On-Call Environmental Scientist SD

Eocene Environmental Group is seeking an On-Call Environmental Scientist in Rapid City, SD. The role involves conducting environmental services such as wetland delineations, permitting, and inspections. Key responsibilities include field sampling, data collection, and report writing. The position requires 25-50% travel and may involve working independently or in teams. Candidates should have relevant knowledge or a willingness to learn about environmental projects.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports To: Project Manager

Job Type: On-Call, Variable-Time

About Eocene Environmental Group:

Our team has spent the past two decades providing environmental, utility vegetation management (UVM), software and sustainability services. We are fortunate to be a part of the Wright Service Corp. family, which has helped us establish a strong foundation for continued growth and success.

Through a strategic alignment of values and goals, four Wright Service Corp. entities joined and integrated into one, operating as Eocene Environmental Group. These four entities are:
• Forestry & Utility Division
• Environmental Division
• Technology & Innovation Division
• Sustainability Division

JOB SUMMARY: The On-Call Environmental Scientist I is responsible for participating in a wide range of projects. The successful candidate will have the knowledge, experience, and/or willingness to learn how to successfully provide clients with a variety of environmental services including wetland delineations, restorations, permitting, design, and mitigation projects.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:
• Perform wetland delineation/monitoring, threatened and endangered species/habitat regulatory compliance activities, regulatory environmental consultation activities and environmental inspections for construction monitoring
• Perform field sampling, data collection, compiling and organizing field data, field equipment operation, completing daily reports, photo documenting site conditions, flagging rare plant populations for avoidance, and other field activities associated with environmental projects
• Responsible for writing professional/technical documents and reports
• Quantitative and qualitative evaluation of wetlands and other ecological communities
• Written documentation of compliance/non-compliance with resource protection measures
• Ensure operating procedure management tasks are recorded and standardized
• Create a workflow planning schedule; ensure task completion in accordance with the project timeline
• Work independently and/or in a team setting on projects ranging from small to medium and assist senior staff on larger projects
• Liaison between clients and regulatory agencies, using effective, clear, and accurate communication skills
• Maintain familiarity with how various client needs are prioritized and capitalized.
• Assist in conducting the appropriate training/research for a project. Scope out tasks needed to complete projects and meet/exceed client needs
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
• Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wrights and Eocene Environmental Group's culture of safety and employee ownership
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Position requires 25-50% travel. Some overnight travel may be required
• Travel will vary seasonally based on specific project needs and can range from in-state to regional/national

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or related/similar field
• 1-2 years of experience in the environmental field
• Effective and concise communication and professional writing skills
• Highly organized and independently motivated
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Familiarity with key environmental regulations and permitting processes, including the Clean Water Act (Sections 401/404), Endangered Species Act, NEPA, and Clean Air Act
• Knowledge of USACE Wetland Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements
• Understanding of EPA programs and regulations (e.g., Brownfields, NPDES, RCRA, SPCC)
• Ability to explain environmental regulations; natural resources permitting experience is a plus
• Experience with wetland delineation, mitigation, restoration, and monitoring
• Experience conducting biological surveys (botanical, avian/raptor, bat)
• Knowledge of Environmental Management Systems (EMSs) and hazardous materials/waste inspections (including lead, asbestos, radon)
• Familiarity with regional ecology (Great Plains/Midwest habitats, soils, vegetation)
• Experience in natural areas and conservation restoration practices.
• Proficient with ArcGIS Pro, Field Maps, Survey123, and GPS field data collection
• Able to operate mid-sized equipment such as UTVs

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to carry field equipment during outdoor work, including backpack, spade shovel, soil probe, handheld GPS equipment
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions in outdoor environments
• Prolonged periods of standing or walking, including long distances in irregular and/or uneven terrain

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.