Water Quality Specialist I: Field & Compliance

ckassociates; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CK Associates in Baton Rouge seeks a Water Quality Specialist to work on water quality permitting, compliance, monitoring, and field investigations for industrial and commercial clients in the region. The role balances field and office responsibilities while collaborating with experienced environmental professionals.

As experience grows, opportunities arise to take on more project responsibility, manage client relationships, and advance into project management—driving quality outcomes across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline as listed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to travel ~25%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site reconnaissance, water quality sampling, and field investigations.
• Assist with water quality permitting and compliance projects, including LPDES/NPDES permits, stormwater compliance, SPCC Plans.
• Prepare Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs), permit applications, and technical documents.
• Analyze environmental data and prepare spreadsheets, tables, and technical reports.
• Support groundwater and surface water monitoring projects.
• Coordinate field activities and maintain project documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers and staff to deliver high-quality work.

Skills

Water quality sampling

Regulatory reporting

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CK Associates in Baton Rouge seeks a Water Quality Specialist to work on water quality permitting, compliance, monitoring, and field investigations for industrial and commercial clients in the region. The role balances field and office responsibilities while collaborating with experienced environmental professionals.

As experience grows, opportunities arise to take on more project responsibility, manage client relationships, and advance into project management—driving quality outcomes across