Environmental Scientist

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Built on a foundation of excellence, Kleinfelder is committed to client-focused solutions. Through our depth of experience and thorough understanding of environmental, regulatory, economic, and civic conditions, we identify and address challenges with innovation and common-sense. Kleinfelder’s integrated, award-winning experts collaborate with clients to meet their objectives - from project inception through design and execution. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver. 

Position Overview

The Fishkill NY office has an immediate opening for an Environmental Scientist with 3 to 6 years of experience. The successful candidate will work with a dynamic team of environmental professionals to develop and implement innovative technical solutions for the projects.  

Responsibilities 

• Authoring technical reports, performing calculations, and conduct analyses.
• Federal, state, and local permit preparation.
• Planning and performing field investigations (natural resource surveys, sampling, and wetland delineations, in accordance with federal and state protocols).
• Communicating with staff.
• Ensuring quality execution.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, judgment and problem-solving capabilities to ensure compliance with relevant state/federal regulations and client-specific requirements. 

 Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of state and federal environmental laws and regulations.
• Experience with natural resource surveys (habitat assessment, wetland delineations, etc.).
• Experience with preparing reports, including but not limited to: Federal and State Permit Applications, etc., environmental impact statements, etc.).
• Strong written and data evaluation skills.

 Required:

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Biological, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy or related discipline; Masters in a relevant Biological field of study is a plus.
• Knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as effective oral and written communication skills.
• A demonstrated ability to follow direction and work independently, as well as, in a team environment and a positive professional attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as organization and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to prioritize effort and effectively be engaged on multiple projects at one time.
• Ability to work flexible work schedules and availability to meet priority deadlines.
• Ability to travel; valid driver’s license.
• Experience with a Trimble GPS and ArcGIS is a plus. 

Compensation

• Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. 

~ Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules) ~