Senior Analyst/Planner (Environmental/CEQA)

Benchmark Resources, https://benchmarkresources.com/  is a planning and environmental firm that specializes in managing complex land use permitting and regulatory compliance. We focus on projects such as mineral development, solid waste, roads, power transmission lines, pipelines, and other projects essential to society. These projects require uncommon experience and skill given the interaction with protected environmental resources.

Our success is founded on the desire to safeguard the common needs and interests of business, government, and the community while conserving California’s unique natural resources.

Benchmark Resources is certified as a California small business and an Alameda County small, local and emerging business (SLEB).

We are currently seeking a Mid-level or Senior Analyst/Planner to join our diverse and talented team.

Summary: Responsible for assisting Project Managers with the preparation and coordination of land use documents and environmental analysis as required under CEQA, SMARA, and/or NEPA by performing the following duties.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Technical:

• Demonstrates an advanced understanding of the principles and concepts of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA), and/or National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
• Demonstrates practical experience in the application of CEQA, SMARA, and/or NEPA principles to the preparation and processing of use permit and/or reclamation plan application packages, environmental impact analysis, environmental impact reports, reclamation plans, staff reports, and other documents necessary to support approval of land use entitlements in California.
• Identifies project issues, information needs, or hindrances, propose potential solutions or additional information, and synthesize the issue for project manager review.
• Researches, prepares, and coordinates preparation of draft documents necessary to support approval of land use entitlements for project manager review with limited oversight.
• Supports Project Managers on an as needed basis with requested research and information to respond to Project requirements or client requests.
• Critiques, proofreads, edits, and incorporates technical analysis and sub consultant reports into draft environmental documents.
• Assigns work tasks to administrative staff and directs sub-consultants in preparation of environmental and planning documents or supporting technical studies.
• Responsible for technical competence and understanding of one or more environmental specialties such as land use, hydrology, air quality, noise, and hydrology.

Administrative:

• Completes assignments in a timely fashion, under strict timelines, or within an establish project schedule.
• Prioritizes competing assignments and communicates conflicting deadlines with staff, analysts, and Project Managers.
• Handles confidential information with professionalism, tact, and discretion.
• Supports Project Managers as needed in administrative functions.
• Ability to communicate assignments, deliverables, and other priorities during weekly staff meetings.
• Assists in the formatting, production, and delivery of work products.

Financial:

• Perform project assignments within established budgets. *
• Assist project managers with the estimating and budgeting of time for performance of work tasks.

Marketing:

• Assists Project Managers in the preparation of requests for proposals, statement of qualifications, and other marketing items as directed. *
• Participates in appropriate organizations, industry functions, and other promotional activities. *

Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities:

• Regular punctual attendance
• Outstanding level of professionalism including the ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, tact, and diplomacy
• Self Motivated/Directed, able to take corrective feedback in a positive manner
• Communicate and articulate complex details in a simple and concise way
• Positive, energetic, and professional attitude
• Availability to work occasional evenings and/or weekends
• Flexibility to a change schedule and priorities
• Shows initiative by volunteering for new tasks or assignments that expand your understanding or knowledge of clients, industry, and/or work products.
• Ability to simultaneously work and prioritize multiple projects/tasks in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and willing to learn and take on new work products and programs
• Strong organizational skills
• Works well with tiers of managers, technical, and other administrative staff

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Microsoft Project, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Outlook.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B. A. / B. S.) from four-year college or university; Master’s Degree is encourage, but not required,  and two to  eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold (non-weather); extreme heat (non-weather); risk of electrical shock; and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

This job posting may span more than one career level.

In addition to base salary, this job may be eligible to participate in our corporate discretionary bonus program, and depending on the position offered, it may also be eligible to receive a commission. Additionally, Benchmark Resources offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) program with employer match, vacation, and sick leave.

To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all California based jobs. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and geographic location, benchmarked against similar industry companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed below.

The base pay range for this position is:  $70,000.00-$100,000.00

EEO STATEMENT

Benchmark Resources is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Benchmark Resources is an equal opportunity employer and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.