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Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
The Senior Environmental Specialist (NEPA) coordinates and directs activities necessary for Amtrak to comply with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and related environmental regulations and other permit requirements. Responsibilities include developing strategies and providing regular coordination/document submissions to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Documenting submittal procedures as well as develop and deliver training programs to Amtrak personnel regarding NEPA processes for Amtrak project managers. providing guidance to project teams developing Categorical Exclusion Worksheets. or Environmental Assessments; and acting as liaison to the FRA and other federal agencies regarding NEPA compliance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Development of Amtrak NEPA and section 106 procedures manual, including standard procedures for Amtrak personnel and contractors to follow to provide FRA with consistent documents.
• Develop and deliver NEPA related training programs for Amtrak Project staff.
• Provide regulatory and technical guidance and direction to Amtrak Project Managers on NEPA compliance requirements for Amtrak projects throughout the Amtrak system.
• Stay current on NEPA-related laws and regulations applicable to Amtrak and advise on regulatory matters.
• Participate in the development and submittal of the monthly Categorical Exclusion (CE) Requests to FRA.
• Coordinate and communicate NEPA activities with FRA and other federal agencies.
• Develop scopes of work and lead/direct contractors performing NEPA compliance activities.
• Coordinate and document NEPA and section 106 activities with several Amtrak departments, including Grants, Engineering and Finance.
• Review NEPA documents prepared by other entities for potential impact on Amtrak properties, operations, or environmental responsibilities.
• Work closely with Amtrak’s GIS and other technology teams to improve management of NEPA data.
• Perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in delivering NEPA and Section 106 services associated with construction projects or complex multi-project programs.
• Experience developing and delivering training programs
• Experience in delivering NEPA and Section 106 services associated with construction projects or complex multi-project programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Understanding of the many facets or NEPA and Section 106 work.
• Knowledge of complex environmental regulations, policies, and programs.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
• Experience and demonstrated knowledge of the NEPA process.
• Experience in developing and conducting training programs for internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in the coordination of complex assignments with multiple departments.
• Experience in negotiation and serving as primary contact for regulators.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment with a range of stakeholders to meet NEPA compliance and project goals.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences or planning, engineering or related science degree.
• 5-10 years relevant experience
• Professional environmental or engineering certification.
• Advance degree in environmental science, engineering or other related field.
• Experience working with GIS, Salesforce, or other enterprise systems.
• Project management training and certification.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently works in an office environment; constantly sits, stands, walks; may occasionally lift, carry, push or pull objects of various weights; may reach, kneel, crouch, bend or twist in order to perform administrative tasks such as filing, retrieving materials.
• Frequently works in the field, including rail yards, maintenance facilities, and right-of-way, subject to walking on uneven surfaces, climbing over obstacles, and climbing ladders.
• Frequently uses a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse to perform a variety of tasks.
• Frequently reads and analyzes hard copy or computer screen material and writes memos, email or reports, as appropriate.
• Frequently acquires new knowledge, skills and tasks, both complex and simple, in order to maintain effectiveness in position.
• Frequently handles multiple projects simultaneously and frequently resolves problems with conflicting priorities.
• Conducts in person, e-mail, and/or telephone dialogues as appropriate to manage and conduct the flow of work.
• Frequently or occasionally travels throughout and outside the region as required, via train, airplane or automobile (up to 20% travel).
• Constantly works in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment with frequently changing priorities.
• Occasionally works extended hours and may be required to be on call and available on an emergency basis.
• Occasionally works in crisis situations requiring fast long-reaching decisions based on incomplete information/data.
• Frequently works inside climate-controlled environments but may occasionally work outdoors and be subject to adverse weather conditions and fumes or airborne particles.

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary range is $76,910-$99,680. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position and/or long-term incentive plan compensation. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:158543
Posting Location(s):Pennsylvania
Job Family/Function:Engineering
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

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We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job – we want it to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging and rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, competitive pay, benefits that protect you and your family and a high performance culture that recognizes and values your contributions and helps you reach your career goals.

All positions require pre-employment background check verification, a pre-employment drug screen and proof of full vaccination against COVID -19. Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. Marijuana, notwithstanding any statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Candidates who engage in the usage of marijuana will not be qualified for hire. Successful applicants for employment with Amtrak must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the date of hire as a condition of employment, subject to requests for accommodation. Fully vaccinated means 14 days have elapsed since receiving the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or 14 days since receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for public transportation ( Title 6 U.S.C. § 1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an EOE/Affirmative Action Minority/Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of race/color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin/ethnicity, age, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.

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