Senior Technical Advisor

Environmental Science Associates is seeking a Senior Technical Advisor in Georgia to lead projects on climate resilience and sustainable development. The role requires extensive experience in nature-based solutions, environmental research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Responsibilities include developing strategic frameworks for natural infrastructure and representing the organization at conferences. Applicants should have 20+ years of experience and a Ph.D. in a related field.
About the position

The Senior Technical Advisor at ESA will lead innovative projects and partnerships focused on climate resilience, sustainable development, and environmental stewardship. This role requires a strong background in nature-based solutions and environmental research, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration to integrate ecological principles into infrastructure systems. The advisor will also be on-call for special projects and proposals.

Responsibilities
• Lead and expand initiatives in nature-based solutions (NBS) to align with organizational and global sustainability goals.
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• Collaborate and support the team on special proposals and projects.
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• Develop strategic frameworks for integrating natural infrastructure into climate adaptation and mitigation projects.
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• Act as a thought leader representing the organization in high-profile conferences, panels, and publications.
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• Conduct research initiatives on ecological risk assessment, climate adaptation, and coastal resilience.

Requirements
• 20+ years of leadership experience in environmental science, nature-based solutions, and resilient infrastructure development.
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• Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Biological Oceanography, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
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• Proven track record in designing and executing high-impact programs and partnerships at national and international levels.
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• Strong experience managing multimillion-dollar research initiatives and technical teams.
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• In-depth knowledge of nature-based solutions, coastal resilience, and ecosystem services.
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• Expertise in federal programs (e.g., NEPA, USACE), climate change policy, and risk-informed decision-making.
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• Exceptional ability to communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences, including government officials, industry leaders, and academic partners.

Nice-to-haves

Benefits
• Participation in ESA's sick leave program.
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• Eligibility for employee stock ownership program and tax-deferred 401(k) plan.