Job Tag: Science/Engineering

The City of Davis Public Works Utilities and Operations Department is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative Water Quality Compliance Specialist, focused on stormwater quality, to join their Environmental Resources Division team. The City is a regional leader in stewardship of environmental resources, with a team comprised of people who are passionate about the work they do for our community. The ideal candidate for this position has experience with stormwater quality program administration, regulatory compliance, and comfort with providing outreach, education, and training related to their area of focus.

Tentative Recruiting Timeline:
First round interviews on 10/26/2023

DEFINITION

Under direction, plans, develops, analyzes, coordinates, implements, and administers the City’s drinking, wastewater, stormwater, or recycled water quality programs; ensures compliance with Federal and State environmental regulatory standards, programs, and permits related to drinking, wastewater, stormwater, or recycled water quality; serves as the Department’s liaison with State and regional regulatory agencies and boards regarding drinking, wastewater, stormwater, or recycled water quality matters; responds to and addresses water quality complaints and inquiries; collects water samples for laboratory review and analysis; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the Public Works Utility and Operations department as assigned; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from division manager as assigned, and/or higher-level staff. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. Exercises technical and functional direction over and provides training to assigned staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This journey level classification is responsible for independently performing professional duties in support of the City’s drinking, wastewater, stormwater, or recycled water quality programs. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Areas of expertise include programs related to drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, or recycled water quality programs, including permitting and compliance functions.

Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental studies, chemistry, biology, resource management, sanitary engineering, public administration, or a related field.

Experience:

Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in compliance activities regarding drinking water quality, wastewater quality, stormwater quality, recycled water quality, or a related field.

Based in Miami, Florida, the Director, Environmental Programs will be the leader responsible for managing all of the environmental initiatives for Royal Caribbean International’s (RCI) Private Destination Development organization. The director will provide overall leadership in developing the environmental strategy for the development of private land-based destinations. In addition, the director will lead the team responsible for overall planning, assessment, strategy, execution, and monitoring of all environmental activities through the development lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding and proven track record in leading the environmental stewardship for complex land development projects from inception through construction and eventual operation. Given the complexity of this role, the ideal candidate will require strong leadership capabilities, a proven track record delivering complex land transformations, and strong technical expertise including (but not limited to) environmental impact assessments (and associated studies), environmental management plans, best management practices, and environmental monitoring during construction and operation.

This role will require close collaboration with a number of roles within the Royal Caribbean Group (RCG), including, but not limited to, leadership responsible for private destination development, leadership responsible for private destination operations and Vice President & Head of ESG for the corporation. In addition, this role will also collaborate with external environmental partners, construction contractors, and various government agencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage the overall environmental program for Private Destination development, including internal (employees) and external (contractors) throughout the land development lifecycle (land selection through design/construction and into operation).
Develop (create/edit/maintain) the environmental strategy, principle, and practices of our private destination development.
Ensure that RCG’s environmental policies and the environmental principles and policies of private destination development are being effectively carried out for all projects (existing and new) in accordance with all relevant rules and regulations.
Ensure that RCG’s environmental policies and the environmental principles and policies of private destination development are incorporated into the design of new projects and project expansions.
Ensure that RCI’s environmental and hazardous materials policies applicable to shoreside operations are in compliance with all applicable national and international regulations and that there is an active feedback and corrective action process.
Provide guidance and expertise to the responsible disciplines throughout the lifecycle of a project including: site selection, design, construction, and operations.
Provide guidance and assistance for enhancing and improving projects by incorporating the environmental stewardship, vision of the corporation, and Product Development’s environmental principles.
Manage the relationships with various environmental partners, including both internal (corporate ESG, island environmental officers, etc.) and external (e.g., consulting agencies, independent contractors, etc.). Directly manage the relationship with environmental monitoring consultants contracted for private destination environmental monitoring.
Manage environmental compliance audits, analyze trends and develop corrective action programs.
Continue to innovate and stay abreast of emerging environmental trends and technologies, including (but not limited to) waste, water and energy systems.
Develop environmental awareness programs for guests and employees.
Provide expertise in all matters involving future environmental protection issues that might affect Product Development’s shoreside projects.
Give timely guidance to team members on all environmental issues, including pollution prevention using techniques such as minimization, reuse, recycling, treatment, and proper disposal.
Evaluate new projects, sites, and existing projects to ensure any environmental impact is minimized and that the environmental and hazardous materials policies are observed.
Monitor environmental programs for compliance with all policies, including reviewing the periodic environmental reports and self-assessments.
Provide training, resources, and guidance for the relevant internal environmental stewards and team members for new and existing projects and associated equipment, environmental strategies, operating requirements, and new technologies.
Investigate environmental incidents and accidents as directed.
Recommend action to prevent the occurrence of any environmental nonconformity’s relating to the product, process, and quality system.
Identify, record and act on any environmental problems relating to the product, process, and quality system.
Strive to establish positive working relationships with environmental groups in order to promote RCG’s environmental standards.
Keep all private destination environmental documents and programs fresh and up to date.
Produce and deliver quarterly environmental presentations.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills:

Ten+ years of environmental leadership and experience.
Bachelor’s degree required in environmental science, biology, or another closely related field; MBA preferred.
Previous experience in the environmental principles and practices in complex land-based development.
Solid understanding of environmental principles around waste, water, energy and construction.
Extensive knowledge of International and U.S. environmental rules and regulations.
Preferably a university degree in environmental sciences.
Strong training and facilitation skills.
Ability to develop, plan and organize tactical plans utilizing project management principles.
Ability to communicate tactfully with department heads, managers, coworkers and employees to resolve problems and negotiate resolutions.
Ability to effectively apply the RCCL environmental policies and practices and Product Development’s environmental principles.
Ability to manage a staff in a positive and productive manner by motivating, developing and managing employees as they work. Ability to evaluate and hire high performing employees and scaling a team. Ability to utilize and administer the disciplinary action process through coaching and counseling to improve performance or terminate employment.
Working knowledge of computers, internet access, and the ability to navigate within a variety software packages such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to travel as required.

Cypress Creek Renewables (CCR) is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us.

The Role

Responsible for assisting CCR Environmental Managers with environmental due diligence, agency consultation and permitting efforts of responsible solar development, and providing compliance support to construction divisions and operation divisions for community and transmission-scale solar, battery storage and transmission facilities in the Midwest and Northeast U.S. Regions.

Responsibilities:

Assist internal Environmental Managers and project developers with standard environmental diligence processes, technical scopes and consultant selection and management.
Assist with consultant communication, contract award and field survey coordination.
Manage deliverables, organize project records, and track ongoing tasks and diligence status across multiple projects and states.
Assist with environmental due diligence, natural resource studies, and data management for development and acquisition opportunities.
Assist with federal and state land and wildlife agency communication, coordination and permitting.
Assist with reviews of environmental technical reports. Reports typically include, but are not limited to: Phase I ESA, wetland and waterway delineations, desktop environmental screenings, habitat evaluations, threatened/endangered/sensitive species surveys, avian and bat use surveys, and post-construction monitoring studies.
Assist with reviews of plans for management of environmental matters during site construction and operation. Plans include, but are not limited to: SPCC, waste management plans, construction oversight plans for compliance with respect to species protection and archaeological resource protection.
Assist in development of protocols or trackers to manage ongoing compliance requirements during operations and maintenance.
Participate in regional and national initiatives, symposia, conferences, and industry groups as needed to achieve Company objectives.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or an Environmental-related field from an accredited college/university.
Experience and expertise interpreting federal and state environmental laws (e.g., ESA, NEPA, CWA, etc.), guidelines, and policies.
3 – 5 years professional experience in environmental permitting and/or compliance. Experience in IL, PA, OH, NY, MA, MD, and/or CT a plus.
Proficiency in project data management and analysis tools, such as Microsoft Excel.
Strong task management and organizational skills.
Self-directed and detail-oriented, with the ability and desire to work effectively in a team environment.
Able to act and adapt to a fast-paced business environment with competing deadlines.
Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
May include local or regional travel, as allowed by health and safety requirements.

Preferred:

Advanced degree in biological science/natural resources/environmental policy or environmental law degree a plus.
Experience in development or renewable energy industry a plus.
Experience in environmental permitting in IL, PA, OH, NY, MA, MD, and/or CT a plus.

Hope College seeks a faculty member to teach some combination of courses and labs in introductory geology, introductory environmental science, sedimentology, historical geology, mineralogy, and/or petrology. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering lectures, providing instruction, and preparing, administering and grading examinations; advising students on related academic matters; engaging in scholarly activities and professional development; and serving on departmental and faculty committees to promote curriculum development.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or hold a Master’s degree and be ABD in a doctoral program in a related field.

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at the University of South Carolina (USC) invites nominations and applications for the position of Director of The School of the Earth, Ocean and Environment (SEOE). The SEOE is a center for innovative, integrative, and inclusive research and education across a broad spectrum of natural and social sciences. The SEOE consists of approximately 35 full-time faculty members and 10 staff members who support programs in Environment and Sustainability (Environmental Science and Environmental Studies), Geology and Geophysics, and Marine Science. The SEOE enrolls some 600 undergraduate majors in four bachelor’s degree programs and 60 graduate students pursuing MS, Masters of Earth and Environmental Resources Management (MEERM), and Ph.D. degrees, as well as regularly hosting postdoctoral and visiting researchers and scholars.

The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to one or more of these programs through research and teaching and to provide overall leadership facilitating cooperation and coordination across disciplines. We seek a nationally recognized researcher, an experienced teacher, and a proven leader who is excited to guide the SEOE through its next phase of growth.

The Director will:

· Provide leadership as well as principled administrative guidance and advocacy for faculty, staff, students, and alumni to promote the mission of the SEOE in teaching, research, and public service/outreach.
· Represent the SEOE to the University administration, foster collaboration with other schools and colleges at USC, and provide leadership in guiding, engaging and building partnerships across and beyond the USC campus.
· Communicate the mission and importance of the SEOE’s programs to external audiences in order to sustain and increase private and public financial and non-financial support.

The successful applicant must hold a Ph.D. degree in a relevant natural or social science field, years of experience consistent with academic policy for faculty rank and be tenurable in the SEOE, preferably at the rank of Full Professor.

Start date: July 1, 2024.

ICF is growing its energy program implementation team to support new and existing contracts in the region. Our clients include energy utilities, recognizable Fortune 500 corporations, and a variety of Federal, State, and local governmental agencies.

Why you will love working here:

Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

What you will be doing:

Work with customers, vendors, account reps, and cooperatives to develop energy efficiency projects in utility-sponsored programs, which vary from agriculture, multifamily, commercial and industrial.
Perform field audits to understand and document the customer’s current operations and motivations, while identifying opportunities to implement energy efficiency.
Work with customers and other stakeholders to scope the potential opportunities
Perform technical calculations to quantify the baseline and measure case conditions and potential savings, cost, and other relevant parameters.
Write detailed reports documenting existing conditions, proposed measures and as built operating conditions, project savings and other cost effectiveness parameters.
Conduct site inspection to verify installation and operation of energy efficiency equipment.
Perform cost effectiveness calculations of various energy efficiency measures using the CEDARS cost effectiveness tool.

What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Energy Resources, Physical Sciences or related discipline
2+ years of energy efficiency experience performing engineering calculations and/or field work related to HVAC, lighting, pumping, hot water or related energy efficiency measures
Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check

What we would like you to have:

Demonstrated familiarity with California deemed and custom project requirements
Field experience working on multifamily, commercial, agricultural, industrial, energy efficiency or related equipment
Demonstrated familiarity with California energy regulatory policy including CPUC funded efficiency programs and building/equipment energy codes including Title 20 and Title 24.
Familiarity with both electric and natural gas end use equipment as it applies to multifamily/commercial/agricultural/industrial.
Familiarity with energy modeling tools such as EnergyPro and EnergyPlus.
Experience using the eTRM or TRM system(s) for measure package development

Professional skills you will use:

Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information
Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as clients and vendors.
Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Project, Access, Outlook, Excel).
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The research scientist will have the following responsibilities: conducting hypothesis-driven research that involves both field and laboratory work on soil carbon cycling and soil health in agroecosystems, presenting and publishing research findings, training undergraduate and graduate students and visiting scholars, involving in grant proposal writing, and undertaking laboratory management responsibilities. This is a grant-funded position, so the position will be terminated by the cessation of the funding.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. in Soil Science, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Environmental Science, Soil Microbiology, or closely related fields. Demonstrated postdoctoral research experience (2-3 years) in soil biogeochemical processes in agricultural systems and peer-reviewed publications are required. 2-3 years of experience in soil-ecology based research project and publications. Experience in data analysis, including microbial community analysis, is also required. Strong oral and written communication skills, excellent work ethic, ability to work independently and collaboratively, experience in training undergraduate and graduate students, demonstrated skills in analytical instrumentations, and a valid driver’s license are also required.

PREFERRED

1-2 years of experience in proposal writings and laboratory managements.

LOCATION

Department of Biosystems Engineering and Soil Science (BESS), University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN. The research scientist will be supervised by Dr. Sindhu Jagadamma (Jagadamma Lab) in BESS.
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is the state’s flagship research institution and is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer, located in East Tennessee close to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Department of Biosystems Engineering and Soil Science comprises an energetic group of faculty members engaging in multi-disciplinary research and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.

START DATE

November 1, 2023 or until a suitable candidate is selected.

Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. (HRG) is an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm.

We are actively seeking a Water Quality Specialist to join our dedicated team of professionals in State College, PA. As a Water Quality Specialist, key responsibilities include:

• Experience in the layout, design, and inspections of ag conservation best management practices

• Develop planning studies and reports in support of new and updated plans, programs, and regulations, especially regarding Chesapeake Bay Phase 3 Watershed Implementation Plan (Phase 3 WIP) countywide action plans (CAPs)

• Collects a variety of statistical data and prepares reports and maps on topics such as census information, land use, tax base data, urbanized area, impaired watersheds, agricultural best management practice (BMP), and suburban BMPs

• Acts as a liaison between community groups, government agencies, developers, and elected officials in developing and implementing CAPs

• Provides information to the public regarding Phase 3 WIP and CAPs

• Conducts field evaluations and assessments

• Understands GIS datasets and tools pertaining to stormwater, hydrology/hydraulic modeling, and watershed delineation

• Represents HRG at trade shows and various business functions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in planning, environmental science, public policy, or related area of study or equivalent on the job experience

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional planning experience with a demonstrated knowledge of the Phase 3 WIP and CAPs

• NRCS Certified Conservation Planner or Certified Nutrient Management Specialist, or pursuing certification

• Excellent writing/editing, research, and analysis (qualitative and quantitative), and communication skills

• Client-focused leader and team player possessing strong communication, planning, and organizational skills

• Strong word processing and Excel abilities

• Flexible, detail-oriented, and excellent time management and organizational skills

• Ability to take initiative, be a problem solver, and work in a fast-paced and professional environment

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed

• Requires travel to job sites, meetings, and other offices as necessary

• Has the legal right to work in the U.S.

Broadbent & Associates, Inc. of Portland, Oregon is looking to hire an organized full-time, Senior Geologist or Senior Environmental Scientist to oversee a wide variety of complex, environmental projects in Oregon and Washington.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SENIOR GEOLOGIST / SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

As a senior-level professional, you are the engine of our business. Your hard work ensures that we deliver for our clients. Under the supervision of the Division Manager/Principal Geologist, you will:

Prepare and review of work plans, technical documents, and reports for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies

Prepare and review of new clientele proposals for federal, state, and local regulatory agencies

Develop the scope of environmental assessment and remediation projects from our diverse portfolio and manage them within budget
Conduct regular field visits to drive project execution and ensure that appropriate health and safety procedures are being followed
Review and approve supplier work proposals and invoices
Write project reports, analyze, and interpret data, and prepare final reports to be submitted to our Principal Geologist and clients

Your people skills are essential as you interact regularly with local and national clientele as well as regulatory agencies. Though you do spend a lot of time visiting job sites and interacting with people, you also make sure to keep up on all your administrative responsibilities. Ensuring that clients are happy as well as that all jobs are delivered on-time, within the scope, and on-budget gives you a great sense of accomplishment!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, or related field
Five or More years of experience in geological assessments, water supply, water treatment, environmental assessments, contaminant investigation, contaminant remediation, stormwater management, wastewater treatment, permitting projects, or compliance projects in the public and private sectors
Consulting experience
Strong working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations and experience interacting with governmental regulatory agencies
Demonstrated ability to properly manage multiple projects concurrently while ensuring compliance with deliverable timelines
Professional Registration/Certification or ability to attain within two years of hire
Ability to travel within the western regional US

DESIRED QUALITIES:

Possess strong work ethic and knowledge of the consulting business
Strong commitment to Safety and staff development
Possess ability to effectively manage personnel and administrative functions
Advanced technical capabilities associated with the specific field of expertise
Motivated self-starter and ability to perform periodic field work
Strong problem solving, research, and communication skills
Ability to identify and mitigate potential hazards associated with site operations
Willingness to conduct Business Development activities
Technical writing competency and computer literacy
In-depth experience with service line specific cost projections, budget preparation and tracking
Ability to work individually and as a team member

Make an impact:
Join the City of Salem’s Stormwater Inspections Team as a seasonal Stormwater Inspections Technician (Natural Resources Technician) in the Public Works Department. The person in this position contributes to the Salem community and local stream health by ensuring compliance with the stormwater inspections in accordance with the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit and Stormwater Management Plan requirements.

Learn and grow:
This is a wonderful entry-level position for someone looking to get their feet wet in the environmental and stormwater fields. The person in this position will work with two other stormwater inspections staff to inspect green and mechanical stormwater facilities in Salem.

What you will do:
The person in this position will assist the stormwater inspections technicians with both field and office work. Field work will consist of performing inspections of public and private mechanical and vegetated water quality treatment facilities. Our goal is to inspect a minimum of 1000 facilities annually. Upon completion of training, the Natural Resource Technician will also inspect facilities and perform field investigations independently. Office work will consist of organizing inspection information including locating, gathering, and organizing plans and as-builts, maintenance agreements, and more information associated with the facility inspection and maintenance. There may be opportunity to provide outreach to private stormwater facilities owners as well to support the environmental outreach, natural areas, stream cleaning, and environmental monitoring programs.

Lifting heavy objects with mechanical assistance is a common task of the job.

Essential Job Functions

Inspect, map, and record natural resources and stormwater treatment infrastructure.
Conduct field data collection, analysis, drafting, and inspections.
Assist with inventory and assessment of the City’s natural resources and infrastructure.
Update program plans, including field mapping, data entry, resource analysis, and characterization.
Assist in site selection and mapping for future planning and program projects.
Assist with public outreach for parks, natural resources, or stormwater related programs, plans, and projects.
Research grant opportunities and assist with application preparation.
Conduct research, compile data, and prepare concise and clearly written reports and associated maps.

What can we offer you for all your hard work?

Paid sick time in accordance with City policies.
A fun team environment and an opportunity to help your community.
Competitive pay, $27.17 Hourly.