Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Boston Government Services, LLC. (BGS) is seeking a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Specialist to support our clients at Washington, D.C.

BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.

We are passionate about our culture! At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employees’ well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.

If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!

BGS is hiring a NEPA Specialist to support the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) State and Community Energy Program (SCEP). Support includes project management, technical document review, research and development analysis support, and facilitation services and meeting support for all NEPA and environmental matters.

An ideal candidate would have excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills; project management experience; interest in energy (especially renewable energy and energy efficiency measures) and related technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct NEPA and environmental compliance reviews, provide technical review and analysis of existing preliminary documents to support drafts of the following documents: NEPA Categorical Exclusion (CX) Determinations, Environmental Impact Statements (EISs), Environmental Assessments (EAs), Supplement Analyses, Sufficiency Reviews, Mitigation Action Plans and Interim Action analyses. This may include drafting documents for public meetings or public hearings.
• Perform an environmental analysis of recipient information and data and use this data to develop draft NEPA determinations. This may include data gathering and data clarification with Technology Project Officer and project recipients, using Google Earth, other federal agency maps, outreach and possible consultation with other federal agencies.
• Attend and document the results of assigned meetings, hearings and phone calls to include but not limited to: NEPA meetings, hearings, and conference calls; public scoping meetings, information meetings and public hearings on an EIS or EA; conduct phone interviews with recipients and/or contractors preparing NEPA documents; and support NEPA personnel in Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) Requirements Document meetings, concept paper reviews, development of draft Statement of Project Objectives, and development of NEPA provisions for award terms and conditions as requested.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (project management, sustainable energy, earth science, energy management, or other related discipline).
• >5 years’ experience.
• Knowledgeable of NEPA and crosscutting environmental laws, regulations, policies and guidance applicable to the preparation of NEPA documents and associated environmental reports.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
• Professional attitude.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Self-starter, an ability to work both independently and as part of a highly dynamic collaborative team.
• Ability to balance multiple long and short-term projects and competing priorities.
• Comfortable switching between projects of various levels of urgency and handling new projects as they arise.
• Must be U.S. citizen.
• Successful drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable of NEPA requirements and proficient in the preparation of Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements.
• Proficient in consulting with federal, state and local regulatory agencies.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with multiple federal agencies and State Historic Preservation Officers.
• Creative problem solving.

Location/Work Arrangement:

• This position is a Hybrid Work Arrangement at (Washington, D.C.) with some travel/onsite requirements.

Benefits:

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

Starting compensation for this role typically salary ranges between ($75,000) and ($95,000) annually is commensurate with experience relative to the position and may vary based on candidate geographical location.

EEO:

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Exclusive Agreement Disclaimer:

BGS has standing contracts with federal agencies throughout the United States. We require an affirmative exclusive agreement to represent all candidates to our clients. By submitting this application, you are consenting to allow BGS to represent you as a candidate for the role in which you are applying.

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