Environmental Planner Jobs

An Environmental Planner plays an essential role in the environmental industry as they work on the conservation and management of natural resources. Their responsibilities encompass researching and analyzing environmental conditions, creating environmental impact reports, and implementing strategies for sustainable development. They are involved in decision-making processes related to land use and development, ensuring that projects comply with environmental regulations and standards. They also collaborate with various stakeholders, including government agencies, businesses, and communities, to address environmental concerns and develop sustainable solutions.

To excel in this position, an Environmental Planner should possess a strong understanding of environmental science, excellent analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail. It is crucial for them to have excellent communication skills as they often have to explain complex environmental issues and regulations to non-specialists. A bachelor's degree in environmental science, urban planning, or a related field is generally required, and further certification such as the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) can be advantageous. Prior to becoming an Environmental Planner, one could have roles such as an Environmental Analyst, Environmental Consultant, or Urban Planner, which provide relevant experience in environmental policy, impact assessment, and planning.

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Environmental, Health and Safety Coordinator - Make a Real Impact in Safety at Fuji! Summary: Fuji Vegetable Oil is looking for an EHS Coordinator to support our environmental, health, and safety...

Environmental Analyst

  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 8 hours ago

assessment, monitoring and/or compliance; public speaking, developing presentations and promotional material or outreach; interagency coordination work under a marine turtle permit; driving and safely...

Your Responsibilities: - Assist the Deputy Director and Director to prepare and review federal environmental assessments, pursuant to the regulations of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA),...

Environmental Planner

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 13 hours ago

Preferred Qualifications : Masters preferred in Urban Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Sciences, Economics, or related fields Demonstrated technical writing and communication...

Environmental Analyst IV - Amarillo, TX

  • Amarillo, TX
  • 17 hours ago
  • Amarillo, TX
  • 17 hours ago

Directs site assessment/investigations/remediation projects as necessary....

Field Billing Coordinator - Environmental Solutions

  • Grand View, ID
  • 17 hours ago
  • Grand View, ID
  • 17 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: With general direction, this role performs a variety of routine and non-routine complex billing functions to ensure the proper preparation of accurate and timely bills to...

Environmental Management Coordinator

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 17 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 17 hours ago

The coordinator also facilitates reporting to the Government and offers support to the executive staff in editing and producing documents for quarterly environmental compliance meetings....

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Department of Ecology is hiring an Environmental Justice Planner (Environmental Planner 4) within the Climate Pollution Reduction Program....

Environmental Coordinator (TE2)

  • Lacey, WA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lacey, WA
  • 23 hours ago

In this role, you will play a key role in supporting WSDOTs mission by ensuring transportation projects are planned, designed, and constructed in full compliance with environmental policies and regulatory...

Environmental Planner

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

part of the Environmental Planning team within the Environmental Services Unit (ESU)....

Environmental Planner - Transportation Focus

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description AECOM is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Environmental Planner II to join our California Environmental Planning & Permitting Practice....

Environmental Coordinator

  • Eureka, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 1 day ago

Incumbents apply scientific methods and principles to analyze and evaluate available data on the effects of transportation projects on all aspects of the environment; prepare and review CEQA/NEPA and...

Environmental Analyst IV

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS\: Applicants must have at least (A) five years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of environmental science, biology...

Technician, Facilities Environmental Coordinator

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 2 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 2 days ago

The Facilities Environmental Coordinator works closely with the Supervisor of Facility Management to ensure all facilities operate in compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations,...

related field with at least six (6) years of professional experience in natural resource or environmental science, natural resource or environmental planning, or public administration, or environmental...

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Salary for Environmental Planner Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Planners offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.2%
Master's Degree
30.3%
Doctorate Degree
4.3%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
High School or GED
2.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Planners
4-6 years
19.2%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
None
15.3%
1-2 years
10.7%
10+ years
10.2%
2-4 years
9.3%
6-8 years
8.4%
8-10 years
7.7%


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