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Overview The Environmental Programs Department is responsible for environmental review of VTA’s capital projects, the Sustainability Program, and the Stormwater Management Program. This role supports preparation of federal and state environmental documents, compliance with environmental laws and regulations, acquisition of regulatory permits, management of mitigation plans, and coordination on a wide range of environmental topics including sustainability and stormwater management.
What You'll Be Doing
Environmental Planner II
– Under supervision, manage environmental studies and compliance programs; review land development applications and documents for their impact on transportation systems and facilities; support VTA’s sustainability program.
Environmental Planner III
– Perform comprehensive environmental planning and analysis for transportation projects; lead environmental compliance programs; coordinate with consultants and public agencies; oversee complex environmental studies.
Develop and manage environmental documentation, monitoring plans, and reports for transportation projects.
Prepare and submit federal and state permits and applications, ensuring compliance with NEPA and CEQA.
Coordinate and present environmental matters before commissions, governing bodies and at inter‑agency and public meetings.
Assist with the administration of VTA’s Storm Water Management and Sustainability Programs.
Manage budgets, schedules and contracts for environmental activities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, natural or physical science, transportation or urban planning, or a related field.
1–4 years of experience in environmental compliance, monitoring or program management (for II) or 4–8 years for III; a master’s degree may substitute for some experience.
Hands‑on experience preparing NEPA and CEQA documents and working with federal and state permitting agencies.
Strong analytical skills with ability to assess impacts and develop mitigation strategies.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and environmental modeling software.
Salary Competitive hourly rates ranging from $49.45 to $70.15, with annual equivalents of $102,856 to $145,912, depending on qualifications and level.
About VTA The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority employs over 2,000 people dedicated to providing solutions that move Silicon Valley. VTA is a county‑wide transportation authority responsible for transit development and operations, congestion management, and the planning and construction of highway, pedestrian and bicycle projects. VTA works with local, state and federal partners to innovate transportation and promote environmental sustainability.
Equal Employment Opportunity VTA is an equal employment opportunity employer. VTA does not and will not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age, ancestry, color, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, national origin, immigration status, political affiliation, race, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, medical condition, disabled veteran or veteran status, etc. VTA provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and examination process. For additional information contact the Human Resources Department at (408) 321-5575 or email Personnel@vta.org.
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Environmental Planner II/III
role at
VTA .
Overview The Environmental Programs Department is responsible for environmental review of VTA’s capital projects, the Sustainability Program, and the Stormwater Management Program. This role supports preparation of federal and state environmental documents, compliance with environmental laws and regulations, acquisition of regulatory permits, management of mitigation plans, and coordination on a wide range of environmental topics including sustainability and stormwater management.
What You'll Be Doing
Environmental Planner II
– Under supervision, manage environmental studies and compliance programs; review land development applications and documents for their impact on transportation systems and facilities; support VTA’s sustainability program.
Environmental Planner III
– Perform comprehensive environmental planning and analysis for transportation projects; lead environmental compliance programs; coordinate with consultants and public agencies; oversee complex environmental studies.
Develop and manage environmental documentation, monitoring plans, and reports for transportation projects.
Prepare and submit federal and state permits and applications, ensuring compliance with NEPA and CEQA.
Coordinate and present environmental matters before commissions, governing bodies and at inter‑agency and public meetings.
Assist with the administration of VTA’s Storm Water Management and Sustainability Programs.
Manage budgets, schedules and contracts for environmental activities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, natural or physical science, transportation or urban planning, or a related field.
1–4 years of experience in environmental compliance, monitoring or program management (for II) or 4–8 years for III; a master’s degree may substitute for some experience.
Hands‑on experience preparing NEPA and CEQA documents and working with federal and state permitting agencies.
Strong analytical skills with ability to assess impacts and develop mitigation strategies.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and environmental modeling software.
Salary Competitive hourly rates ranging from $49.45 to $70.15, with annual equivalents of $102,856 to $145,912, depending on qualifications and level.
About VTA The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority employs over 2,000 people dedicated to providing solutions that move Silicon Valley. VTA is a county‑wide transportation authority responsible for transit development and operations, congestion management, and the planning and construction of highway, pedestrian and bicycle projects. VTA works with local, state and federal partners to innovate transportation and promote environmental sustainability.
Equal Employment Opportunity VTA is an equal employment opportunity employer. VTA does not and will not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age, ancestry, color, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, national origin, immigration status, political affiliation, race, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, medical condition, disabled veteran or veteran status, etc. VTA provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and examination process. For additional information contact the Human Resources Department at (408) 321-5575 or email Personnel@vta.org.
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