Environmental and Historic Preservation Specialist

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. Lead environmental screening for approximately 40 proposed equipment sites across three islands .

Posted 11/6/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in NEPA compliance, including environmental assessments and categorical exclusions, while effectively coordinating with regulatory agencies and stakeholders. Proficient in preparing FEMA EHP support packages and integrating historic preservation findings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

NEPA ComplianceFEMA EHP ReviewEnvironmental AssessmentsGIS Data FamiliarityTechnical Writing Skills

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Hard Skills

Environmental ScienceEnvironmental PlanningNatural ResourcesFloodplain ManagementEndangered Species ActCoastal Zone Management ActNHPA Section 106Telecommunications SitingInfrastructure SitingTechnical Writing

Tools & Technologies

GIS

Industry Keywords

FEMA EHPSpecial Flood Hazard AreasU.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceNOAA FisheriesU.S. Virgin IslandsCoastal Zone ManagementHistoric PreservationSite VisitsEnvironmental Conditions TrackingGround Disturbance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead environmental screening for approximately 40 proposed equipment sites across three islands
Cover NEPA considerations, floodplain management under 44 CFR Part 9, endangered species, wetlands and coastal zone requirements
Conduct the FEMA eight-step floodplain decision-making process for sites in Special Flood Hazard Areas
Coordinate with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, NOAA Fisheries and the USVI Department of Planning and Natural Resources, including Coastal Zone Management
Prepare the FEMA-format EHP support package, including narrative, maps, annotated photographs and supporting documentation
Work with the Historic Preservation / SHPO Specialist to integrate Section 106 historic-property findings
Coordinate with GIS specialists, field survey teams and design engineers to confirm project footprints, ground disturbance and visual effects
Support client review and finalization of the EHP package and respond to FEMA EHP questions
Track environmental conditions and commitments for future-phase design, permitting and construction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental planning, natural resources or a related field is required
7+ years’ experience in NEPA compliance, including categorical exclusions and environmental assessments
Direct experience with FEMA EHP review for HMGP or Public Assistance projects is strongly preferred
Working knowledge of 44 CFR Part 9, Endangered Species Act Section 7, the Coastal Zone Management Act and NHPA Section 106
Experience with telecommunications or infrastructure siting (towers, rooftop equipment) is preferred
Experience in island or coastal environments, particularly the Caribbean or U.S. territories, is a plus
Strong technical writing skills and working familiarity with GIS data
Ability to travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands for site visits

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Retirement plans with company contributions
Professional development opportunities and career growth support
Dynamic and collaborative work environment
Ability to travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands for site visits