Staff Scientist

We have an exciting opportunity for an outstanding individual to join our team as a Scientist I at our headquarters in Fullerton, California.

General Characteristics

• Responsible for assisting municipal, utility, industrial, and commercials clients with stormwater planning and compliance efforts associated with Phase I and II Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permits, the Construction General Permit (CGP), and Industrial General Permit (IGP).
• Interpret complex regulatory permits, assist clients with regulatory compliance, prepare technical reports, conduct environmental compliance inspections and sampling, and complete high quality deliverables on time and within budget
• Assist environmental sampling, testing, and observations (primarily surface water, stormwater, groundwater, wastewater

Critical Tasks and Responsibilities

• Interpret regulatory permits and formulate compliance strategies
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and documents (watershed management plans, stormwater management plans, annual reports, non-stormwater discharge source assessments, adaptive management plans, compliance guidance documents, compliance reports, rain and sampling event summary reports, SWPPPs, WQMPs, etc.)
• Perform construction site and facility environmental compliance inspections (QSP, QISP, FOG)
• Conduct environmental sampling, testing, and observations (primarily surface water, stormwater, groundwater, wastewater, along with soils and sediments)
• Make field observations and perform data measurement and collection assignments
• Data management and analysis (compilation, manipulation, and evaluation of data)
• Perform maintenance and calibration of environmental monitoring instruments, meters, probes, and automated sampling equipment
• Develop and implement monitoring and reporting plans and field studies
• Perform regulatory and water quality data analyses

What we're looking for:

• BS / BA in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or another related field.
• Previous experience with environmental field sampling for data collection and documentation preferred.
• Strong technical writing skills, the ability to successfully multi-task, safety awareness, and a good record and understanding of safe work practices.
• Team oriented but able to work independently.
• Project planning skills for permitting, scheduling, and resource coordination.
• Can direct and oversee field subcontractor operations and safety compliance.
• Light construction or environmental experience/hands-on skills a plus.
• Experience with data management and report preparation.
• Ability to edit or assist with Phase I and II ESA reports is preferred.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER, 8-hour refresher, and supervisor certification preferred.
• A valid driver's license, good driving history and reliable transportation are required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. Experience with database, drafting, and/or project management software a plus.

Why you'll love working with us:

• Medical, dental and vision plan options.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401k plan.
• Paid time-off and holidays.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Other perks and incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

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