Position Description:

DOES THIS DESCRIBE YOU?

You are excited about conducting noise analyses to support CEQA and NEPA documents for a wide range of project types throughout the State, including infrastructure and land use development. The ideal candidate would have 2-5 years of relevant work experience and be familiar with noise fundamentals and modeling, land use planning, environmental laws, and geographic information systems. Strong analytical, computer, spreadsheet, and writing skills are a must, and proficiency in word processing, tabular calculation software, and noise modeling software is a must. Daily assignments involve multi-disciplinary teams and work products include written documents/reports and presentations; thus, effective written and verbal communication skills are essential. 

Ascent is seeking a Noise Specialist to join either our Sacramento, San Diego, Oakland, Irvine, or Berkeley office as part of the Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas/Energy/Noise/Transportation (AGENTs) team. In a typical week as an Ascent Noise Specialist, you might:

• Prepare interesting and complex environmental and regulatory analyses for a wide variety of projects throughout California.
• Team up with project managers, principals, and noise colleagues on all your projects.
• Discuss project impact, mitigation, and technical approaches with recognized statewide leaders in noise and CEQA/NEPA.
• Work for cities, counties, and private developers.
• Run models, make spreadsheets, and author analytical sections of CEQA and NEPA documents.
• Tackle a broad range of technical issues on your own and within a team.
• Conduct ambient noise measurements at and near project sites.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. 

Requirements

• A degree in Acoustics, engineering, planning, environmental science, math, environmental policy, sustainability, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2-5 years of relevant professional experience.  More senior candidates will also be considered; candidates will be hired at a position commensurate with their experience.
• Successful candidates will have experience with noise modeling software such as FHWA TNM, FHWA RCNM, CadnaA, and SoundPlan, or similar modeling software and calculation methods
• Familiarity with current State and local regulations, as well as CEQA Case Law and analysis methods, is preferred. 

Work environment

• Typical office environment/Hybrid  Work-from-Home

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time.

Travel 

• Limited travel may be required.

At Ascent, we believe in fostering a nurturing environment that prioritizes our people. We are committed to holistic investments in our team, offering not only competitive salaries and comprehensive medical benefits but also a range of perks designed to enhance emotional, financial, and physical wellness. A comprehensive listing of benefits offered can be found here.  Interested in learning more about the Ascentian life? Reach out to our People Resources team at PeopleResources@ascent.inc. We look forward to hearing from you!

Salary Description

$64,500 to $95,500

Diversity Statement

Ascent is committed to creating a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging throughout all facets of the organization. We value and will strive to ascend by welcoming and uplifting all voices, ideas, achievements, and contributions, including those from marginalized communities and identities. We believe that recognizing and embracing our differences makes us a stronger organization. We commit to proactively nurturing environments of mutual support, respect, and caring for all through our words and actions. Join us on our journey.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement 

Ascent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Ascent is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact PeopleResources@ascent.inc.

Contact Information:

Elaine Martinez-Lopez, People Resource Specialist: 916-306-2657, elaine.martinez-lopez@ascent.inc Candidates can also apply directly to: https://ascent.inc/careers/open-positions/