Air Quality Environmental Specialist - Entry Level

CK Associates, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CK Associates, LLC in Baton Rouge seeks an entry-level Air Quality Environmental Specialist to support permitting and compliance projects for public, private, and industrial clients. The role blends office and fieldwork, including data analysis, emission rate calculations, permit applications, and regulatory interpretation to support project managers.

Candidates should hold an MS or BS in Environmental Engineering, Chemical, or a related field, possess strong math and computer skills, be capable

Qualifications

• MS or BS in Environmental Engineering, Chemical, or related engineering field.
• Strong math and computer skills for data analysis and modeling.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10% to project sites.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver permitting and compliance solutions for clients.
• Perform data analysis, emission rate calculations, and permit applications.
• Interpret federal and state regulatory requirements and prepare reports.
• Visit client sites to inventory emissions equipment and collect data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Mathematical ability

MS Office proficiency

Statistics / modeling

Education

MS or BS in Environmental Engineering, Chemical, or related Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Air Quality Environmental Specialist - Entry Level

Our Baton Rouge Air Quality Program is seeking a junior consultant to provide general Air Quality compliance services to our public, private, and industrial clients. Primary responsibilities will include delivering permitting and compliance solutions, in support of our Project Managers. The role will involve both office and fieldwork. Office work will include but is not limited to data analysis, emission rate calculations, application, and interpretation of federal and state regulatory requirements, and report preparation. Fieldwork will include visiting client sites to inventory emissions equipment and collect data for projects. Out-of-town travel may be required.

This position will provide various challenging projects and lead to opportunities for advancement in project management, technical report writing, and a career in consulting.

Qualifications:

• MS or BS in Environmental Engineering, Chemical, or other related Engineering degree is preferred;
• General knowledge of Water, Waste, and Air Quality compliance issues is preferred but not required;
• Excellent mathematical and computer skills, (capacity for statistics and computer modeling);
• Skilled in using MS Office programs, with emphasis on spreadsheets;
• Excellent attention to detail;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Willingness to travel to project sites out of the area (approximately 10% travel);
• Flexible to work outside normal work schedule as needed;
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and maintain successful client relationships;
• Must be able to satisfy all Drug & Alcohol, Health & Safety, and Security requirements including obtaining a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card;
• This position requires the use of a company vehicle. Candidate must be at least 21 years of age with a clean driving record, able to safely operate a full-size pickup truck; and
• Self-motivated and able to work in a team environment.