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Dewberry

Entry Level Environmental Scientist

Danville, VA · On-site

$61K - $63K/yr

Required Skills & Required Experience * BS Degree in Environmental Science or Geology * 0 - 3 years ... Our entry-level program comes together on a regular basis for professional development events and ...

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Dewberry

Entry Level Environmental Scientist

Danville, VA · On-site

$61K - $63K/yr

Other duties as required. * BS Degree in Environmental Science or Geology * 0 - 3 years of related ... As an entry-level hire, you'll be part of a class of peers with 0-1 year of professional experience.

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Dewberry

Entry Level Environmental Scientist

Danville, VA · On-site

$61K - $63K/yr

Required Skills & Required Experience * BS Degree in Environmental Science or Geology * 0 - 3 years ... Our entry-level program comes together on a regular basis for professional development events and ...

GZA

$66K - $80K/yr

Entry Level Environmental Engineer/Scientist Requisition Number : ENTRY001515 * Posted : September ... Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or related field ...

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True Environmental

Environmental Scientist

New York, NY · On-site

$70K/yr

The candidate will assist with training entry level staff * Field work will include oversight of ... Science, Geology or related science degree * 2+ years of environmental consulting experience

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Entry Level Environmental Scientist

Panama City Beach, FL • On-site

Metric Engineering
Civil Engineering Construction • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about Metric Engineeringexternal

$66K - $87K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

  • Medical, dental & vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents available
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Holiday pay
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match
  • Basic life insurance
  • Optional life insurance
Professional Development Program
  • Formal education
  • Obtaining professional registrations
  • Participating in professional seminars and conferences
  • Professional society memberships
Current Job Openings

Position: Entry Level Environmental Scientist

Location: Panama City Beach, FL

Job Id: 340

# of Openings: 1

The Environmental Planning department of Metric Engineering, Inc. is seeking an entry level/junior Environmental Scientist with 0-3 years of professional experience for a full-time position. Desire for location in Northwest Florida but will consider candidates statewide who have demonstrated work experience.

The ideal candidate will possess a B.S or similar degree in environmental science or related field. The position involves assisting with environmental reviews, GIS, and technical reporting to support Federally funded transportation, disaster, low-income housing, and community development projects. Salary and benefits are industry competitive and the position entitles a hybrid work environment (mix of office, remote, and field).

Day-to-Day
  • Working with Metric Team across multiple projects and tasks
  • GIS analysis and Data Collection
  • Environmental documentation and background research
  • Technical report writing/editing
  • Field surveys and site inspections
  • Maintaining strict regulatory records
  • Managing official correspondence and public notifications
Required Qualifications
  • Education: B.S. or B.A. degree in natural or environmental sciences or planning (or similar field)
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills
Preferred Capabilities
  • Proficient with map data/ArcGIS
  • Familiarity with NEPA and/or HUD Grant Programs
EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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