Environmental Planner (Planner I - Junior)

Who We Are: Camas is an environmental consulting firm that guides agencies, businesses, and landowners to move complex projects forward while protecting land and water resources. Our team works at the intersection of science, policy, and economics to deliver practical, solutions-oriented environmental planning and permitting services. With extensive experience in federal, state, county, and local regulatory processes, we support projects ranging from renewable energy development and hydroelectric licensing to biological consulting, restoration, sustainability, and land conservation. We are proud to help our clients succeed while advancing thoughtful, responsible environmental stewardship. Learn more about us at www.camasllc.com.

Position Summary: We are currently seeking a Junior Environmental Planner (Planner I) for our Vancouver, WA location to support environmental review, permitting, and regulatory project tasks.

Who You Are: You are an early-career environmental planning professional who can conduct environmental project details efficiently, effectively, ensuring project details are accomplished on time and on budget in accordance with project goals. You are familiar with basic environmental regulations, including NEPA, ESA, wetlands regulations, and related federal, state, and agency compliance requirements. You have the ability to effectively conduct desktop research, support field data collection and summarize findings. You can effectively analyze documents and scientific data and prepare basic technical memos and summary tables. You communicate confidently with clients, regulatory agencies, project partners, and internal teams, and are comfortable supporting meetings and presenting project updates. Proactive and solutions-oriented, you identify potential challenges early and coordinate with senior staff to resolve them. You work effectively both independently and collaboratively while maintaining professionalism with clients, partners, and colleagues.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: A candidate selected at the Junior Environmental Planner (Planner I) level can expect a salary between $47,000 and $61,000 (adjusted based on experience).
• Schedule & Work Environment: Typical work hours are Monday through Friday between approximately 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Hybrid arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis after demonstrated performance and technical competency. Remote work is not typically available at the Planner I level.
• Compensation & Benefits: Performance-based bonuses, generous vacation package, 11 paid federal holidays, quarterly holidays, health/dental insurance, 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing, professional development and conference attendance, and clear career advancement paths.
• Company Culture: We are a supportive, collaborative team environment where experienced professionals mentor one another, share knowledge, and work together to deliver high-quality solutions.

We require:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Law or Management, Ecology, Environmental or Urban/Land Use Planning, Natural Resources (e.g., Biology, Fisheries, Hydrology), Engineering, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in hydroelectric licensing/relicensing, permitting, renewable energy, environmental compliance, and/or environmental regulatory review.
• Valid drivers’ license and access to reliable transportation or the ability to rent a vehicle to travel to work sites and client meetings, as an essential function of the position. 

How to apply: To be considered for this position, please submit the following to office@camasllc.com with the position and title as the subject-line of the email:

• Resume summarizing your education, relevant professional experience, technical expertise, and project work related to environmental planning, permitting, or regulatory compliance.
• One-page cover letter explaining your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the role, how you set yourself apart from other applicants, and any relevant career transitions or gaps. The letter should demonstrate clear and effective written communication.

Camas, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States.