Entry-Level Environmental Geoscientist (Geology/Geoscience)
Entry-Level Environmental Geoscientist (Geology/Geoscience)
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$ 50000 - 70000
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ABOUT YOU
Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace committed to leading new ideas and pathways and to delivering value If the answer is Yes! then we have an exciting career opportunity for you.
Who are we We are Montrose 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 are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.
We have over 125 offices across the United States Canada Europe and Australia and are approaching 3500 employees all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.
Montroses Advisory and Specialty Services Division supports clients across public and private sectors to meet their unique and complex environmental demands. Our experts take a strategic approach to address broader environmental goals from sustainability program development data-driven decision-making using economics and ecology expertise data management and validation software strategy and implementation support chemistry quality assurance and EHSS auditing. We work through our highly-specialized practice areas to deliver excellent quality impactful solutions based on data integrity.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Our Knoxville TN office is looking for a Staff Geologist. In this role a successful candidate will assist with work on a variety of geological/scientific projects under direct supervision of an experienced professional throughout Tennessee and across other US locations. The ideal candidate will have experience performing multi-media sampling in accordance with US EPA protocols supervising drilling investigations environmental site assessments and evaluating environmental sampling data. Field work and some travel required. Excellent writing and communication skills are necessary to be successful in this position.
As a key member of the Environmental Standards team this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:
- Completes scientific analysis under direct supervision.
- Assists in developing project document deliverable outlines and layouts technical writing of reports data interpretation permits and development of graphical presentations in a logical and professional manner.
- Conducts field inspections reconnaissance and field activities per regulatory standards as directed.
- Develops and strengthens technical capabilities within a selected area of technical expertise.
- Becomes proficient in field sampling inspections data collection QA/QC of data results data reporting synthesis and analysis.
- Becomes knowledgeable of regulatory standards in area of technical background or technical responsibility.
- Coordinates with technical staff as necessary.
- Assists in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects as necessary.
- Tracks project hours and utilizes time effectively to complete assigned tasks within assigned timeframe(s).
- Communicates with Project Manager when potential issues are foreseen or potential issues arise that may inhibit performing tasks within the allotted schedule and budget.
- Maintains confidentiality at all times.
- Exercises safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations including attendance at all required safety training programs.
- Participates in the companys continuous improvement programs and provides support to team efforts.
- Keeps up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training reviews professional publications and attends 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.
- Bachelors degree in Environmental Science (preferably Geology) or related science field.
- 1-3 years of experience is preferred.
- Valid drivers license ability to travel and obtain security clearance at federal installations.
- Knowledge of computer aided software (Microsoft Suite Google Suite AutoCAD ArcGIS etc.).
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- This position can be physically demanding and will require work in various working environments/conditions which requires that an individual be physically capable of canvassing large project areas by foot on various terrain and potentially in inclement weather.
- Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Travel may be required.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As a key member of our Montrose team you can expect:
- Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career.
- Direct exposure to our industrys leading experts who are solving the worlds toughest environmental challenges.
- An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues.
- Opportunities to engage and contribute to our Diversity Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups.
- Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $50000 to $70000 per year 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.
- A financial assistance program that supports peers in need known as the Montrose Foundation.
- Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact or for assistance.
MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER
We are a rapidly growing company that values individual leadership initiative and impactful decision-making and provides you with support from talented and knowledgeable colleagues and service providers.
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Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry citizenship disability or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.
Employment Type
Full-Time
