Environmental Scientist

Resource Options, Inc.; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Options, Inc. in New Jersey is seeking an Environmental Scientist to support clients by navigating environmental regulations, conducting site assessments, and developing sustainable solutions.

The role includes field sampling, data management, GIS support, and collaboration with senior staff on data analysis and report preparation for NJDEP.

The team emphasizes accurate field documentation and adherence to safety protocols to ensure high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field.
• 1–5 years of relevant field experience.
• Basic understanding of environmental sampling techniques (soil, groundwater).
• Familiarity with health and safety protocols related to fieldwork.
• Strong organizational and data management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in both field and office settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct soil sampling and groundwater sampling in compliance with environmental regulations and best practices.
• Perform soil logging, documenting soil properties and stratigraphy during field investigations.
• Provide oversight for well drilling activities, ensuring safety protocols and quality control standards are maintained.
• Assist in site assessments and environmental monitoring projects.
• Ensure proper field documentation, including field notes and sample chain-of-custody forms.
• Assist with GIS data management, including map creation, data entry, and analysis under the guidance of senior staff.
• Organize and manage field data to ensure accurate, accessible, and up-to-date records.
• Learn and assist in writing sections of reports for submission to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP).
• Support project managers and senior scientists with data analysis and report preparation.

Skills

Soil & groundwater sampling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Geology

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

Job description

Are you a driven and knowledgeable Environmental Scientist looking to make a real impact through meaningful environmental projects? We are seeking a skilled professional to join our growing team and support clients in navigating complex environmental regulations, conducting site assessments, and developing sustainable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct soil sampling and groundwater sampling in compliance with environmental regulations and best practices.
• Perform soil logging, documenting soil properties and stratigraphy during field investigations.
• Provide oversight for well drilling activities, ensuring safety protocols and quality control standards are maintained.
• Assist in site assessments and environmental monitoring projects.
• Ensure proper field documentation, including field notes and sample chain-of-custody forms.
• Assist with GIS data management, including map creation, data entry, and analysis under the guidance of senior staff.
• Organize and manage field data to ensure accurate, accessible, and up-to-date records.
• Learn and assist in writing sections of reports for submission to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP).
• Support project managers and senior scientists with data analysis and report preparation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field.
• 1-5 years of relevant field experience
• Basic understanding of environmental sampling techniques (soil, groundwater).
• Familiarity with health and safety protocols related to fieldwork.
• Strong organizational and data management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in both field and office settings

Pay Range - $28.00/hr. - $33.00/hr.

Now in our 4th decade, Resource Options, Inc. (“ROI”) partners with Design, Construction, Environmental, and Real Estate professionals to help them identify great opportunities within their area of expertise. With offices throughout New England, New York and New Jersey, ROI seeks candidates interested in rewarding careers with companies serving the natural and built environments. Representative positions include carpenters, electricians, laborers, pipefitters, plumbers, OSHA 40 technicians, CDL drivers, lab pack chemists, HEO’s, w/ww operators, analytical chemists, environmental scientists, safety professionals, land surveyors, M/E/P engineers, civil, structural and geotechnical engineers, architects and interior designers, project managers, estimators, superintendents, OPM representatives, property managers, facility maintenance technicians and more.

If you value an honest day’s work and take pride in what you do, we want to work with you.

ROI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

ROI intends to provide a safe and drug-free work environment for our employees and our clients; as such you may be required to take a pre-employment drug screen before beginning employment.