Natural Resources Staff Scientist

specenviro; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision

401K

Paid vacation and personal time

Job summary

Spectrum Environmental Services, Inc. seeks a motivated environmental professional to join our Natural Resources consulting team. The role focuses on field techniques for WOTUS delineation, mapping, and reporting, with exposure to Corps of Engineers permitting processes.

A BS degree and strong writing/communication are essential, as is the ability to work outdoors and in teams. We offer a pathway for growth, leadership opportunities, and a collaborative environment aimed at delivering innovative

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in environmental sciences or related field required.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Verifiable understanding of field techniques related to WOTUS delineating, mapping, and reporting.
• Experience with Corps of Engineers permitting processes (RGPs, NWPs, Standard Permits) preferred.
• Ability to spend full work day outside in varying conditions.
• Ability to work well in both independent and team settings.
• Strong writing abilities and client communication skills.
• Driven personality committed to long-term growth within Spectrum.
• Willingness to take on additional duties as needed.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Writing

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor of Science in environmental sciences or related field

Job description

Spectrum Environmental Services, Inc. is a multifaceted company that offers industrial plant services, waste transportation and disposal, infrastructure/pipe services, and environmental consulting solutions to the customer's environmental challenges. Additionally, Spectrum provides select environmental products to support project needs. With headquarters in Alabaster, Alabama, near Birmingham, the Spectrum group of companies brings a high level of commitment toward quality and professionalism to every aspect of our projects.

Spectrum Environmental, Inc. is an established environmental consulting firm spanning more than 30 years in business with offices in Mobile, Alabama; Birmingham, Alabama; and Nashville, Tennessee. We are seeking a motivated individual to join our Natural Resources consulting team who desires to learn, grow, and develop alongside a multi-faceted team of environmental professionals. The successful candidate should be a great communicator in all aspects and possess characteristics of a servant leader. Though we expect the chosen candidate to further define, develop, and lead in their role, we provide the following as a framework of what will be expected of this individual:

• Possesses a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental sciences or related field of study.
• One (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience preferred.
• Exhibits a verifiable understanding of field techniques related to WOTUS delineating, mapping, and reporting.
• Demonstrates a record of working through the Corps of Engineers’ various permitting processes, including RGPs, NWPs, and Standard Permits, preferred.
• Ability to spend full working day outside with consistent movement and exposure to the elements.
• Ability to work in both individual and team dynamics to accomplish daily tasks.
• Exhibits strong writing abilities.
• Ability to communicate and engage with clients to assist with the completion of unique projects and associated tasks.
• A driven personality that looks to have a long-lasting impact on the individuals with whom they interact and who seeks to build a strong future within the Spectrum Organization.
• Willingness to take on other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned.

Conditions –

Any offer of employment is subject to the results of a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and review of Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and background check.

Salary –

Commensurate with experience.

Benefits

– Health Insurance (BC/BS), dental, and vision available, 401K, paid vacation, and personal time.

Leadership

– You will be asked to demonstrate leadership in all tasks and projects assigned. This will include emphasizing and promoting Spectrum’s Vision (Serving businesses and individuals to build a stronger future for all) and maintaining a safe work environment.

Promote Quality Standards

– You will be asked to conduct daily activities in a manner that exemplifies Spectrum’s quality of work product standards. This task will also include promoting Spectrum’s overall company mission (To collectively offer innovative solutions to promote business, steward our environment, and enrich lives).

H.I.R.E.S

– It is expected that your efforts will continue to promote Spectrum’s Mission by demonstrating and implementing Spectrum’s Core Principles (H.I.R.E.S.)