Environmental Scientist I, Natural Resources

Rk; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Paid time off

Health insurance

Parental leave

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

RK&K is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Natural Resources Team in Baltimore. The role involves wetland delineation, forest assessments, habitat improvement, ecological restoration, and interaction with clients and regulatory agencies on projects across the Mid-Atlantic.

The position supports transportation, water resources, utilities, and site development efforts. The team collaborates across disciplines, offering opportunities for field and office work with a mix of field days

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or Natural Resources
• Undergraduate curriculum that emphasized natural resources disciplines
• 0 to 3 years relevant experience
• Team-oriented but also able to work independently
• Organized, detail oriented, thorough and responsive
• Excellent at written and verbal communication
• Motivated to find creative solutions to environmental problems
• Excited to work outdoors in all seasons
• Applications must include a cover letter and resume

Responsibilities

• Conduct wetland delineations, forest assessments and other natural resource inventories
• Prepare documents and environmental permit applications
• Interact with RK&K project managers, clients and regulatory agencies
• Collaborate with other environmental professionals
• Participate in internal training and professional development, including safety, wetland and ecological training modules

Job description

Environmental Scientist I, Natural Resources

All Locations

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Description

RK&K is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Natural Resources Team in Baltimore. As an RK&K environmental scientist you will be actively involved in supporting a diversity of wetland and forest delineation, permitting, habitat improvement, ecological restoration, protected species and other environmental projects. You will work with a multidisciplinary team on transportation infrastructure, water resources, utilities, and site development projects in Maryland and throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region.

Essential Functions

• Conduct wetland delineations, forest assessments and other natural resource inventories
• Prepare documents and environmental permit applications
• Interact with RK&K project managers, clients and regulatory agencies
• Collaborate with other environmental professionals
• Participate in internal training and professional development, including safety, wetland and ecological training modules

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or Natural Resources
• Undergraduate curriculum that emphasized natural resources disciplines
• 0 to 3 years relevant experience
• Team-oriented but also able to work independently
• Organized, detail oriented, thorough and responsive
• Excellent at written and verbal communication
• Motivated to find creative solutions to environmental problems
• Excited to work outdoors in all seasons
• Applications must include a cover letter and resume

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Candidates with natural resources internship and/or other directly related work experience highly preferred
• Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, DC and Virginia experience
• GIS (ArcGIS preferred) and CADD (MicroStation preferred) experience
• GPS field data collection
• Forest stand delineation, vegetation identification, wetland mitigation design, stream assessment, ecological monitoring, construction monitoring

Mix of office, field, and remote work depending on project needs. Fieldwork may include walking long distances, in uneven terrain through natural environments including forests and wetlands, and exposure to hot, humid, cold, and wet weather conditions.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering, construction management and environmental firm, RK&K provides the opportunity to work on projects in the communities where we live and work. With over 100 years of service, RK&K fosters a culture of collaboration, trust, and professional development. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success, and we continually seek to maintain our reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

RK&K is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RK&K ensures equal employment opportunity in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities, you may contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900. Persons with hearing-and speech-impairments can contact RK&K by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD.) Call 711 for TTY/TDD or use the website at www.varelay.org.

If you need more information or special assistance regarding limited English proficiency, contact your RK&K office receptionist and they will be able to direct you to: 1) an individual within our company that speaks your language; 2) an outside service that can assist you in communicating with RK&K; or 3) you may also contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900.