Environmental Scientist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to work-product quality
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including report writing
• Good computer skills, including proficiency with standard office and reporting software
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet established deadlines
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Biology, Environmental Science, Geology, Wildlife Biology, Natural Resources and Conservation, Geography, or a related field
• Valid driver's license required

Nice To Haves

• State specific certifications
• Field sampling of potentially contaminated subsurface media (soil, groundwater, soil vapor) and/or indoor air
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Travel to project locations to take detailed notes and photographs of sites (typically 3–4 days per week)
• Conduct interviews with site contacts, regulators, and other stakeholders in person, by phone, and by email
• Order and analyze government database records related to environmental conditions
• Perform regulatory agency file reviews
• Review local, state and federal databases
• Review of subcontractor reports for accuracy of scope of work for submission to regulatory agencies
• Draft standardized reports synthesizing findings from field work, interviews, and historical/regulatory research
• Perform quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) on deliverables to the satisfaction of management and clients
• Complete requested revisions and submit final reports within pre-established timelines
• Compare analytical contaminant data to applicable federal, state, and local regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate field notes, documentation, and project files in accordance with company standards
• Comply with all site-specific and company health and safety protocols

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Short-term disability, Long-term disability & Life Insurance – 100% Employer paid
• 3 weeks of PTO per year
• 8 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday