Associate Environmental Specialist

San Diego County Regional Airport Authority

. Review project plans for capital, tenant improvement, and major maintenance projects .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $77,604 - $124,167 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental program management, compliance auditing, and construction project oversight, with a strong focus on sustainability initiatives and interdepartmental collaboration. Proficient in conducting field inspections and maintaining environmental documentation while ensuring adherence to regulations.

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Environmental Program ManagementCompliance AuditingField InspectionsSustainability InitiativesConstruction Project Oversight

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Hard Skills

Environmental ScienceProject PlanningData AnalysisField Design ReviewRegulatory ComplianceEnvironmental ReportingIncident ManagementStormwater Data ReviewTechnical Process ParticipationConstruction Monitoring

Soft Skills

Interdepartmental CoordinationCommunicationTraining FacilitationProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Environmental Monitoring ToolsLaboratory Reporting SystemsProject Management SoftwareCompliance Tracking Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

QSD CertificationQSP CertificationQISP CertificationLEED Green AssociateLEED AP Credential

Industry Keywords

Environmental RegulationsSustainabilityPublic Agency CollaborationConstruction ComplianceTenant Improvement Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review project plans for capital, tenant improvement, and major maintenance projects
Attend pre-design and pre-construction meetings
Review field design changes
Monitor construction for adherence to environmental regulations and organizational initiatives
Participate in technical processes, compliance audits, reporting, and permitting activities
Conduct field inspections
Coordinate with contractors to meet compliance requirements
Review stormwater data and laboratory reports
Partner with internal teams, regulatory agencies, contractors, and tenants on environmental program issues, inspections, trainings, and incident management
Monitor construction projects throughout their lifecycle
Identify environmental considerations and facilitate interdepartmental coordination and communication
Contribute to sustainability initiatives and track progress
Write and maintain environmental documents, reports, records, and operating procedures
Lead or assist with environmental training, educational activities, promotional events, and outreach
Drive Authority vehicles to construction sites and other Airport Authority locations for inspections, monitoring, meetings, and environmental program activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Four years of increasingly responsible experience involving analysis, planning, and/or implementation of professional environmental-related program assignments, or equivalent combination of education, training, or experience
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in environmental science, public or business administration, or a closely related field
Valid driver’s license
Ability to maintain insurability under the Authority’s vehicle insurance policy
Valid California driver’s license
Acceptable driving record to operate Authority vehicles
Compliance with Airport Authority vehicle use policies, safety protocols, and reporting requirements
Current QSD, QSP, and/or QISP certification, LEED Green Associate and/or LEED AP credential preferred
Experience supporting construction projects and/or working within or in partnership with a public agency preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

14 paid holidays
18–33 days of vacation (PTO)
Parental and child care benefits
Salary continuance for family and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Retirement plan options, including a comprehensive pension plan and 457 defined contribution plan
Annual employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account
Multiple on-site gyms
Outdoor workspaces
Financial wellness advisors
Scenic walking trails
Supportive wellness package
Hybrid work schedule with remote work flexibility on department-determined days