Associate Scientist

Environmental Works Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Plan

401k with company match

Quarterly Bonus when eligible

Job summary

Environmental Works, Inc. seeks an Associate Scientist - Compliance to support permit sampling, SPCC/SWPPP inspections, and regulatory compliance across sites.

You will review data, track CARs, and communicate with project managers, while following OSHA safety standards in field and office settings. The role requires an undergraduate science or engineering degree, a valid driver's license, and completion of 40-hour HAZWOPER training within two weeks.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to meet deadlines and communicate effectively.
• Must complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training within the first 2 weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement permit parameters for sampling and requirements.
• Perform SPCC and SWPPP inspections of regulated areas and outfalls.
• Inspect stormwater BMPs and escalate corrective actions.
• Complete sampling requirements on-time.
• Review analytical data and notify managers of issues.
• Track inspections, CARs, and communications with managers.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Maps interpretation

Project management

Field and office

Regulatory understanding

Data analysis

Time management

Team communication

Problem solving

Education

Science/Engineering degree

Job description

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $65,000.00 Annually

ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST - COMPLIANCE | ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to understand and implement permit parameters effectively for sampling or other requirements for several different industries.
• Perform Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) inspections of regulated areas and outfalls as required by state-specific or site-specific permits.
• Inspections include visual monitoring of stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) and escalation of required corrective actions to be implemented including significant new materials or regulated activities that drive plan/permit changes, non-stormwater discharge evaluations, stormwater discharge visual assessment.
• Complete sampling requirements (visual or analytical sampling requirements) on-time in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to review the analytical data from the sampling results and notify the project or program manager(s) of any exceedances or overages.
• Track inspections and sampling requirements, corrective actions/corrective actions reports (CARs), and communication with project/program managers.
• Request information and communicate with various governmental and regulatory organizations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employees at all locations.
• Conduct activities in a safe and healthy manner and work in accordance with established OSHA and internal requirements.
• Required to follow safety standards. Required to wear all personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas.
• Promote a positive working environment in order to achieve the organization's goals.
• Help project manager perform environmental audits, as assigned, for ISO 14001 program, other regulatory programs, or as requested by clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned

ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST - COMPLIANCE | COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of maps and aerial photography.
• Capable of managing deadline-driven projects and workload.
• Ability to work in both a field and office environment.
• Understand and interpret regulatory guidelines.
• Analyze numerical and graphic data.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Requires effective time management skills, personal conduct, and change management abilities with the ability to multi-task.
• Must be extremely reliable, have a curiosity for problem solving, a desire to learn and succeed and a high level of energy.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with a variety of personalities and communication styles.

ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST - COMPLIANCE | REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to meet deadlines and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• For insurability purposes a valid Driver's License is required.
• Undergraduate degree in Science, Engineering, or related discipline.

Plus:

• Must complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training within the first 2 weeks of employment.
• Must be able to pass a DOT and Hazmat Physical.
• Must be able to safely wear all required PPE including respirators.

ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST - COMPLIANCE | PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Zero (0) - three (3) year experience in and/or exposure to environmental consulting, compliance.
• Familiar with SWPPP and SPCC inspections/document requirements.

ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST - COMPLIANCE | POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• This is a full-time position. Ability to work flexible hours required .
• This position will maintain 36 billable hours per 40-hour work week.

ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST - COMPLIANCE | WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed mostly in an uncontrolled atmosphere. Exposure to harsh conditions such as: dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, and varying weather and temperatures for long periods of time is possible. All employees are required to follow safety standards and wear all personal protective equipment in designated areas. Work in diverse environments such as confined spaces, various heights, and storage tanks. Work outdoors in all weather conditions; extreme heat, cold, dry or wet environment.

ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST - COMPLIANCE | PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear. Ability to regularly lift and carry 50 pounds. Sitting 30%, standing/walking 70%.

SALARY RANGE: $55,000 to $65,000

BENEFITS

• 3400 includes Health Savings Plan (HSA) Company Contribution with Employee Contribution
• 401k | Up to 4% Company Match

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• Career and Personal Development Resources and Training
• Company paid lodging and per diem
• Quarterly Bonuswhen eligible

EEO: Environmental Works, Inc. is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from discrimination on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are treated with kindness and respect.