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Senior Conservation Planner

Texas

We are the Environment & Planning Division of ICF. We are passionate about doing what’s right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment. We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence—these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow.  If you perform well in a fast-paced, engaging and collaborative environment, and would like to work with a diverse team of industry professionals, we encourage you to learn more about ICF.

Are you a seasoned Senior Conservation Planner looking for a new opportunity? Join our team at ICF's Environment & Planning Division! We are a leading practice in Habitat Conservation Planning and Implementation, offering a wide range of services nationwide. Currently seeking a talented individual with expertise in biology, environmental impact analysis, regulatory compliance, and project management to support our HCP, ESA, and NEPA work. Position based in Austin, with the flexibility to work remotely in a neighboring state. Apply now for a chance to contribute to our unique and impactful practice!

Job Description

Exciting opportunity for a Senior Conservation Planner to join our team! Seeking someone with expertise in natural resource and conservation planning projects, including technical reports, permit applications, habitat management plans, and NEPA documents. Key responsibilities include project coordination, management, and supporting technical analyses. Field work and business development efforts to expand our conservation planning work in the United States are also part of the role.

Basic Qualifications

BS/BA degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Biology, Ecology, or related field. MS or PhD preferred.  

8+ years of experience in environmental consulting or related field with a focus on ESA, NEPA, and environmental compliance.

2+ years of experience in a project management or management support role.

Additional Skills

Experience working with private, public-sector clients, and regulatory agencies.

Experience with the development and management of project scopes, schedules and budgets, including contracting, invoicing, and client communications.

Strong organizational, communication, facilitation, writing, and analytical skills.

Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

This is an outstanding opportunity to work with talented and passionate individuals and to grow with a firm that believes in nurturing talent and developing long-term career success. ICF is a purpose driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect. Our core values include Embracing Differences, and we seek candidates who are passionate about building a culture that encourages, embraces and hires dimensions of differences.

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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.

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Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more here: Requesting an Accommodation for the ICF interview process.

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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:

$87,069.00 - $148,017.00

Texas Remote Office (TX99)