Environmental Scientist

2 weeks ago

Columbia, United States Straughan Environmental Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Who We Are

Straughan Environmental, Inc. is a successful, rapidly growing, woman owned business that provides high quality and cost-effective consulting services to a wide variety of clients in the governmental and private sectors. Straughan is committed to advancing sustainable and resilient communities. We are experts in environmental planning, design, assessments, and policy. Our staff consists of wildlife and wetlands scientists; geomorphologists and hydrologists, civil and environmental engineers; inspectors; biologists and botanists; planners; cultural resource specialists; and GIS and CAD professionals. This combination of technical expertise and an understanding of policy make Straughan a highly competitive firm and a great place to advance your career.


Job Purpose

TEMPORARY POSITION/ 6-months with the possibility of extension / Located in Harford County

SHA requests the services of a qualified IEM to meet permit requirements for the above referenced project. The IEM on behalf of the MDE Nontidal Wetlands and Waterway Construction Divisions and USACE will work with the SHA Project Staff and Contractor to confirm that the approved plans and construction activities are performed in compliance with all regulatory permit conditions and commitments.


Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Perform duties of an Independent Environmental Monitor (IEM) to meet permit requirements for specified project in Harford County. The IEM on behalf of the MDE Nontidal Wetlands and Waterway Construction Divisions and USACE will work with the client Project Staff and Contractor to confirm that the approved plans and construction activities are performed in compliance with all regulatory permit conditions and commitments.
  • Report findings directly and concurrently to MDE Nontidal Wetlands and Waterway Construction Divisions, and USACE, notifying them and the client immediately of any reported or observed potential violations or non-compliance issues within the terms or conditions of the permit, the Water Quality Certification, or approved plans and specifications.
  • Review approved plans and monitor construction activities for compliance with all conditions of applicable permits and environmental regulations.
  • Review the Contractor’s environmental compliance implementation.
  • Notify the client of deficiencies in the compliance with the commitments, considerations, permits and approvals.
  • Document impacts to regulated resources by developing and maintaining a detailed tracking list of impacted resources.
  • Assist with the identification of ongoing opportunities for further avoidance and minimization of impacts to regulated environmental resources and protection of water quality.
  • Coordinate and attend any meetings involving resource or regulatory agencies, including the USACE, MDE, DNR, USFWS or EPA.
  • Maintain regular coordination with regulatory agencies and client representatives.
  • IEM will utilize specialized client format/portal for reporting.
  • Prepare a summary report of findings upon project completion.
  • IEM services will be performed up to 40 hours per week, unless otherwise directed and approved. Project construction and IEM inspections are anticipated to occur through December 2024 with the possibility of an extension.


Requirements:

Qualifications

Environmental Scientist with a minimum of five [5] years of experience with performing highway construction or erosion and sediment control inspections, performing wetland and stream monitoring, and/or wetland and stream restoration/mitigation monitoring.


Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by applicable law.

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
  • Must be able to traverse various types of terrain for extended periods of time
  • Physical ability to perform outdoor field work and in unpleasant field conditions
  • Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections

Straughan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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