What are the responsibilities and job description for the Air Force Encroachment and Mission Sustainment Program Support position at Tetra Tech Careers?
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech, a global leader in high end consulting services, is seeking motivated candidates to fill multiple positions in support of the Air Force Encroachment and Mission Sustainment Program in the National Capital Region. The positions will provide vital technical support and strategic communications to promote and enhance the Department of the Air Force’s (DAF’s) Encroachment and Mission Sustainment Program. It may also require close coordination and/or support for the Air Force Community Partnerships Program that is operated within the same office.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Responsibilities:
To perform the job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Successful candidates will :
• Plan and develop deliverables in compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and policies.
• Conduct site visits as required to address encroachment or compatible energy siting challenges between DAF installations, state or local governments, and non-DoD agencies.
• Liaise with key stakeholders, including the DoD Siting Clearinghouse.
• Support DAF actions related to compatible energy siting decisions, land use planning, and airspace management.
• Develop new DAF policy and guidance, and update existing documentation related to encroachment management and mission sustainment.
• Provide strategic communications via newsletters, web content, and best practices briefings.
• Provide planning and logistical support for an annual training event for DAF stakeholders.
• Participate in DAF subject matter workgroup meetings, including agenda development and providing meeting minutes.
• Maintain risk and hazard reporting tracking tools using the Mission Compatibility Analysis Tool (MCAT) and report to DAF client.
• Support routine and annual data calls associated with the program.
• Support conferences such as Association of Defense Communities (ADC) events and training workshops.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Perform additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, planning, public policy, or related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience supporting DoD or Air Force encroachment management.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 10 - 25%.
• Capable of obtaining a DoD security clearance of “Secret” or ability to obtain a security clearance if required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical material, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Experience managing encroachment and restrictions related to airspace, land, water, air quality, and natural/cultural resources.
This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on.
If this position requires a CAC card, CUI Enclave Access and/or a Security Clearance, a background check will be completed.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While primarily performed in an office environment, travel and on-site work might be required which could require lifting 50 pounds of documents or equipment, traversing uneven terrain during site visits, and standing long periods of time at public meetings.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This work is principally performed in an office environment; however, there are occasional requirements to visit client sites, which requires the ability to perform work in an office environment or outdoors while conducting data gathering site visits, participating in on-site meetings, and attending conferences or other training activities off-site. Travel to conferences and client sites is expected to be less than 25% of the time.
Language & Communication Skills:
• Fluent in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and editing
• Proven ability to produce high-quality reports and presentations for senior DoD and community officials.
Strong skills in preparing and presenting planning reports and project documentation.
Other Skills: Instructions: Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite of software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
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