What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resources Staff Scientist position at Spectrum Environmental Services, Inc?
Spectrum Environmental, Inc. is an established environmental consulting firm spanning more than 30 years in business with offices in Mobile, Alabama; Birmingham, Alabama; and Nashville, Tennessee. We are seeking a motivated individual to join our Natural Resources consulting team who desires to learn, grow, and develop alongside a multi-faceted team of environmental professionals. The successful candidate should be a great communicator in all aspects and possess characteristics of a servant leader. Though we expect the chosen candidate to further define, develop, and lead in their role, we provide the following as a framework of what will be expected of this individual:
- Possesses a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental sciences or related field of study.
- One (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience preferred.
- Exhibits a verifiable understanding of field techniques related to WOTUS delineating, mapping, and reporting.
- Demonstrates a record of working through the Corps of Engineers’ various permitting processes, including RGPs, NWPs, and Standard Permits, preferred.
- Ability to spend full working day outside with consistent movement and exposure to the elements.
- Ability to work in both individual and team dynamics to accomplish daily tasks.
- Exhibits strong writing abilities.
- Ability to communicate and engage with clients to assist with the completion of unique projects and associated tasks.
- A driven personality that looks to have a long-lasting impact on the individuals with whom they interact and who seeks to build a strong future within the Spectrum Organization.
- Willingness to take on other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned.
Conditions – Any offer of employment is subject to the results of a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and review of Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and background check.
Salary – Commensurate with experience.
Benefits – Health Insurance (BC/BS), dental, and vision available, 401K, paid vacation, and personal time.
Leadership – You will be asked to demonstrate leadership in all tasks and projects assigned. This will include emphasizing and promoting Spectrum’s Vision (Serving businesses and individuals to build a stronger future for all) and maintaining a safe work environment.
Promote Quality Standards – You will be asked to conduct daily activities in a manner that exemplifies Spectrum’s quality of work product standards. This task will also include promoting Spectrum’s overall company mission (To collectively offer innovative solutions to promote business, steward our environment, and enrich lives).
H.I.R.E.S – It is expected that your efforts will continue to promote Spectrum’s Mission by demonstrating and implementing Spectrum’s Core Principles (H.I.R.E.S.).