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ERM is seeking an experienced Environmental Impact Assessment Principal Consultant with consulting experience and established client relationships, to play a key role in growing our business in Charlotte, North Carolina office. The ideal candidate will have established relationships with potential clients along with technical expertise leading multi-media environmental permitting, NEPA, and large-scale capital projects in the oil & gas, utility and renewables industries.   As a senior leader, you will be fully accountable for successfully selling and consulting on a range of environmental, social, and health impact assessment projects to build a sustainable business locally, while networking with ERM's global technical team to share best practices across the industry. This is a partner-track opportunity for a senior-level professional looking to advance their career with a global environmental leader, and to make a significant impact in successfully implementing ERM's global strategy.  RESPONSIBILITIES:        Develop and implement strategic business/action plan, provide leadership, and deliver performance results to expand Impact Assessment & Planning (IAP) service area and client base in Charlotte, North Carolina.  Serve as a key member of the “core” technical team to drive double-digit profitable growth across the IAP service lines (environmental impact assessment, land planning, facility siting & permitting, risk assessment and water resources management). As a “seller/doer,” contribute to business development of ERM’s global IAP service area. Identify and develop new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and take active leadership role in developing new business with new and existing clients. Develop and expand client relationships that generate repeat business. Serve as Senior Technical Director for NEPA environmental assessment (EA) and environmental impact statement (EIS) projects and related activities in support of ERM clients’ capital projects (i.e., oil and gas, mining, power generation, electrical transmission, renewable energy projects).  Contribute to preparing EAs/EISs and associated management plans in compliance with NEPA, serving in roles ranging from lead technical expert to QA/QC.  Achieve client’s expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality. Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire and mentor personnel for overall success of technical team. Capitalize on existing ERM client relationships to expand ERM’s profile and market share in the IAP market (through a combination of excellence in technical delivery and business development). Work with other ERM resources to deepen relationships with ERM key clients and establish new client relationships that result in significant net revenue growth. Support the general growth and development of ERM’s international IAP technical community. Collaborate with other ERM global practitioners to execute impact assessment projects. Participate on teams comprised of impact assessment professionals from multiple offices around the global ERM organization. REQUIREMENTS: BS/MS in environmental studies, planning, geography, civil or environmental engineering or related field; PE, CEP, AICP or similar registration desired. 15+ years of consulting experience with impact assessment and multi-media permitting. Proven track record in developing and implementing successful business growth strategies. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, and book personal sales in new IAP consulting services. Solid grasp of the key impact assessment and management issues within the utility, oil & gas, and renewables sectors, as well as a high degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of impact assessment best practices. Recognized technical expertise by and established reputation in the marketplace, including positive reputation with key regulators relevant to impact assessment approvals.  Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.  Positive outlook, collaborative, and driven by the success of ERM as a global company.  Who We Are: As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide.  Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business.  ERM and our partners are driven by a dynamic vision: By 2021 we will be the clear leader in our chosen markets, we will double in value and we will deliver on our promises to our clients, our people and our investors.  For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers.  We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency.  Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.  ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.  Thank you for your interest in ERM! BS/MS in environmental studies, planning, geography, civil or environmental engineering or related field; PE, CEP, AICP or similar registration desired. 15+ years of consulting experience with impact assessment and multi-media permitting. Proven track record in developing and implementing successful business growth strategies. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, and book personal sales in new IAP consulting services. Solid grasp of the key impact assessment and management issues within the utility, oil & gas, and renewables sectors, as well as a high degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of impact assessment best practices. Recognized technical expertise by and established reputation in the marketplace, including positive reputation with key regulators relevant to impact assessment approvals.  Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.  Positive outlook, collaborative, and driven by the success of ERM as a global company. 

The Nicholas School of the Environment (NSOE) at Duke University seeks to hire two tenure-track faculty at the Assistant Professor level whose research will build on the School’s core research and educational strengths to address key environmental challenges of the 21st century.  We invite applicants specializing in any of the following areas: Near-surface geology and geophysics with linkages to Earth resources, such as energy, minerals, water, and soils, or to geohazards. Large- and regional-scale physical oceanography or ocean-atmospheric interactions, with relevance to past, current, and/or future climate. Restoration ecology, developing natural solutions for increasing resilience across multiple systems or at landscapes scales in the face of ongoing environmental changes. Environmental health, broadly defined to include toxicology, environmental exposures and health effects, ecological-human health connections and environmental justice issues.  NSOE is a vibrant interdisciplinary community with faculty who conduct both basic and applied research in the physical, biological and social sciences. We anticipate that the successful candidates will be based in Durham, NC, but encourage them to collaborate with faculty from across the Nicholas School, both on main campus and at the Duke Marine Lab campus in Beaufort, NC.  These candidates are expected to develop an externally funded and nationally recognized research program, teach and mentor undergraduate, professional and graduate students, and engage in service within NSOE, the University, and in the broader scientific community. The successful candidates are also expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusivity, respect and excellence.  To apply, submit : A cover letter that includes the applicant’s approaches to diversity and inclusion in teaching, advising and scholarship; Curriculum vitae; A statement of research interests within the context of the future of your discipline, including information about existing or planned research support; A teaching philosophy statement that includes concrete examples of how the applicant has put their philosophy into practice; Up to three representative publications; Names and contact information for a minimum of three references. Applications should be directed to AcademicJobsOnline. See Job # 15443  The search committee will begin reviewing applications January 6, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled. Further inquiries may be directed to the search committee chair, Professor Lincoln Pratson at nsoe-faculty-search@duke.edu   Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best accomplished when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values  Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools.  Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.  To Apply , visit: https://apptrkr.com/1705725

Expected Start Date:  April 6, 2020 (Encouraged) May 22, 2020 (Mandatory)   Summary: Founded in 1967, North Carolina Outward Bound School (NCOBS) is a charter member of the leading outdoor education network in the world. Our wilderness courses, from the mountains of North Carolina to the shores of South Florida to the peaks of South America, deliver our mission to change lives through challenge and discovery.   The River Specialist assists a Lead River Specialist in the risk management and delivery of the North Carolina Outward Bound School whitewater programs to assure our mission. Working as a river specialist at NCOBS can be fun, challenging, and rewarding. It is a job that will keep you thinking, problem-solving, physically active, constantly learning and growing. As river staff, we define ourselves as educators working through the median of whitewater. We design our river blocks to meet the outcomes of our guiding principles and look for opportunities out on and off the water to do this. We are part of a larger team of people, which includes field instructors, course directors, support staff, and program directors, helping to work toward the common goal of meeting the mission and principles and living them out with the students and in our lives. The river specialist position is a training ground to be a Lead River Specialist position.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure students and staff are properly managing risks associated with paddling whitewater. Deliver quality whitewater instruction to NCOBS’ staff and students. Ensure paddling programs adhere to National and NCOBS risk management policies, risk management procedures, local operating procedures, and directives from WPM. Assist in logistical support of river programs.   Working Conditions: Must be able to lift 75 pounds and participate in vigorous physical activity including but not limited to paddling and camping in the field. Irregular work hours as necessary.   Qualifications: Interest in making a positive difference in the lives of people, both students, and co-workers. Passion for teaching whitewater paddling. Can work well on a team with other professional outdoor educators and at the same time be able to operate on one's own when appropriate Current WFR and CPR certifications. American Canoe Association Level 4 Canoe Instructor certification or equivalent experience. Swiftwater Rescue Training and demonstrable skills. Ability to make sound judgment calls on and off the water with their groups and co-workers. Strong awareness of risk management and mature respect for the dynamic nature of water-based programs. Experience leading groups engaged in whitewater paddling. Demonstrate the following skills to the NCOBS WPM, or designee: A personal skill base that allows the individual to comfortably facilitate the students’ experience and perform boat-based rescues from a tandem and solo open canoe in up to class III whitewater. Ability to effectively present the components and skills necessary to facilitate and manage the risks of a standard NCOBS’ three to five day tandem canoe progression. Understanding of river hydrology and whitewater river hazards how to manage them. Ability to swim effectively in class III whitewater. Cleared background screening and ability to drive NCOBS vehicles and trailers.   Compensation and Benefits: Pay is per diem and based upon the NCOBS field staff pay scale. Housing stipend of $180 / month to be provided June - August for specialist working 3+ river blocks. For internal candidates, you will receive an additional 100 field credit bonus. Access to seasonal staff benefits (professional development funds, pro-deal, etc.). Food stipend for river blocks.   Application Instructions:   The hiring process for this position will occur in three phases:      1) An interview with an NCOBS Staffing Manager      2) An in-person paddling interview with the NCOBS White Water Program Manager. (Date/Time as needed)      3) Following these interviews, applicants may be offered a position and will need to be available to participate in    River   Specialist Training,  May 22 - 24, 2020.  If additional paddling experience is required, hired candidates can shadow spring river blocks (March/April) prior to River Specialist Training. Interested Candidates should apply through the NCOBS careers website. Please upload a paddling log.  (Click Here to download a blank paddling log) Candidates will be offered interviews on a rolling basis. We are looking to fill 6 - 8 Whitewater Specialists for the 2020 season.   The North Carolina Outward Bound School (NCOBS) prohibits discrimination against and harassment of any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, qualified individuals with a disability on the basis of the disability, or any other category which may be protected under applicable local, state or federal law. NCOBS promotes respect for all people, and will not tolerate harassment based on any of these characteristics nor on differences based on gender identity or expression. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !