Early Career Environmental Scientist

WSP; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Albuquerque, NM seeks an entry-level Environmental Field Technician to support field surveys and sample collection for groundwater, air, soil, and ecological assessments. Under supervision, you will assist with data collection, documentation, and quality control.

You will learn and apply the latest monitoring techniques, maintain safety standards, and contribute to reporting using electronic systems and field notebooks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related life sciences field.
• Analytical skills and familiarity with research techniques and local ecology.
• Familiar with environmental laws, regulations, and record-keeping requirements.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Self-leadership with attention to detail and multitasking in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently or in a team to meet objectives.
• Proficiency with business writing and standard office tools.
• Commitment to workplace safety and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys collecting observational, spatial, and environmental data.
• Collect and compile samples of air, soil, water, and other matrices for analysis.
• Maintain quality control standards for accurate measurement and documentation.
• Assist with professional environmental science work on ecological systems, air, and water resources.
• Generate documentation using electronic systems and field notebooks.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures.
• Utilize the latest technologies for studies and analyses of habitats and impacts.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise ethical decision-making regarding resources and conduct per policy.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Self-leadership

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Office software

Job description

Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the collection, identification, and compiling of observational and spatial data concerning a variety of biological, physical, and earth sciences. Provides local assistance for the development of processes and infrastructure relating to groundwater, local geology, water supply, pollution control, cultural impact, and preserving the quality of the environment by identifying, controlling, and preventing disruption to environmental systems and species caused by human activity. Generates accurate and concise documentation, ensuring that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards.

This Opportunity

Your Impact

• Under general supervision, conduct field surveys collecting observational, spatial, and environmental data.
• Under general supervision, collect and compile samples of air, soil, water, and other matrices for analysis.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation.
• Assist with performing basic professional environmental science work relating to ecological systems, air, and water resources, assisting with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebook.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, location data, laboratory or statistical documentation, and logbooks.
• Utilize the latest technologies and techniques in performing studies and analysis of habitats, sites, and potential impacts to the health of the environment and the population.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Geology, Engineering, or a related life sciences field.
• Analytical skills, and familiarity with research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats, and applicable species/discipline.
• Familiar with relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

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