Entry-Level Environmental Scientist-Guam
We have an exciting opportunity for entry-level Environmental Scientist in our Barrigada, Guam office to grow and learn as support to a wide range of multidisciplinary projects.
What you will do: You will support a combination of office-based tasks and field activities as well as have daily interactions with clients and a multidisciplinary team of environmental professionals. You will assist in a wide range of environmental compliance projects which could include fuel storage tanks, solid and hazardous waste, stormwater, wastewater, etc. Specific responsibilities include:
- Assisting with the preparation of project documents (work plans, reports, etc.)
- Planning, coordinating, and leading field efforts.
- Collecting and evaluating data.
- Assisting in a wide range of natural resource/environmental compliance projects which could include field studies to support flora and fauna surveys; habitat assessments and management; threatened and endangered species surveys; ecological monitoring; wetland and aquatic resources characterizations and assessments; solid waste compliance; stormwater compliance; construction support compliance; investigation/remediation support
What we provide: EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work-life balance including flexible schedules. We have a tremendous base of positive client relationships, working hand in hand every day with public works and operations managers in government and industry, supporting their efforts to improve their performance and achieve their business and organizational goals. This has resulted in a stable backlog of projects and opportunities for professional growth. We also offer a fantastic benefits package!
What you will need:
- BS in one of the following disciplines: Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or Science related field.
- 0 – 3 years of experience
- Natural Resource experience on Guam or the CNMI is preferred.
- Environmental compliance experience is preferred.
- Must be comfortable working in hot and humid conditions on challenging terrain with thick vegetation.
- An understanding of natural resources within the Marianas region and/or coastal settings is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey information at an appropriate level of communication with varying levels of project staff.
- Ability to work in both the office and field.
- Must be flexible, adaptable, and able to learn quickly.
- The candidate must be comfortable working in office and field environment.