Water Quality Specialist/Environmental Scientist

Bhate Environmental Associates, Inc. is hiring a Water Quality Specialist/Environmental Scientist in Las Vegas, NV. The role involves supporting environmental compliance, collecting stormwater samples, managing permit compliance, and preparing reports. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience and a degree in environmental science or a related field. The position requires good communication skills and the ability to work independently. This is a full-time, onsite position.
Job Type: Water Quality Specialist/Environmental Scientist

Reports to: Director of Environmental Compliance

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Bhate is seeking a Water Quality Specialist and/or Environmental Scientist that will be supporting our Environmental Compliance group. The candidate will report to the Compliance Program Manager. This position involves a diverse set of roles and responsibilities to support environmental compliance efforts, prepare reports and other documents, process invoices, and any other job duties assigned.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:
• Collect periodic stormwater samples
• Track and record weather events for stormwater sampling recordkeeping
• Perform stormwater inspections (outfalls and facilities) and evaluations
• Manage stormwater and wastewater permit compliance schedules
• Assess compliance with permit requirements
• Prepare NPDES reports
• Prepare NPDES permit applications
• Prepare stormwater plans
• Respond regulatory inquiries
• Travel to multiple locations within Las Vegas, NV, area
• Prepare monthly activity reports
• Support Air Quality, Hazardous Waste, Hazardous Materials Programs, as needed.
• All other duties as assigned
• Minimum Job Requirements:
• Experience with Nevada stormwater and wastewater permit regulations and permits
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Good problem-solving skills and able to work well independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft (MS Word and Excel)
• Able to work independently
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Pass government background check
• Physically able to walk through uneven terrain and industrial areas and perform some heavy lifting (less than 50 lbs)
• Physically able to work outside during rainfall events
• Experience with Government data management systems preferred

Education and Experience:
• 3 to 5 years of experience preferably in stormwater permit compliance, stormwater permit application preparation, stormwater inspections, and data management
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, or related field

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply today and bring your expertise to a company where your work truly matters!

Why Join Us?
• Be part of a growing company solving environmental challenges.
• Work on fast-paced projects supporting local economic growth.
• Enjoy a collaborative and innovative work environment with opportunities for career growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package tailored to your experience and skills.

Job Type: Full Time

Competitive compensation and benefits are available and will be determined based on related experience and knowledge.

Bhate is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company DescriptionBhate Environmental Associates, Inc. is an environmental solutions company using state-of-the-art technologies to solve problems. Our family of employees focuses on a collective commitment to each of our clients. We believe in collaboration, robust training, outstanding compensation, benefits to staff and, always, quality work. Our team, located in 10 offices in the US and abroad, provides the following core services:
Environmental Compliance
Investigations/Studies
Remedial Design/Remedial Action
UXO/MEC
Abatement/Recycling
Construction
Renovation
Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization
Design Build
Design Bid/Build
Horizontal and Vertical
Energy
Life-cycle and Analyses
Energy Conservation Measures (ECM) Analysis
Cogeneration
CADD/GIS
Safety
Hazard Evaluations

Bhate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other