Environmental Scientist

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist/Engineer in Macon, GA to support the U.S. Air Force’s Environmental Restoration Program. Responsibilities include providing advisory services, overseeing environmental investigations, developing project requirements, and managing technical teams. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and 3-10 years of experience in environmental restoration. Strong organizational and communication skills are required, along with U.S. citizenship and a security clearance.
We are looking for Senior Environmental Scientist/Engineer to assist with the U.S. Air Force’s Environmental Restoration Program. This support will provide Advisory and Assistance (A&AS) services to AFCEC/CZO and CZR.



Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Environmental Scientist/Engineer - Journeyman:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.



Environmental Scientist/Engineer - Journeyman Responsibilities Include:

Provide specialized advisory and assistance (A&AS) support services to the Air Force including:Air Force environmental restoration program management processesEnvironmental investigation and remediation contract oversightSafety briefings and accompanying remediation contractors into controlled areas and providing controlled area safety briefings.Development of statements of work and independent government estimates for environmental investigation and remediation contractsReviewing investigation and remediation contractor’s deliverables including work plans, investigation reports, and recurring performance reportsConducting data gap analysis using ERPIMS data and submitting Data Gap reportsDeveloping and refining current year and outyear project requirements to move sites toward site closure.Reviewing environmental investigation and remediation project schedulesUpdating Management Action Plans, Community Relations Plans, and other general Installation documents with the latest site cleanup information and status Assist with technical presentations to Air Force stakeholders in coordination with a variety of project stakeholders.Management of technical teams to include workload distribution and timely deliverable submittals.Interaction and correspondence with installation and AFCEC program managers Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Environmental Scientist/Engineer - Journeyman Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited discipline university in an Engineering or Scientific Discipline or related field is required. Substitution for master’s degree based on experience.Three (3) to ten (10) years of experience in environmental restoration accomplished under the Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA)Performance Based Remediation (PBR) and Optimized Remediation Contracts (ORC) experience with one or more Federal agenciesExperience with contract acquisition process including a variety of contract vehicles such as Air Force, GSA and USACEKnowledge of state and federal environmental regulations, Defense Environmental Restoration Program (DERP) and Federal Acquisition Regulations including investigation of sites, site cleanup, and site closure.Experience interacting with state and federal environmental regulatory agencies preferred.Strong organizational skills and excellent communication skills both oral and written.Experience using Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPointAbility to multitask and meet aggressive deadlines.U.S. Citizenship and DoD government security clearance NACI required,Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements,Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs (CNSP) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSP, visit cherokee-federal.com.



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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.



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As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active Secret clearance.