Environmental Scientist

Objective

Environmental Scientist as Full Time Equivalent (FTE) position on an Environmental Consulting contract for a federal client in Washington, DC. 

Classification​

TBD

Reports to

TBD

Essential Functions

Assists OASD(S) in gathering and analyzing information on environmental effects of past DoD activities on Indian lands and Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA)– conveyed properties. Assesses impacts, and prepares and finalizes site assessment reports. Performs research and interviews federal, state, tribal and/or agencies on information about potential impacts. Inputs and maintains environmental assessments in database. Conduct on-site visits and investigates potentially impacted sites. Sample contaminants and photograph contaminated areas. Engages in statistical analysis, lab and field research, technical writing, and presentations of data or findings associated with environmental assessment and impact studies. Collects field data requiring the use of technical instruments in most cases and records data. Collects soil, biota and water samples, develops plans, specifications, and writes a report of findings. Prepares reports, briefings, point papers, reviews and oral presentations as may be directed.

Special Qualifications

All candidates shall reflect a high level of knowledge and experience in working with American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiians, training, policy, research, American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian affairs, cultural resources, contracting, and environmental sciences

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in environmental science or engineering; minimum of 5 years environmental consulting experience.

The selected candidate shall possess: 

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong collaboration skills working with teams.
  • Positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office software suite, including Microsoft Word, Excel.
  • Thorough knowledge of personal computer systems (PC and/or Macintosh).
  • Professional work environment related to various phases of planning.
  • Knowledge not required, but desired:
  • Experience in CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and ArcGIS.
  • Working knowledge of planning products and planning principles, concepts, methodologies, rules, and regulations
  • Proficiency in Google G Suite – Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar.
  • Proficiency in MS Project
 
Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is anticipated to be a full time position.  

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although limited overnight travel may be expected.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

TBD

AAP/EEO Statement

Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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. 

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