Staff Professional (Geologist/Scientist)

Onterris; Schuylkill Township (PA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris, a leading environmental solutions company, seeks a Staff Professional (Geologist/Scientist) for onsite and field work from Valley Forge, PA. The role supports projects across the northeast with field sampling, data collection, and client coordination.

You will prepare environmental guidance documents, supervise subcontractors, ensure safety, and participate in emergency response duties. Occasional travel and overtime may occur.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in geology or allied science from an accredited four-year college.
• 0–3 years of environmental consulting or similar experience.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation; pass MVR check.
• Familiarity with field equipment (water quality meters, GPS, etc.).
• Ability to perform in-field physical tasks.
• Discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong time management under deadlines.
• Organizational detail orientation.
• Accurate field data recording and interpretation.
• Ability to research geological information.
• Proficiency in Excel/Word/PowerPoint, Google Earth, and Adobe; learn proprietary systems.
• Basic knowledge of environmental regulations.
• Willing to join on-call projects.
• Capable of demanding field work in various terrains.
• Willingness to travel for local and out-of-state projects.
• HAZWOPER training a plus.
• Experience with diverse clients is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field work at client sites to collect data.
• Assist with research and data collection for project managers.
• Prepare environmental guidance documents, permits, compliance plans, and other resources.
• Supervision of subcontractors in the field.
• Participate in emergency response activities (on-call).
• Be knowledgeable of regulatory standards in environmental areas.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Exercise safe work practices by following safety rules and trainings.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs.
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends by training and reading.
• Engage in out-of-state field projects, including travel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Geology knowledge

Field sampling

Data collection & analysis

Office software proficiency

Communication skills

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Environmental Science

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Google Earth

Adobe/Foxit

GPS

Field equipment

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose,responsibilityand real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected,interwovenand international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams,consultantsand professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us,you’renot just forging acareer,you’rejoining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smartersolutionsand lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

ADay in theLife

Our Staff Professional (Geologist/Scientist) is an onsite/in-office and field-based position out of our Valley Forge, PA office and will support projects and field work within the northeast region including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York and Maryland. This position will occasionally involve local and out-of-state overnight travel and may require work outside of normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed. It should be noted that opportunities may become available to earn additional compensation through overtime and on-call projects that operate outside of normal business hours.

The Staff Professional will be supported in all aspects of an environmental and/or geologic assignment. Daily interaction with colleagues, clients, the public, and subcontractors will be normal; adaptability and excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

The annual salary range for this role is $53,000 to $63,000 commensuratewith experience, skills and geographic location.

To thrive in this role,you’llbe comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, with peers, seniors, and our clients to build and strengthen relationships
• Be present and engaged in team and client meetings and share ideas
• Conduct field work at client sites to collect data. Fieldwork activities may include soil, groundwater, soil vapor, surface water and other media sampling including maintenance of monitoring equipment at various locations.
• Assist with research and data collection efforts as requested by project managers.
• Prepare environmental guidance documents, permit applications, compliance plans, and other resources for clients.
• Supervision of subcontractors in the field.
• Participate in emergency response activities (including 24/7 on-call rotation).
• Be knowledgeable of regulatory standards in environmental technical areas of responsibility
• Maintain confidentiality at all times, both within Onterris and for our clients and affiliates
• Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including completion of all required safety training programs.
• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.
• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.
• Ability to engage in out-of-state field projects, including occasional overnight travel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

YourExpertise andSkills

These requirements reflect the knowledge,skillsand abilities that help you do your best work here.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Hydrology, or an allied science from an accredited four-year college or university
• 0-3 years of environmental consulting (or similar) experience
• Must have valid Driver’s License; reliable and consistent means of transportation; and ability to pass Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Base knowledge of common field equipment preferred, but ability to learn and deploy commonly used field equipment (such as water quality meters, sampling equipment, air monitoring equipment, and GPS location equipment) is required.
• Ability to perform in-field physical activities (including lifting and carrying equipment).
• Exhibit discretion and good judgement; always maintaining confidentiality.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work well under pressure with multiple deadlines.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to consistently record geological data in the field with care and accuracy, and interpret results
• Ability to research geological information and apply it to projects
• Strong competence with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Foxit or ADOBE, Google Earth, and the ability to learn proprietary analytical systems.
• Basic acquaintance with environmental regulations
• Willing to periodically join on-call projects, and respond to work outside of normal business hours.
• This position can be physically demanding and with work environments/conditions requiring an individual to be capable of physical field duties. Assignments may entail large project areas, distance travel on foot, over various terrains and in adverse weather conditions. Capable of executing physical demands associated with typical environmental field duties, as verified through an annual physical examination.
• The work environment will vary greatly depending on the nature of assigned tasks, this position will occasionally involve local and out-of-state travel and may require work outside of normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed.
• 40-Hr OSHA HAZWOPER training a plus
• Prior environmental consulting experience with industrial, municipal, and federal clientele is a plus

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.