An Environmental Scientist II is an entry level position and participates as a member of an emergency response team to conduct environmental sampling and data collection. In performing such duties, an Environmental Scientist II will conduct research or perform investigations for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Utilizing his/her knowledge of various scientific disciplines, he/she may collect, synthesize, study, report, and take action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources. The successful candidate will apply scientific methodology for analysis of risk assessments and industrial hygiene applications to ensure client's expectations are met. All Environmental Scientist IIs shall maintain a response bag with required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and appropriate clothing and be subject to on-call rotation 24/7 for emergency response and frequent, extended travel.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience
BENEFITS
Generous Paid Time Off Policy
Professional Development Opportunities
Continuing Education Opportunities
Health Insurance with PPO/HDP options
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (with PPO)
Health Savings Account (with HDP)
Life Insurance/AD&D Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
401-K Retirement Savings Plan
Annual Incentive Compensation Plan
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE OF WORK
Immediate availability for extended travel and emergency response at client's request;
Maintain, calibrate and mobilize equipment appropriate for an emergency response;
Gather and analyze samples from various sources of potential contamination;
Perform monitoring and sampling activities with minimal supervision;
Compile, review and summarize scientific/technical data and literature; and,
Perform such other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental, Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Toxicology or other related science.
Three to five years of experience in a related field may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
Advanced computer skills in a Windows-based platform is a must.
SMART Performance Measures
Possession of or ability to complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120 within 3 months of hire date;
Possession of/ability to complete DISA & TWIC clearances within 3 months of hire date;
Completion of all CTEH designated safety requirements within 3 months of hire date; and
Others to be determined.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision;
Ability to respond in a timely manner to all communications from his/her supervisor;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a matrix reporting structure;
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal directions; and,
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license
Ability to obtain a passport
Ability to comply with all job specific OSHA requirements, including the wear of a respirator
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sitting, standing, and walking
Lifting up to 50 pounds several times a day
Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds
Bending, stooping, climbing ladders and crawling
Long hours involving overtime and weekends as necessary
Keyboarding/typing
Ability to read effectively from a computer screen, sampling device and/or a paper copy
Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Frequent, unscheduled travel for extended periods of time
Ability to drive noncommercial vehicles
Rarely may work shifts of up to 24 hours in duration
Dress out in physically demanding personal protective equipment (PPE) for site entry at HAZWOPER sites as required under 29CFR 1910.120
Wear half-face and full-face air purifying respirator (APR) as well as supplied air respirators in the form of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and hose supplied respirator with medical clearance as required under 29CFR 1910.134
Wear partially or totally encapsulating personal protective equipment
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Works in an office environment when not deployed on an emergency response;
Often works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditions;
May occasionally work shifts up to 24 hours in duration;
Encounter environments presenting physical hazards of uneven ground, standing water, ditches, dusty conditions, rapidly moving transportation and remediation equipment, and physical stress associated with the wear of personal protective equipment;
May work at altitudes greater than 5000 feet above sea level;
May work on land, sea or air;
May work in a setting with potential physical and chemical hazards; and
