Environmental Specialist l

The Community Development Team is looking for an eager candidate who wants to learn more about environmental consulting and gain experience across the wide range of services we offer at Impact7G. In this role, you will be responsible for writing Phase 1 ESAs (Environmental Site Assessments). If you do not already have it, obtaining licensure for ACM (Asbestos Containing Materials), LBP (Lead-Based Paint), and Radon Inspections will be required. Additionally, this position will include the expectation of doing fieldwork in activities such as collecting soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and mold samples. The ideal candidate will have good attention to detail and the ability to complete timely and accurate reports following associated fieldwork. To learn more about the position and associated requirements, review the full job description below.

Overview

The Environmental Specialist I is responsible for participating in a wide range of projects which may include National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews and exclusions and Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The essential job duties and responsibilities include:

• Conduct research, complete reviews, and compile reports.
• Site visits to include field sampling, data collection, field equipment operation, and other field activities associated with environmental projects.
• With support and guidance from Environmental Specialist II and Senior Environmental Specialists, works independently on projects ranging from small to medium and assists senior staff on larger projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or similar field. In the absence of a degree, equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
• Required education based on requirements that are job related and consistent with business necessity.
• Required experience based on requirements that are job related and consistent with business necessity.
• 0-2 years’ experience in the environmental field.
• Required license/credentials based on requirements that are job related and consistent with business necessity.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office products, including Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong work ethic, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and time management skills.
• Be organized and detail oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Specializations Required by Department

Community Development

• Must be capable of working while wearing a negative pressure respirator without restriction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in consulting.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds, on occasion.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions in outdoor environments.

Leadership Responsibilities

• None

Travel Requirements

• Moderate, 40-60%
  • Some overnight travel within the United States and occasional nights/weekends may be required.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Our Core Values

An effective Environmental Specialist I will live the Impact7G mission of relentlessly working to help our clients and fellow staff achieve their objectives through professional services that foster sustainable decisions. Our Seventh-Generation philosophy activates informed decision-making for today’s generation while considering the impacts on the environment and people of the future.

Selfless Service: Our staff are eager to help our clients and their colleagues at any moment, regardless of the task. The result is unmatched customer service.

Meaningful Connections: The story of Impact7G’s growth revolves around a network of meaningful connections. We rely on strong partnerships to support our mission of providing long-term value to our clients.

Exceed Expectations: In an extremely competitive environment, meeting expectations is not enough. Our diverse team of environmental professionals deliver innovative approaches and proactive communication.

Make an Impact: We strive to make positive impacts within natural and built environments. We do this by developing future-focused solutions that consider the entire lifecycle of each project.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Impact7G will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We strongly encourage minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for openings with us.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.