Environmental Scientist Job at LaBella Associates
If you're passionate about the design and function of the built environment, find beauty in and want to protect the natural environment, and want to work with others that feel the same, join our team! LaBella's multi-disciplinary team of architects, designers, engineers, managers, and environmental scientists work every day to make our world more functional, beautiful, and safe.
LaBella is an employee-owned firm with annual accolades for workplace culture, growth, ethics, and philanthropy. We cultivate each employee's growth, expand our expertise, and bring out the best in every client project.
Job Overview
are currently hiring Environmental Scientist / Wetland Scientist positions with 0-2 or more years of experience for our Poughkeepsie, NY Office. The position will be in our Environmental Permitting and Compliance Group to work as Ecological Monitors on a transmission project. The work duties will be mainly endangered species monitoring, but may also include Environmental Construction Compliance inspections, and Wetland Delineations. Currently the project is for a two-year term seasonal project, (April-November 2022 and April-November 2023), working up to six days/week for up to 12 hour days. This is an excellent opportunity for entry level environmental scientists to gain valuable experience working on a major construction project while monitoring for endangered species. There may be the potential for some staff who show demonstrate strong skills, dedication, and a willingness to work throughout New York or the northeast, to be hired as permanent employees at LaBella.
A successful candidate will be self- motivated with the willingness to learn, train, and continue building their knowledge through training, experience, and classes in the environmental science and/or engineering industry.
The positions will be $25 per hour and a vehicle will likely be provided for fieldwork.
Responsibilities
Benefits
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.
LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.
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LaBella is an employee-owned firm with annual accolades for workplace culture, growth, ethics, and philanthropy. We cultivate each employee's growth, expand our expertise, and bring out the best in every client project.
Job Overview
are currently hiring Environmental Scientist / Wetland Scientist positions with 0-2 or more years of experience for our Poughkeepsie, NY Office. The position will be in our Environmental Permitting and Compliance Group to work as Ecological Monitors on a transmission project. The work duties will be mainly endangered species monitoring, but may also include Environmental Construction Compliance inspections, and Wetland Delineations. Currently the project is for a two-year term seasonal project, (April-November 2022 and April-November 2023), working up to six days/week for up to 12 hour days. This is an excellent opportunity for entry level environmental scientists to gain valuable experience working on a major construction project while monitoring for endangered species. There may be the potential for some staff who show demonstrate strong skills, dedication, and a willingness to work throughout New York or the northeast, to be hired as permanent employees at LaBella.
A successful candidate will be self- motivated with the willingness to learn, train, and continue building their knowledge through training, experience, and classes in the environmental science and/or engineering industry.
The positions will be $25 per hour and a vehicle will likely be provided for fieldwork.
Responsibilities
- Perform species monitoring for Transmission line construction.
- Assist in conducting wetland delineation field work including GPS point acquisition and wetland data collection.
- Complete SWPPP inspections and perform environmental monitoring during active construction projects. NYSDEC Erosion and Sediment Control (EnS) 4 hour course a plus.
- Communicate findings to team leaders or managers and evaluate environmental risk.
- Independently manage assignments and meet project deliverable schedules.
- Work Six (6) days a week, 12-hour days to meet contractor schedule
- 0-2 years of experience preferred; potential for entry level position
- BS in Wildlife, Environmental Science, Natural Resources or related field of study.
- Experience creating maps and interpreting data in GIS.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environmental team environment.
- Good verbal, technical written, communication, and time management skills are essential.
- NYSDEC Erosion and Sediment Control (EnS) and 4 hour course a plus.
Benefits
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Health/Dental Insurance
- 401k Plan with Employer Match
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Leadership Development Program
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
- Wellness Program
- Team Building Events
- Community Service Events
LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.
LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.
Please Note :
blog.nvalabs.org is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, blog.nvalabs.org provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.