individuals.

Air Quality CEQA Specialist

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