Staff Scientist

Montrose Environmental Group; United States; Remote; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A global environmental services provider is seeking a remote Staff Scientist. The role involves assisting on environmental compliance projects, conducting fieldwork, and preparing documentation. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in Environmental Science or a related field and possess 2+ years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $58,000 to $62,000, along with benefits such as medical insurance and a 401k match.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with 4% employer match

Paid parental leave

Professional development resources

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience, including internships and/or related field experience.
• Prior consulting experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist on environmental compliance projects and documents.
• Conduct field work at client sites for data collection.
• Lead data collection efforts and research projects.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Data collection

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Google Suite

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Job description

Overview

About you: Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and delivering value? Montrose is a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts collaborate to help clients optimize environmental resiliency and fulfill project requirements. We have over 120 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and are approaching 3500 employees.

The Environmental Engineering and Consulting team delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using regulatory expertise and practical, cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We work with both public- and private-sector clients to address permitting, ecoservices, assessment, and remediation with turnkey solutions.

A Day in the Life

The Staff Scientist position is a remote role. As a key member of the MES team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance on a variety of environmental compliance projects including but not limited to: Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act Reports; Solid Waste and Hazardous Waste Management Plans; Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plans; Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans; Hazardous Waste Stream Determinations.
• Prepare environmental compliance documents, permits, plans, and procedures.
• Work effectively, both independently and in a team setting.
• Conduct field work at client sites to collect data.
• Lead data collection efforts and research projects as requested by the project managers.
• Knowledgeable of regulatory standards in an environmental technical area.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Exercise safe work practices by following all company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.
• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and support team efforts.
• Keep up-to-date on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Expertise and Skills

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Engineering or Environmental Studies.
• 2+ years of related experience, including internships and/or related scientific/field of study experience.
• Prior consulting experience is a plus.
• Basic understanding of EPCRA, CAA, CWA, OSHA, RCRA, TSCA, NPDES, and DOT preferred.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work well under pressure with multiple deadlines.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors.
• Knowledge of computer-aided software (Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.).
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER preferred.
• Team player with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to work well in a team-driven environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and leaders.
• Ability to travel.

What We Can Offer to You

• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $58,000 to $62,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match.
• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance.
• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career.
• Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts solving environmental challenges.
• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues.
• Opportunities to engage with Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership groups.
• A financial assistance program through the Montrose Foundation.
• Access to attractive student loan rates to help with payoff plans.

The statements above describe the general nature of work and are not exhaustive. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, or need an alternative method to apply, you may contact 949-988-3500 or [e-mail] for assistance.

Make the Move to Accelerate Your Career

Montrose is a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company where you are your own boss, but you will receive guidance and support from talented colleagues. For more about us, visit montrose-env.com.

Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided as needed.

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