Immediate W2 contract position available in Atlanta, GA. Estimated Duration:12 months Classification: Environmental Specialist SR
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for providing consultation, permitting, coordination and support to all of the Company’s business units where construction, operations and maintenance activities may affect a variety of cultural resources including archaeological and historic features that may be on or near the Company’s property, easements, and existing or planned activities.
This position will investigate resources and needs, develop company strategy, negotiate solutions, draft and implement agreements, and facilitate compliance with laws, regulations and associated cultural resource management plans.
Specific responsibilities will include working with the Company’s Delivery team in project due diligence and planning, conducting archival research, determining the need for cultural resource surveys, overseeing archaeological and historic investigations to support project feasibility studies, assessing permitting requirements associated with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Appendix C, National Historic Preservation Act Section 106, Georgia Cemetery Law, State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) guidelines, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) hydro relicensing, Title 22 of the Official Code of Georgia and other applicable regulations.
The analyst/specialist will determine compliant and cost-effective avoidance and/or permitting and mitigation strategies with respect to cultural resources for Company projects.
Responsibilities may also include directing and coordinating consultation with state and federal agency personnel, federally-recognized tribes or tribal organizations, developing solutions and negotiating with stakeholders.
Responsibilities will also include reviewing and selecting appropriate cultural resource consultants for desktop and field investigations, report preparation/review and ensuring quality work products are provided to Georgia Power, as well as reviewing and approving consultant bid packages and invoices for contracted work.
Coordination of this program involves extensive teamwork and communication with internal customers, regulatory agencies, cultural resources consultants, and external stakeholders.
Education Requirements:
Advanced degree in history, archeology, anthropology, or closely related discipline
Certifications and specialized training a plus
Experience Requirements:
Five or more years of experience leading cultural resources surveys and investigation, including both archaeological and historical resources
Experience coordinating with governing agencies such as SHPO, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, FERC, and Georgia Department of Natural Resources on cultural resources surveys, avoidance and mitigation strategies.
Experience with governing regulations, including USACE Appendix C, National Historic Preservation Act andGeorgia Cemetery Law among others
Cultural resource evaluations and USACE Appendix C/NHPA Section 106 permitting and compliance on linear projects (road and/or utility) and stand-alone construction activities
Experience utilizing Georgia’s Natural, Archaeological, and Historic Resources GIS (GNAHRGIS) and other online resources for archaeological and historic information.
Experience with Historic Preservation Division Archaeological Assessment Report Guidelines and Components (2001) and the Georgia Council of Professional Archaeologists’ Georgia Standards and Guidelines for Archaeological Surveys (2001)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to synthesize technical information and communicate in a manner suitable for technical and non-technical audiences
Proficient with GIS software
Working knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations and professional guidelines with respect to archaeological and historic resources
Excellent oral and written (business and technical) communication skills
Judgement skills necessary to make decisions, solve problems and implement solutions
Strong organizing, planning and scheduling skills with the ability to manage and track numerous projects
Maintain the National Park Service’s Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards for archaeology, history, or architectural history
Ability to serve as an expert witness up to and including provision of testimony at hearings
Ability to drive vehicles on and off-road; occasional overnight travel is required
Ability to work independently and on teams, without direct supervision, outside normal business hours and outdoors in a variety of weather and field conditions
Behavioral Attributes:
Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with Company values, Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment
Self-directed with strong initiative and pro-active, solution-oriented approach
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills that facilitate teamwork across business units
Works as a team player and takes personal responsibility for successes and failures
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
10% – Employee receives clear instructions from supervisor regarding what to do and how to do it.
20% – Tasks follow set guidelines or procedures.
30% – Employee must consider alternative courses of action and then make a decision after considering the options.
40% – Employee has the authority to make significant choices and decisions, without specific guidance or direction from the supervisor.
Explanation:
Ultimately, the supervisor approves strategy and reviews permit applications and has ability to direct employee under permitting scenarios.
However, the employee manages each project assigned to him or her and may or may not engage the supervisor.
Engagement depends on the complexity of the project and the number of business units, schedules, and budgets affected by the project.
The employee is also working with an internal customer and taking direction from the Power Delivery Project Manager, who usually does not interact with employee’s supervisor.
Task Complexity:
20% – Tasks are straight-forward, routine, and often repetitive.
60% – Tasks are varied and fairly complex.
20% – Assignments are quite varied and highly complex.
Explanation:
The repetitive components of the job are processing data, project database maintenance, updating project tracking software, and approving invoices.
Each project is different/variable based on internal customer/business unit, project scope/size, budget source, level of impact, and site constraints.
Some projects require solo field work and decisions while other projects require work with a team of 30 people in which the employee is the Subject Matter Expert on cultural issues.
If you already have a resume on file with The E Group and would like to be considered for this position, simply email your note of interest to The E Group at [email protected].
Why Choose The E Group? We are an award winning firm recognized for having an outstanding reputation with our clients and employees. All contractors are eligible for full group health and dental benefits, 401K with matching, and various insurances. Generous living expenses are given to help those who relocate or have duplicate housing.
For immediate consideration simply attach your resume to this posting or email your resume to [email protected]. All applicants will receive feedback once position closes.
