Environmental Specialist (Ecology)

Westland Resources•Phoenix, AZ

10d•$62,000 - $77,000

About The Position

Trinity Consultants is hiring a full-time Environmental Specialist for its Southwest team. The position supports environmental consulting projects through field-based and office-based work, including investigations, data collection and analysis, technical documentation, regulatory compliance, and permitting. The specialist applies environmental science principles, established methodologies, and applicable regulatory requirements to routine to moderately complex assignments. Working independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively with project managers and technical professionals, the specialist contributes to environmental assessments, permitting, project planning, and accurate technical deliverables. The role may be based in either the Phoenix or Tucson, Arizona office and may involve field assignments lasting up to two weeks at a time. The salary range is $62,000–$77,000 per year, depending on education and experience. Trinity describes a multidisciplinary, success-oriented, and collaborative work environment, with mentorship and career development opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or a closely related scientific or technical discipline.
One to four years of relevant professional experience in environmental consulting, environmental science, natural-resource management, environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, or a related field; relevant internships, academic research, or field experience may be considered toward applicable experience.
Working knowledge of environmental science principles, field investigation methods, environmental assessments, and regulatory compliance practices.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations and permitting processes.
Ability to conduct environmental field investigations, collect accurate data, and apply established technical methodologies.
Ability to analyze and interpret environmental data and communicate technical findings and recommendations.
Strong technical writing skills, including preparation of environmental reports, permit documentation, and technical summaries.
Ability to travel and conduct fieldwork in remote locations, occasionally with short notice.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a related discipline.
Experience conducting environmental field investigations, preparing technical documentation, coordinating or leading field crews, and supporting environmental permitting activities.
US Fish and Wildlife Service permit carrier.

Responsibilities

Conduct environmental field surveys, site assessments, and investigations; collect and document data according to established methodologies and project requirements.
Organize, analyze, and interpret environmental field and laboratory data to support technical evaluations and recommendations.
Prepare and contribute to technical reports, environmental assessments, permit applications, mitigation documentation, and other regulatory deliverables.
Support environmental permitting and regulatory compliance activities under applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating environmental management plans, mitigation measures, and monitoring activities.
Research and interpret environmental regulations, agency guidance, and permitting requirements, with senior staff guidance as appropriate.
Coordinate with regulatory agencies, clients, and other stakeholders regarding assigned project activities and documentation requirements.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, scientists, and other technical professionals to support project objectives, schedules, and deliverables.
Identify and communicate environmental conditions, technical concerns, regulatory considerations, and potential project risks to project leadership.
Support project meetings, agency coordination, public meetings, and technical presentations as needed.
Maintain accurate field notes, environmental data, technical records, and project documentation.
Complete tasks in accordance with project scopes, schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
Follow company health and safety requirements and promote safe work practices during field and project activities.
Perform administrative and technical project-support work, including maintaining documentation, tracking permitting and regulatory requirements, coordinating schedules and deliverables, and supporting communications with clients, agencies, and internal teams.