Senior Technical Advisor

Environmental Science Associates
$140-$140 USD
sick time, 401(k)
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
Dec 12, 2024
ESA is looking for a senior-level Technical Advisor to join our Engineering and Hydrology based team. In this role, you will spearhead innovative projects, partnerships, and initiatives to address climate resilience, sustainable development, and environmental stewardship. With a proven track record in nature-based solutions, environmental research, and public-private partnerships, the ideal candidate will drive interdisciplinary collaboration and advance the integration of ecological principles into infrastructure systems. This role is to be on-call when needed to work on special projects and/or proposals. Who You Are 20+ years of leadership experience in environmental science, nature-based solutions, and resilient infrastructure development. Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Biological Oceanography, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Proven track record in designing and executing high-impact programs and partnerships at national and international levels. Strong experience managing multi-million-dollar research initiatives and technical teams. In-depth knowledge of nature-based solutions, coastal resilience, and ecosystem services. Expertise in federal programs (e.g., NEPA, USACE), climate change policy, and risk-informed decision-making. Exceptional ability to communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences, including government officials, industry leaders, and academic partners. What You Will Do for ESA Lead and expand initiatives in nature-based solutions (NBS), ensuring alignment with organizational and global sustainability goals. Collaborate and support the team on special proposals and projects. Develop strategic frameworks for integrating natural infrastructure into climate adaptation and mitigation projects. Act as a thought leader, representing the organization in high-profile conferences, panels, and publications. Conduct research initiatives on ecological risk assessment, climate adaptation and coastal resilience. What's Special About ESA Joining ESA means becoming part of a close-knit team of environmental professionals who contribute to outstanding projects, improve environmental stewardship, and advance a more sustainable and resilient future for our communities and wild places. You are eligible to participate in ESA's sick leave program. You may be eligible to participate in our employee stock ownership program and tax deferred 401(k) plan if you meet the eligibility requirements for these plans. ESA has established multiple pay ranges tailored to the economic factors in the geographies in which ESA staff reside. For this position, the range is approximately as listed based on our anticipated hiring locations as noted in the above job details. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including but not limited to an individual's related experience, education, skills, and the city in which the applicant lives. CA Pay Transparency Clause $140 — $140 USD Who We Are We are a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm who values diversity and inclusion and celebrate the differences that make each of us unique. Our culture is built on mutual respect, recognizing that our variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives leads to better solutions, which fosters our continued success for our employee-owners and clients. In accordance with ESA's duty and responsibility to provide and maintain a safe workplace that is free of known hazards and to minimize the exposure to potential hazards, any employee who works from an ESA office or conducts any other in-person ESA work-related activity is required to submit their proof of vaccination status or have received an approved exemption and accommodation in states which this applies. ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. (EOEM/V/F/D)