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Rincon Consultants Climate Adaptation and Resilience Planner/ Project Manager in Various Locations, California
Rincon Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Climate Adaptation and Resilience Planner/Project Manager who will collaborate within Rincon’s Sustainability, Climate, and Innovation (SCI) in developing innovative climate vulnerability assessments, climate adaptation/resilience plans and adaptive management strategies for water agencies. Rincon’s Climate Team works with cities, counties, and special agencies throughout the Western United States on the assessment, planning, and implementation of climate adaptation and mitigation programs. Specific areas of adaptation and resilience emphasis include sea level rise, wildfire, water supply, urban heat and natural solutions. We also support our clients with climate mitigation with an emphasis on carbon intensity, decarbonization, electrification, renewable energy, transportation, and urban planning.
This position will require an entrepreneurial spirit, strong technical analysis and data management skills, strong communication and writing skills, and a good working knowledge of how water agencies plan and manage their water supplies, infrastructure, and demand. Rincon is seeking a qualified individual that has excellent analytical and writing skills and is experience with collecting, compiling, analyzing, and managing large, complex data sets to evaluate vulnerabilities, development of innovative policies and the tracking of climate resilience progress toward achieving established client goals.
Rincon’s Sustainability, Climate, and Innovation Practice emphasizes team collaboration to assist our clients to develop and implement ambitious climate resilience strategies and programs. We operate with the simple idea that we want our work to result in tangible, positive change in the communities our clients serve. We operate in this capacity because we truly love what we do, and we know that there’s an opportunity to make positive change. We want to build a resilient and thriving future by regularly applying our knowledge and experiences in achieving the highest levels of sustainability in our business operations, as well as our daily lives in the most equitable way. This position allows you to work from any of our 13 office locations, with a preference for the following locations: Carlsbad, San Diego, Los Angeles, Oakland, Ventura, or Santa Barbara. Also, it provides the potential for a hybrid/remote work arrangement within California.
Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities :
Assist with the design and preparation of climate adaptation and resilience plans, adaptive management plans, sustainability plans, and other related initiatives for agencies that manage water, wastewater, stormwater management, and recycled wastewater systems
Analyze water supply, climate change, energy, infrastructure, environmental, water demand, and other types of data to support the evaluation of climate risks, adaptation options, and adaptive management systems for water agencies
Conduct research for complex projects including modeling short- and long-term implementation costs and benefits and evaluating the suitability of different mitigation and adaptation options
Coordinate with various internal and external and external representatives on matters of sustainability and climate action, adaptation, and resilience
Promote a culture of ownership, teamwork, engagement, quality service, and customer satisfaction to our public and private clients
Enhance Rincon’s professional reputation and demonstrate the ability to be creative and innovative with these tasks while representing Rincon in a professional manner
Work closely with Rincon leadership to promote our business interests in adherence with the company’s mission, vision, and values
Engage with diverse communities and interested parties and communicate complicated scientific and climate-related topics
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)
This Job Might Be For You If You Have The Following:
Bachelor’s degree in, Environmental Science, Climate Change, Accounting, Engineering or related discipline
3-5 years of related experience working with water agencies in the Western United States
2 years of related experience working on climate change related projects
Familiarity and experience manipulating and applying climate change projections data and tools such as Cal-Adapt and World Climate Research Program (WCRP) CMIP6 climate data and analytics for climate vulnerability assessments
Familiarity and experience supporting the management of federal and state regulatory requirements for water agencies, such as the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), water use efficiency standards, and water quality standards
Familiarity and experience applying One Water and Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) concepts
Familiarity with and experience employing economic analysis techniques such as Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA) or Triple Bottom Line (TBL) methodologies
Experience managing budgets for multifaceted work programs
Experience with data analytics
Experience translating complex science concepts to operational impacts and technological solutions
Excellent writing, planning, budgeting, and organizational skills
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and to manage multiple projects, deadlines, priorities, and teams
Highly motivated with strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team
Detail-oriented, resourceful, strong time-management skills, and innovative
Positive attitude and eager to streamline and improve process and workflows
Rincon Consultants, Inc. is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California and is recognized as a ‘Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For’ by the Zweig Group. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, sustainability, climate change, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 400+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose.
The base salary range for this full-time position is $80,000-$140,000, plus benefits and bonus. At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package, providing our valued employees with many benefits to enhance their well-being and financial security. Our health benefits include a range of options such as HMO, PPO, HDHP, and Health Savings Account choices, ensuring you have the flexibility to select the plan that best suits your needs.
Additionally, you can enjoy peace of mind with employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, as well as dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. We prioritize your well-being by offering three weeks of vacation accrual in the first year, paid sick leave, and paid holidays, ensuring you have ample time off to rejuvenate. Planning for your future is made easier through our 401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and bonus opportunities.
Beyond the essentials, Rincon recognizes the importance of personal and professional growth, that's why we provide opportunities for professional development and mentoring. Our commitment extends to the community through Volunteer Pay for a Day, reinforcing the values of social responsibility. Moreover, we go the extra mile with additional perks like Flexible Spending & Dependent Care, Supplemental life insurance, Legal Shield, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, and much more. Check out more details on our Rincon Consultants webpage here !
Rincon Consultants, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religious belief, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification, gender expression, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, family care, marital status, military and veteran or qualified disabled veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. Rincon Consultants, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify Program to ensure that all employees hired are legally able to work in the United States.