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Element Materials Technology

Administrative Assistant

Bend, OR · On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

Element Bend is known for its focus, expertise, and scientific contributions in the field of E&L ... Enter and maintain accurate data within Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), including creating purchase ...

Element Materials Technology

Administrative Assistant

Bend, OR · On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

Element Bend is known for its focus, expertise, and scientific contributions in the field of E&L ... Enter and maintain accurate data within Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), including creating purchase ...

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How much do data science associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for data science associate in Prineville, OR is $68,495.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,400.00 and $59,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a data science associate?

Data Science Associates are early-career professionals who support data-driven projects by collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting large datasets. They typically work under the guidance of more experienced data scientists and help build predictive models, generate reports, and provide insights to inform business decisions. This role often requires proficiency in programming languages like Python or R, familiarity with statistical methods, and strong problem-solving skills. Data Science Associates play a crucial part in transforming raw data into actionable information for organizations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data science associate?

To thrive as a Data Science Associate, you need strong analytical skills, a solid foundation in statistics and mathematics, and proficiency in programming languages like Python or R, often supported by a degree in data science, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with machine learning frameworks, data visualization tools, and database systems such as SQL is typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and collaboration skills help you translate complex data insights into actionable business strategies. These skills are vital for extracting meaningful value from data and supporting data-driven decision-making within organizations.

How does a data science associate typically collaborate with other departments or teams within an organization?

Data Science Associates frequently work cross-functionally, partnering with teams such as engineering, product management, and business analytics to understand project requirements, share findings, and implement data-driven solutions. Collaboration often involves translating complex data results into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project goals and deliverables. This role requires strong communication skills, as associates routinely participate in meetings, present analyses, and gather feedback to refine their models or analyses. Effective teamwork helps ensure that data science initiatives support broader business objectives.

What is the difference between Data Science Associate vs Data Analyst?

AspectData Science AssociateData Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field; some roles prefer certifications in data analysis or programmingBachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or related field; often no advanced certifications required
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with data scientists and engineers; involved in building models and algorithmsFocuses on data collection, cleaning, and reporting; supports decision-making
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in tech, finance, healthcare, and consulting firms for data-driven projectsCommon across various industries for business insights and reporting

The Data Science Associate role typically involves more technical work like building models and applying machine learning, whereas Data Analysts focus on interpreting data and creating reports. Both roles require strong analytical skills, but Data Science Associates often have a deeper understanding of programming and statistical modeling.

What can I do with an associate's degree in data science?

A Data Science Associate with an associate's degree can work as a data analyst, supporting data collection, cleaning, and basic analysis using tools like Excel, SQL, and Python. They often assist in generating reports, visualizations, and insights under supervision, and may pursue certifications to advance into more specialized roles.

What cities near Prineville, OR are hiring for Data Science Associate jobs?

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Infographic showing various Data Science Associate job openings in Prineville, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,495 per year, or $32.9 per hour.

Wetland and Permitting Specialist

Bend, OR • On-site

Environmental Science Associates
Environmental Consulting Services • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm. We plan, design, permit, mitigate, and restore for projects across our communities, infrastructure systems, open spaces, and wildlands. We are 50 years strong in 21 offices across California, the Pacific Northwest, and the Southeastern United States.
ESA seeks a highly motivated Wetland Scientist and Permitting Specialist to join our Pacific Northwest Biological Resources and Land Management team. Our ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience in wetland science and permitting in Washington and Oregon, but candidates with 5+ years of experience who meet the qualifications will also be considered. This is a salaried, full-time exempt role. Qualified candidates must be able and willing to work hybrid (1-2 days a week) from one of our Northwest Office Locations including: Seattle, Portland, & Bend. Some travel required for in-person team collaboration, project visits, and field work as needed.
We are interested in proactive candidates who have strong experience in one or more of the following: wetland and aquatic resource delineations, mitigation planning, preparing reports and applications for local, state, and federal permits coupled with experience and field work in botany, soil science, fisheries biology, wildlife ecology, and habitat restoration ecology. Technical writing skills are strongly preferred. This is a mid-level opportunity focused on collaboration with senior technical staff and helping to grow early-career staff, quality, outstanding internal and external client service, and being part of a team with a passion to do great work and have fun together.
Who You Are
  • A Scientist and Permitting Specialist with at least 5 years of experience in the Northwest collecting, analyzing, and presenting in writing ecological data and environmental documentation to support projects and obtain regulatory permits and approvals.
  • You have experience developing and leading wetland and aquatic resources studies, with some experience in one or more of the biological disciplines ESA projects require, including botany, fisheries biology, wildlife ecology, and habitat restoration ecology. Certifications and training in one or more of these disciplines are a plus.
  • You have served as the primary or contributing author on a variety of environmental documents such as Wetland and Stream Reports, critical area reports, Biological Assessments for Endangered Species Act consultations, habitat mitigation plans, strategic plans for watershed management, fish passage barrier assessments, and permit applications such as Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Applications and Joint Permit Applications.
  • You have excellent writing and communication skills. You are known for preparing documents that are clear, concise, well-written and supported.
  • You have led field survey efforts and data collection for environmental projects and possess the ability to work with multiple teams and complex schedules
  • You have experience drafting scopes of work for Senior level review on small to complex projects, including identifying necessary tasks, preparing task descriptions, and estimating the associated level of effort.
  • You hold a bachelor's and/or master's degree in biology or a related environmental or ecological field.
  • You can safely operate, load, and transport equipment and gear, and cross fences, creeks, and other obstacles. Experience with digital field data collection tools such as GPS, ArcGIS Collector/Field Maps, Fulcrum, Survey 123 is desired, but not required.
  • You work collaboratively with clients and interdisciplinary teams to deliver high quality work products according to scopes, schedules, and budgets. You are an effective team member and communicator who contributes constructively and cooperatively to solve project and team challenges.
  • You are able to work hybrid primarily in one of our NW offices in Seattle, Portland, or Bend with some days working remotely if you choose.

What You Will Do for ESA
  • As an Wetland Scientist and Permitting Specialist, you will serve as field lead or crew member performing field surveys and will be the primary author of environmental documents including technical memoranda, biological assessments/habitat evaluations, scientific discipline reports, habitat mitigation plans, and impact evaluations to support resource-related permit applications, including in support of Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act.
  • You will apply your technical skills and permitting knowledge to natural resources projects. You will serve as a technical specialist, participating in environmental analyses and coordinating with key team members, including senior and junior staff, subconsultants, and clients. Lead the preparation and implementation of biological field studies. This includes field studies such as wetland delineations, vegetation classification and habitat mapping, stream habitat assessment, fish passage barrier assessment, nesting bird surveys, endangered species occurrence, and water quality sampling. You will produce technical work and written products that are clear, concise, and well supported.
  • You may serve as a Project Manager, Deputy Project Manager, or Task Lead depending on complexity of project. You will demonstrate a clear understanding of project management principles and practices, including managing your work to the scope, budget, and schedule. You will proactively and constructively communicate to successfully navigate project or scope challenges that may arise. You will also take the initiative and resolve issues to assure client needs are met effectively, lead and advise on all aspects of project implementation, including the development of permitting strategies, provide QA/QC of work processes and deliverables, and lead teams completing technical studies that support permitting efforts.
  • You thrive in a fast-paced, exciting, and challenging environment and are able to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines, while working on a team or independently.
  • You enjoy fieldwork and can walk long distances carrying a backpack; and are able to lift at least 50 pounds. You are confident working outside, in remote and rural settings, as well as in urban environments. Physical outdoor work may include, but may not be limited to, work in all types of weather, traversing uneven ground and sometimes steep terrain in forested environments, fields, arid lands, along stream banks, and in coastal/intertidal areas. You may be exposed to inclement weather and uncomfortable working conditions. Some night and/or weekend work may be required. Field work is expected to be approx. 40% with 60% in at home/office work.
  • Driving needs: You possess a valid driver's license with a clean DMV record.
  • Other ad-hoc tasks as needed

What's Special About Our Biological Resources & Land Management Team
Our Biological Resources & Land Management Team includes Wetland Biologists, Fisheries Biologists, Wildlife Ecologists, Environmental Scientists, Conservation/Climate Planning Specialists, and Permitting Specialists who provide expertise for many agencies in Washington, Oregon and across the Northwest. Our work matters because it helps communities shape a positive future for their citizens. We value creative thinking, teamwork, and multi-disciplinary and cross disciplinary engagement and integration.
What's Special About ESA
Joining ESA means becoming part of a close-knit team of employee-owners who contribute to outstanding projects, improve environmental stewardship, and advance a more sustainable and resilient future for our communities and wild places.
At ESA, we provide benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance (paid at 70% for you AND your family), annual allocations of company share through our ESOP, a 401(k) plan with company match, and paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, to name a few.
We also provide specific programs whether you want to further your technical expertise, sharpen your business acumen, or help lead the next generation of employee-owners. We want to support you in reaching your career goals through tuition reimbursement, professional development bonuses, and attendance at conferences.
ESA has established multiple pay ranges tailored to the economic factors in the geographies in which ESA staff reside. For this position, the range is approximately as listed based on our anticipated hiring locations as noted in the above job details. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including but not limited to an individual's related experience, education, skills, and the city in which the applicant lives.
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$77,079-$107,054 USD
Who We Are
We are a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm who values diversity and inclusion and celebrate the differences that make each of us unique. Our culture is built on mutual respect, recognizing that our variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives leads to better solutions, which fosters our continued success for our employee-owners and clients.
In accordance with ESA's duty and responsibility to provide and maintain a safe workplace that is free of known hazards and to minimize the exposure to potential hazards, any employee who works from an ESA office or conducts any other in-person ESA work-related activity is required to submit their proof of vaccination status or have received an approved exemption and accommodation in states which this applies.
Please note: We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes from agencies
If you are an applicant with a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability-or unable to use-the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Human Resources Department via email: humanresources@esassoc.com for assistance.
Please include the following in your message so we can promptly address your request:
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ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. (EOE M/V/F/D)

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