Environmental Scientist/Geologist

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 32 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.

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Foth is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Geologist / Environmental Scientist who is looking for new learning experiences, opportunities for career growth, and a desire to contribute to our clients’ success. This position will be located in one of our Green Bay, WI; Madison, WI; Minneapolis, MN; Duluth, MN; Springfield, IL; Des Moines, IA or Cedar Rapids, IA locations with a hybrid option. This role does require the ability to travel to project and team locations on an as-needed basis (up to 20%).

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide environmental review and data analysis for multiple environmental, regulatory, and permitting projects throughout the Midwest
• Coordinate, plan, and execute environmental and technical fieldwork, including independent field assignments, documentation, and reporting
• Provide project review, analysis, and summary of regulations and procedures governing environmental review, permitting, and data analysis
• Interact with project stakeholders and key regulatory agency personnel to assist project proponents in navigating environmental review and permitting
• Draft and contribute to environmental review and technical documents—such as Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments, Biological Assessments, field observation reports, and technical memoranda—including data research, analysis, and synthesis aligned with stakeholder goals and regulatory standards
• Coordinate project tasks and field activities using strong organizational skills, ensuring effective collaboration among project team members
• Present technical concepts, analyses, and findings clearly and concisely to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, or related field
• Experience with field sampling methods and related data management and reporting
• Experience working with environmental data sources, metrics and standards
• Experience managing multiple project tasks simultaneously
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a similar environmental scientist role
• Demonstrable experience in preparation of environmental permitting or environmental review documents in the upper Midwest
• Experience with Federal environmental review processes including NEPA and state environmental review processes such as MEPA
• Experience with preparing federal and state permit applications for natural resource projects
• Private-sector or government experience, especially in the environmental review or permitting fields
• Basic GIS experience
  
  

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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The base compensation listed for this job posting reflects a general range for the posted position. Base compensation will vary based on factors such as: years of experience, location, level of responsibility and licenses/certifications. In addition to base compensation, Foth members may be eligible to receive bonuses through our Earned Performance Incentive program. All employees are eligible for On-the-Spot bonuses. Exempt members are also eligible for either quarterly and/or annual bonuses. Eligible full-time and part-time members will be offered medical, dental, vision insurance, employee assistance program, disability, retirement, holiday pay, paid time off, and several other voluntary benefits. Please reach out to the recruiting team to discuss any specific benefits or compensation questions.

Note: In some situations, we may consider an alternative position based on your skill set and experience. This may result in a different compensation range.