Environmental Scientist II/III/Sr - ASL

Ahtna; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 69,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with 3% match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ahtna seeks a dynamic environmental science professional for a mix of field and office work in Alaska. The role involves sampling groundwater, soil, sediment, surface water, and air for contaminants, data gathering, and preparing work plans and field reports.

Candidates should be prepared for travel by air and vehicle, and to lead or assist with proposals and documentation. A strong background in environmental laws is preferred for higher level grades.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical/Environmental Sciences or related field.
• US Citizenship.
• Ability to pass background checks by federal agencies to obtain security access badges.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Adept at explaining technical aspects of fieldwork to clients verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct contaminated site characterization, monitoring, and remediation field assessments safely and per work plans.
• Travel by aircraft, vehicles, ATVs, or watercraft for fieldwork and meetings.
• Field screening and sampling for contaminants in various media according to SOPs and regulations.
• Document field operations with notes, photos, and tablets; communicate with project managers daily.
• Inspect work progress and equipment to ensure safety and adherence to specifications.
• Schedule and oversee subcontractors.
• Assist or lead preparation of proposals, planning documents, and reports.
• Author and review technical documents such as work plans and reports.

Skills

Field coordination

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical/Environmental Sciences

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Microsoft Project

Job description

Summary:

The position requires a dynamic individual with an environmental science, biology, hydrology, chemistry, or other physical or life science background, the ability to work flexible hours (but primarily Monday through Friday), and a willingness to travel periodically. The position will be extremely active and will include a variety of field assignments related to contaminated site characterization, monitoring, and remediation, and office work, such as the preparation of planning and reporting documents. Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations is required for higher-level position grades. The overall position requires an individual who is looking to advance their career and would like to be involved with a diversity of assignments including, but not limited to, sampling groundwater, soil, sediment, surface water, and air for environmental contaminants; gathering and recording environmental data; oversight of groundwater monitoring well installation; oversight of soil borings, use of global positioning systems; tabulating data; and preparing work plans and field reports.

Annual salary ranges by level:

Level II: $69,264 - $84,156

Level III: $80,130 - 98,159

Level Sr: $99,720 - $123,652

This position comes with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 3% match, paid time off (PTO), and company-paid holidays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – All Levels:

• Conducting contaminated site characterization, monitoring, and remediation field assessments safely and in accordance with work plans.
• Traveling in aircraft (jets, small planes, and helicopters), motor vehicles, ATVs, and/or watercraft to perform fieldwork, site visits, or meetings
• Field screening and sampling for contaminants and environmental parameters in a variety of media in accordance with standard operating procedures, guidance, and regulations.
• Documenting field operations, including personnel onsite, equipment onsite, weather, environmental data, and operational data using photography, neat and legible handwritten fieldnotes and forms, and tablets. Communicate with project managers via phone, email, and daily reports.
• Examining and inspecting work progress, equipment, and job sites to verify safety and to ensure that project specifications are met.
• Scheduling and overseeing subcontractors.
• Adhering to schedule and financial objectives as specified by project managers.
• Assisting or leading the preparation of proposals, planning documents, and reports.
• Authoring and reviewing technical documents such as work plans and reports.
• Performing other duties as assigned by management.

Level Specific Responsibilities:

Level - II

• Provide client and project assistance to program and project managers; adhere to scope, schedule, and budget on projects
• Maintain 1-2 areas of technical expertise
• Lead teams performing project tasks, both in the office and field locations
• Execute technical projects and prepare documents, perform peer review of project documents
• Assist with task orders and project proposals
• Provide technical mentoring
• Communicate work schedules to program and project managers
• 30% - 50% of the time may be spent conducting fieldwork, potentially in remote locations

Level - III

• Provide client and project assistance to program and project managers; adhere to scope, schedule, and budget on projects
• Maintain 2 areas of technical expertise
• Lead teams performing project tasks, both in the office and field locations
• Lead technical project execution and document preparation, and peer review project documents
• Assist with task order and project bid proposals
• Provide project staffing and technical mentoring
• Manage smaller projects involving site characterization, long-term monitoring, and similar tasks
• 20% - 40% of the time may be spent conducting fieldwork, potentially in remote locations

Level - Senior

• Provide client and project assistance to program and project managers; adhere to scope, schedule, and budget on projects
• Maintain 2-3 areas of technical expertise
• Lead technical project execution and document preparation, senior review of project documents
• Prepare task orders and project bid proposals
• Provide project staffing and technical mentoring
• Manage projects involving site characterization, long-term monitoring, and similar tasks
• 10% - 25% of the time may be spent conducting fieldwork, potentially in remote locations

Minimum Qualifications:

All levels:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical/Environmental Sciences or a similarly related field
• US Citizen
• Ability to pass background checks by various Federal Agencies (e.g., DoD, DHS, FAA, etc.) to obtain security access badges
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record, able to drive a company vehicle
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint Online
• Adept at explaining technical aspects of fieldwork to internal and external clients verbally and in writing

Level - II

• Three (3) to Five (5) years of relevant professional working experience, specialized training, and/or an advanced degree, such as an MS, may be substituted for work experience

Level - III

• Five (5) to Seven (7) years of relevant professional working experience, specialized training, and/or an advanced degree, such as an MS, may be substituted for work experience

Level - Senior

• Eight (8) or more years of relevant professional working experience, specialized training, and/or an advanced degree, such as an MS, may be substituted for work experience
• Qualified Environmental Professional or equivalent professional registration

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in other programs such as Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, GIS, databases, and environmental modeling programs
• DEC-qualified environmental professional
• Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER
• 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher
• CPR/1st Aid/AED Certified
• Experience working on projects for USACE, AFCEC, and other DoD/Federal clients
• Knowledge and experience with Alaska Native cultures

Shareholder Preference:

Pursuant to applicable law, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendents, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Core Competencies:

• Technical Writing – Ability to prepare technical communications, plans, and reports with minimal editing and corrections.
• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her drive or initiative.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written – Ability to communicate effectively with others in written form, including emails and reports. Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Goal-Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Confidentiality - Ability to preserve confidential information.

Working Environment:

• May be indoors or outdoors, subject to confined spaces, changes in temperature, weather conditions, and noise levels.

Physical Demands (including but not limited to):

• Frequent lifting, sitting, standing, stooping for prolonged periods, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity, should have good hand-eye coordination and motion control in coordination with handling tools, equipment, and other related components
• Reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 12 hours.
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, such as small electrical components, equipment, and other materials

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

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or as business/operational needs dictate