Careers

NPV currently has an opening for an Environmental Scientist/Ecologist to join our Long Island office to assist with environmental impact analysis, wetland permitting and delineation, habitat assessments, restoration and mitigation projects, coastal consistency evaluations and ecological investigations throughout Long Island and the lower Hudson Valley.

Skill Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science, wildlife management, biology or a closely related field and proficiency with ArcGIS are pre-requisites for this position.
• A Master’s degree and experience are preferred; however, entry level candidates will also be considered. Working knowledge of environmental regulations including wetlands and SEQRA environmental regulations, NYS botany/wildlife/wetland identification skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar graphic programs are positive attributes for this candidate.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong work ethic and attention to detail, strong organizational skills and technical writing capabilities, and ability to manage deadlines and accomplish multiple tasks.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required.

Salary and Benefits
NPV offers a competitive salary commensurate with level of education and professional experience as well as medical and other benefits.

Interested candidates should apply on line. Please include resume and letter of interest with at least one technical writing sample.

NPV is seeking a self-motivated and energetic individual looking for a profession in the field of planning. He/she will have the opportunity to work with our senior planning staff at our Melville, New York office, who represent numerous municipal and private clients in Long Island, Westchester and the Hudson Valley.

Roles/Responsibilities include:

• Conduct research, data gathering, and baseline analysis in support of land use planning assignments.
• Create maps and graphics to be used in documents and in support of analyses.
• Land use application reviews, environmental reviews in accordance with SEQRA, and preparing baseline studies and reports related to the planning field.

Skill Requirements:

• Graduate degree in urban or regional planning and proficiency with ArcGIS are preferred; however, candidates with a bachelor’s degree in planning or a related undergraduate program such as environmental studies, urban studies, or economics and a minimum of two years of experience will also be considered.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong technical writing capabilities, attention to detail, strong organizational skills and work ethic, and the ability to manage deadlines and accomplish multiple tasks.
• Working knowledge of land use regulations, fiscal/economic impact analysis.
• Proficiency with graphic programs are positive attributes for this candidate.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required.

Salary and Benefits
NPV offers a competitive salary commensurate with level of education and professional experience as well as medical and other benefits.

Interested candidates should apply on line. Please include resume and letter of interest with at least one technical writing sample.

NPV is seeking a self-motivated and energetic Planner to work with our senior planning staff in our growing Hudson Valley Office located in Suffern, NY. We represent numerous municipal and private clients in Rockland, Orange, Ulster, Sullivan, Dutchess, and Westchester counties. Our Hudson Valley office also supports the professional team in our Melville, Long Island office.

Roles/Responsibilities:

• Assist with and conduct land use application reviews, environmental reviews in accordance with SEQRA, and preparing baseline studies and reports related to the planning field, including data gathered in the preparation of comprehensive plans.
• Attend evening board meetings as staff planner for municipal clients within our region.

Skill Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following: land use, zoning, and demographic analysis; fiscal impact analysis, natural resource and ecological analysis, wetland delineations, traffic studies, visual impact studies, and similar environmental planning responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of SEQR and New York State municipal laws.
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in planning and at least 3 years of progressive planning experience.
• AICP candidate; certification is preferred.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS and some experience with Sketchup and Adobe Photoshop or Corel Graphics Suites required.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Adobe Acrobat is required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.

Salary and Benefits
NPV offers a competitive salary commensurate with level of education and professional experience as well as medical and other benefits.

Interested candidates should apply on line. Please include resume and letter of interest with at least one technical writing sample.

NPV is seeking a self-motivated and energetic individual looking for a profession in the field of planning. He/she will have the opportunity to work with our senior planning staff at our growing Hudson Valley Office, located in Suffern, New York, who represent numerous municipal and private clients throughout Rockland, Orange, Ulster, Sullivan, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester counties. Our Hudson Valley office also supports the professional team in our Melville, Long Island office.

Roles/Responsibilities include:

• Conduct research, data gathering, and baseline analysis in support of land use planning assignments
• Create maps, visual charts, and graphics to be used in documents and in support of analyses
• Assist senior planners with land use application reviews, environmental reviews in accordance with SEQRA, and preparing baseline studies and reports related to the planning field
• Attend occasional evening board meetings as needed to assist senior staff

Skill Requirements:

• Significant understanding and interest in the planning profession
• A graduate degree in city, urban or regional planning is preferred
• A bachelor’s degree in planning or a related undergraduate program such as environmental studies, geography, urban studies, economics, mathematics, biology, architectural history, public health, political science, humanities or writing is required, although consideration will be given to candidates scheduled to graduate from a degree program within the next six months
• Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS and experience with Sketchup and Adobe Photoshop or Corel Graphics Suites is encouraged
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Adobe Acrobat proficiency is required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required

Salary and Benefits
NPV offers a competitive salary commensurate with level of education and professional experience as well as medical and other benefits.

Interested candidates should apply on line. Please include resume and letter of interest with at least one technical writing sample.

NPV seeks interns looking to gain real-life experience and learn firsthand under a dedicated staff of professionals who specialize in Environmental Analysis, Planning, Ecological & Wetlands, Environmental Audits, Economics, Stormwater Management and Sustainable Landscape.  Intern candidates can expect to work on teams, which are staffed with professional planners and environmental professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experience levels and may participate in all phases of a project (field work, graphics preparation, report preparation, research, testing, field sampling, etc.).  Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.  GIS skills are a plus.  The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, have completed related coursework, and a strong desire to pursue an environmental or planning career on Long Island or in the Hudson Valley.  A number of our prior interns have joined NPV full time following graduation.

For inquiries on internships or other opportunities, please apply online