Environmental Specialist 1 - ES1

Environmental Specialist 1 - ES1; Calera (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Specialist 1 - ES1 in Calera, AL is a 36-month onsite contract-to-hire role that supports environmental compliance, regulatory affairs, and sustainability initiatives. The position collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to maintain regulatory adherence and minimize environmental impact.

Candidates should have familiarity with environmental regulations, project management abilities, and the capacity to work on multiple environmental matters in a team setting, including

Qualifications

• Familiarity with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Experience operating power boats and watercraft.
• Ability to work as part of a team on multiple projects.
• Capable of working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Effective communication abilities.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental compliance and regulatory affairs.
• Support sustainability initiatives and stakeholder collaboration.
• Contribute to project management and environmental matters across the organization.

Skills

Regulatory familiarity

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology

Job description

TITLE: Environmental Specialist 1

DURATION: 36 months (Contract to hire)

LOCATION: Calera, AL 35040 (Onsite Role)

PAY RATE: $23–$32/hour on W2

Job Summary

• The Level 1 Environmental Specialist assists with environmental compliance, regulatory affairs, and sustainability initiatives.
• This role involves collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders to maintain compliance with environmental regulations, minimize environmental impacts, and support sustainable practices.
• Basic knowledge of environmental regulations, project management skills, and the capacity to collaborate on environmental matters within the organization are necessary.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Experience operating power boats and watercraft.
• Ability to work as part of a team on multiple projects.
• Capability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication abilities.
• Attention to detail.

Education

• A bachelor’s degree in biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field is required.

Experience

• Candidates should have one to five years of experience in environmental sampling and compliance.