Lead the development and submission of environmental permits, impact assessments, and compliance reports.
Perform detailed regulatory research and analysis to ensure project adherence to federal, state, and local environmental laws (e.g., NEPA, CEQA, CWA, CAA, RCRA).
Act as a liaison with regulatory agencies, addressing compliance-related concerns and permit conditions.
Develop and implement compliance strategies and mitigation measures for complex projects.
Oversee and conduct environmental field assessments, audits, and compliance monitoring.
Interpret and analyze environmental monitoring data, identifying trends and potential compliance risks.
Ensure the implementation of best management practices (BMPs) related to stormwater, hazardous materials, air quality, and erosion control.
Prepare and review comprehensive compliance reports, impact assessments, and mitigation plans.
Ensure proper documentation, record-keeping, and regulatory reporting for environmental compliance activities.
Provide quality control and technical oversight for compliance-related documents prepared by junior staff.
Serve as a task manager or phase manager for complex compliance-related tasks, coordinating multidisciplinary team contributions.
Communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, and project teams to provide compliance solutions and resolve potential issues.
Support public meetings, regulatory negotiations, and stakeholder engagements related to environmental compliance.
Develop and implement innovative tools, templates, and workflows to improve environmental compliance tracking and reporting.
Identify and propose strategies to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness of compliance services.
Contribute to internal training programs and best practice initiatives for environmental compliance.
Continue expanding expertise in environmental compliance regulations, permitting, and industry trends.
Actively participate in professional organizations (e.g., AEP, NAEP, SWANA), including attending conferences, presenting research, or taking on leadership roles.
Mentor and train junior staff and interns, providing technical guidance and career development support.
Requirements
6+ years of experience in environmental compliance, regulatory assessments, or permitting.
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field required.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment.
Strong understanding of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and compliance strategies.
Ability to lead and perform complex field assessments, data analysis, and compliance monitoring.
Advanced technical writing proficiency for regulatory reports and environmental documentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with GIS or environmental modeling tools is a plus.
Benefits
Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.