About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations manage change, mitigate risk and resolve disputes: financial, legal, operational, political & regulatory, reputational and transactional. With more than 4,600 employees located in 28 countries, FTI Consulting professionals work closely with clients to anticipate, illuminate and overcome complex business challenges and make the most of opportunities. The Company generated $1.81 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2017. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Twitter (@FTIConsulting), Facebook and LinkedIn.

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About Forensic & Litigation Consulting

The Forensic and Litigation Consulting practice at FTI Consulting provides multidisciplinary, independent dispute advisory, investigative, data acquisition/analysis and forensic accounting services to the global business and legal community. Our team supports clients facing high stakes litigation, arbitration and compliance investigations, and regulatory scrutiny.



About The Opportunity

FTI Consulting Inc.'s Environmental Solutions practice is seeking a director with experience in public history research to assist with the execution of environmental-related forensic history projects. The director will work under the direction of a Senior Managing Director and other senior staff members to complete historical research assignments that involve the use of libraries, archives, corporate and regulatory agency collections, electronic databases, and other sources of documentary evidence. The director will also be required to synthesize historical and technical data; develop narratives, presentations, and other client work product; and, assist in developing and maintaining client relationships and in marketing the capabilities of the Environmental Solutions practice.

The ideal candidate will be able to (1) conduct historical research in a variety of record repositories to identify and obtain potentially relevant records; (2) recognize key information obtained from historical sources; (3) summarize collected historical and technical materials for client presentation; and, (4) work independently. The types of research required will cover a broad range of topics, including:

• Site-specific operational history and waste management practices
• Natural resource damages
• Environmental statutes and regulations, with an emphasis on CERCLA and the National Contingency Plan
• Site investigation and remediation of contaminated properties
• Technical literature research
• Sewer infrastructure and wastewater treatment plants
• Industry standards of practice

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct and/or direct detailed historical research at libraries and archives and in various electronic databases and specialized industry resources
• Synthesize records obtained from primary and secondary source materials
• Develop written work products and presentation materials for clients
• Manage research projects involving local, state, and federal records collections, including management of project budgets and client expectations
• Work on multiple projects concurrently
• Employ commonly used software tools to organize, analyze, and present work findings (at a minimum, skill in Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required)
• Assist in training and mentoring a support group of professionals who specialize in environmental consulting and related litigation support
• Undertake other duties as assigned, including out-of-state research trips

Qualification Requirements:

• B.S./B.A. in History or related field (M.A. or Ph.D. preferred)
• 5+ years related experience
• Strong writing and organizational skills
• Library and archival research skills, including experience planning and executing research projects at the Library of Congress and National Archives facilities
• Ability to analyze primary and secondary source historical records and understand their context in historical perspective
• Ability to think analytically and critically and to plan and prioritize work plans and assignments
• Team player with positive and energetic attitude, professional demeanor, and high work quality standards
• Ability to work well under pressure and to work independently
• Flexibility in working on multiple assignments concurrently and taking direction from several senior professionals
• Ability to oversee, direct, and audit work of team members
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a focus on developing and maintaining client relationships
• Experience using Microsoft Access and Visio
• Knowledge of GIS-related mapping and geospatial platforms
• Experience using document management systems (Ringtail, Relativity, Concordance, Summation, etc.)

Position Classification: Exempt

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