This Opportunity
WSP is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Earth and Environment, Site Investigation & Remediation team in our Redmond, WA office. Provides technical assistance and guidance for the collection, identification, and compilation of observational and spatial data concerning a variety of biological, physical, and earth sciences.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field.
- Minimum 3+ years of post-education related experience working as an environmental scientist and completing environmental surveys, fieldwork, habitat and impact assessments, and/or construction monitoring.
- Prior experience with GIS software and Trimble GPS units and ability to use technology for data collection.
- Analytical skills, and prior experience with research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats, and applicable species required.
- Knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
- Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
- Moderate proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most effective manner to accomplish objectives of assigned projects.
Benefits
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings