Early Career Environmental Scientist

Description

• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebook.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Under general supervision, collect and compile samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for analysis.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation.
• Utilize the latest technologies and techniques in performing studies and analysis of habitats, sites, and potential impacts to the health of the environment and the population.
• Under general supervision, conduct natural resource field surveys collecting observational, spatial, and environmental data.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, location data, laboratory or statistical documentation, and logbooks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Assist with performing basic professional environmental science work relating to soil, air, and water resources, assisting with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues.

Requirements

• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Analytical skills, and familiarity with research techniques.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Familiar with relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance