Environmental Scientist/Geologist

The Foth Companies; Duluth (MN); Hybride; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Bonuses through Earned Performance Incentive program

Résumé du poste

The Foth Companies is seeking a Geologist / Environmental Scientist for a hybrid role based in Minnesota. You will work on environmental projects throughout the Midwest, offering your expertise in environmental review and data analysis. Occasional travel is required.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or a related field, along with experience in field sampling methods and project management. The position offers competitive compensation and diverse benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, or related field.
• Experience with field sampling methods and related data management and reporting.
• Experience managing multiple project tasks simultaneously.

Responsabilités

• Provide environmental review and data analysis for multiple projects.
• Coordinate, plan, and execute environmental and technical fieldwork.
• Draft and contribute to environmental review and technical documents.

Connaissances

Environmental review

Data analysis

Field sampling methods

Project management

GIS experience

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field

Description du poste

Foth is a member‑owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin with over 85 years of success.

We are seeking a Geologist / Environmental Scientist to work on projects in multiple Midwest locations (Green Bay, WI; Madison, WI; Minneapolis, MN; Duluth, MN; Springfield, IL; Des Moines, IA; Cedar Rapids, IA). This hybrid role requires occasional travel.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide environmental review and data analysis for multiple environmental, regulatory, and permitting projects throughout the Midwest
• Coordinate, plan, and execute environmental and technical fieldwork, including independent field assignments, documentation, and reporting
• Provide project review, analysis, and summary of regulations and procedures governing environmental review, permitting, and data analysis
• Interact with project stakeholders and key regulatory agency personnel to assist project proponents in navigating environmental review and permitting
• Draft and contribute to environmental review and technical documents—such as Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments, Biological Assessments, field observation reports, and technical memoranda—including data research, analysis, and synthesis aligned with stakeholder goals and regulatory standards
• Coordinate project tasks and field activities using strong organizational skills, ensuring effective collaboration among project team members
• Present technical concepts, analyses, and findings clearly and concisely to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, or related field
• Experience with field sampling methods and related data management and reporting
• Experience working with environmental data sources, metrics and standards
• Experience managing multiple project tasks simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar environmental scientist role
• Demonstrable experience in preparation of environmental permitting or environmental review documents in the upper Midwest
• Experience with Federal environmental review processes including NEPA and state environmental review processes such as MEPA
• Experience with preparing federal and state permit applications for natural resource projects
• Private‑sector or government experience, especially in the environmental review or permitting fields
• Basic GIS experience

Benefits

Base compensation varies by experience, location, and level of responsibility and licenses/certifications. Members may be eligible for bonuses through the Earned Performance Incentive program. All employees are eligible for On‑the‑Spot bonuses. Exempt members may receive quarterly and/or annual bonuses. Eligible full‑time and part‑time members will be offered medical, dental, vision insurance, employee assistance program, disability, retirement, holiday pay, paid time off and several other voluntary benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco‑free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol‑Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.