Aquatic Permitting Specialist
ICF
San Diego, California
Full-Time
$75,000
RemoteSenior
Aquatic Permitting Specialist
About Us
At the Environment & Planning (E&P) Division, we are driven by our commitment to do what’s right—for our clients, our team, our communities, and the environment. Our diverse group includes planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a dedication to excellence. These qualities define our culture and fuel our growth.
You’ll work alongside a skilled team of wildlife biologists, botanists, aquatic resource specialists, restoration ecologists, regulatory experts, environmental planners, and compliance specialists. This position is based in Southern California, with offices in San Diego, Irvine, and Los Angeles. Full-time remote work within Southern California is also an option.
Although the range below is wider to accommodate growth within the job, this position will have a starting pay range of $75,000 to $95,000 based on % match of qualifications/experience/responsibilities, location, and other.
Your Role
We are seeking an Aquatic Permitting Specialist to join our Regulatory Compliance and Permitting Team. In this role, you will:
Conduct aquatic resource delineations and conditional assessments using agency-approved methods.
Assist with permit applications for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Board, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and California Coastal Commission.
Collaborate with our restoration team to draft mitigation documents.
Support the biological team in consultations with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and in preparing technical documents.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience preparing permit applications and supporting documents under relevant regulations (Clean Water Act Sections 401/404, Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, State Fish and Game Code Section 1600).
At least 2 years of experience field work
Preferred Skills & Experience
Experience identifying jurisdictional waters and wetlands, preparing delineation reports, and supporting CRAM assessments.
Ability to collect, organize, and document field data for quality report preparation; strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, including preparing meeting materials.
Solid understanding of aquatic resource regulations, regulatory review processes, and effective teamwork with agencies.
Excellent communication abilities, professional ethics, adaptability to fast-paced environments, and proficiency in MS Office.
Skilled at managing multiple priorities, willing to travel (including overnight), and able to perform strenuous fieldwork.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEOpolicy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.
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At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$73,770.00 - $125,408.00San Diego, CA (CA74)