Environmental Scientist

Environmental Scientist - Richardson, TX

Halff Associates has an open position for an entry-level Environmental Scientist at our Richardson, TX location. Recent graduates will be considered.

Our team of Environmental Scientists offers expertise in natural resources impact analysis and permitting as well as environmental due diligence investigations for a wide variety of clients and locations. The appropriately qualified applicant will need to demonstrate a willingness to join an established team of professionals and contribute to the success of that team. This position will assist with the collection and preparation of information as it pertains to the local, state, and federal regulation of natural resources. There will be an emphasis on field work as it pertains to wetland delineations, habitat assessments, and general plant surveys, supporting all Halff offices. A qualified applicant must be able to work in adverse weather conditions and capable of, at times, strenuous field work.

Environmental Scientist Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in biology, natural resources management, or related field; Master's Degree preferred
• Up to 3 years of experience in collection and preparation of information as it pertains to the local, state, and federal regulation of natural resources
• Proficiency with ArcGIS and GPS technology
• Provide support to multi-disciplinary teams in delivering solutions to clients
• Excellent research, analytical, and written and oral communication skills, with experience communicating with the public
• Positive attitude, initiative, and ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed
  
  

Company Overview

Halff is a mid-sized, employee-owned, diverse and multi-disciplined professional services firm. For more than 70 years, Halff has provided smarter solutions throughout the United States offering services in Construction Services, Energy, Environmental, Geographic Information Systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems, Land and Site Development, Planning and Landscape Architecture, MEP Engineering, Public Works, Right of Way, Structural Engineering, Subsurface Utility Engineering/Utility Coordination, Surveying, Transportation, Water Resources and Water/Wastewater.

Halff has offices in the following locations:

Arkansas: Bentonville, Fort Smith, Little Rock, and North Little Rock

Florida: Chipley, Crestview, Jacksonville, Orlando, Panama City Beach, Tallahassee, Tampa, Tavares, and Temple Terrace

Louisiana: Baton Rouge and Shreveport

Oklahoma: Norman and Oklahoma City

Texas: Austin, Brownsville, Conroe, Corpus Christi, Flower Mound, Fort Worth, Frisco, Houston, Lubbock, McAllen, Midland, Richardson, San Antonio, and Tyler

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, prescription, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid time off and holiday pay, Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Health Savings Account, 529 College Savings Plan, Flexible Spending, an Employee Assistance Plan and more.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Halff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.