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Master's Degree in environmental science, public administration, communications, project management ... The Ideal Coastal Resiliance Specialist will have the following: * Experience supporting Federal ...

Bachelor's or Master's degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, or related field. * 3+ ... Knowledge of marine/coastal ecosystems and ESA-listed species. * Strong analytical and critical ...

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Project Environmental Professional

Irvine, CA ยท On-site +1

$130K - $150K/yr

We are seeking a Project Environmental Scientist, Engineer, or Geologist to support the management ... day remote/ hybrid schedule SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SOCOTEC is an Equal ...

... remote work environment. These Team Leader assignments will be held in conjunction with the ... Bachelor's and/or advanced degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science ...

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How much do remote coastal environmental science jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote coastal environmental science in the United States is $84,123.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote coastal environmental scientist?

A Remote Coastal Environmental Scientist is a professional who studies and monitors coastal environments, such as beaches, estuaries, and wetlands, while working remotely rather than on-site. They use technology, including satellite data, geographic information systems (GIS), and remote sensing, to analyze environmental changes, assess habitat health, and recommend sustainable management practices. Their work helps protect coastal ecosystems from threats like erosion, pollution, and climate change, often collaborating with government agencies, NGOs, and research institutions. The role typically requires a background in environmental science, marine biology, or a related field, along with strong data analysis and technical skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote coastal environmental scientist?

To thrive as a Remote Coastal Environmental Scientist, you need a solid background in environmental science, marine ecology, and data analysis, typically supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with GIS software, remote sensing tools, and environmental monitoring systems is commonly required. Strong problem-solving, communication, and self-motivation are crucial soft skills for managing projects independently and collaborating with remote teams. These skills enable effective research, accurate environmental assessments, and successful project outcomes in challenging coastal environments.

What are some of the unique challenges faced when working remotely in coastal environmental science, and how can they be addressed?

Working remotely in coastal environmental science often means relying heavily on digital tools and remote sensing technologies to monitor and analyze coastal ecosystems. One common challenge is limited access to on-site data collection, which can make it difficult to observe real-time environmental changes. To address this, professionals frequently collaborate with field teams, use satellite imagery, and leverage data from local partners or citizen scientists. Building strong communication skills and staying current with remote data collection methods are essential for success in this role.
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Infographic showing various Remote Coastal Environmental Science job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,123 per year, or $40.4 per hour.

Environmental Compliance Scientist 3

Apex Companies

Lakewood, CO โ€ข On-site, Remote

$75K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 4 days ago


Job description

Apex's Rockies Division is expanding and is looking forย an Environmentalย Complianceย Scientist.ย ย The ideal candidate is highly organized,ย detail-orientedย and has the technical compliance skills needed toย supportย projects.ย 

Your Responsibilities as an Environmentalย Complianceย Scientistย 3:

  • Collect groundwater samples forย dewatering andย baseline water quality.ย ย 
  • Support preparationย of environmentalย permits and reports forย projects, facilities, and operations forย variousย clients.ย ย 
  • High degree of technical competencyย with completing baseline water quality sampling in Coloradoย and/orย Wyoming.ย 
  • Familiarity with NPDES permitting in Colorado and/orย Wyoming.ย ย 
  • Provide technical oversight and mentor scientific staff to ensure quality work products.ย Conduct water quality sampling and prepare environmental compliance reports and technical deliverables.ย 
  • Client interactionย includesย onsite and virtual client meetings.ย ย 
  • Strongย track recordย ofย field work,ย proposal development and managing project deliverables,ย schedulesย and budgets.ย ย 
  • Understanding ofย environmental legislation and regulations andย determineย impact on client activities.ย 
  • Define and developย your own professional growthย with mentoring fromย projectย managers.ย 
  • Flexible working conditions. Inย office,ย hybridย or remote. Occasional office meetings.ย 

What we're looking for:

  • BS inย chemical, environmental or civil engineering,ย geology,ย environmentalย science, or another related field.ย 
  • 4+ย years ofย environmental consulting or industryย experience.ย ย 
  • Adept atย conductingย baseline water qualityย and dewateringย sampling followingย Colorado and Wyoming guidelines.ย ย ย 
  • Proficient at independentlyย researching,ย reviewing,ย andย guiding compliance withย environmental regulations at aย federal,ย stateย andย localย level;ย includingย NPDES &ย discharge permitting.ย 
  • Experienceย withย water sampling for groundwater and/or surface water.ย 
  • Abilityย toย multi-task andย solve problemsย whileย maintainingย qualityย and manage your own time.ย ย 
  • Strong communicationย skills, and collaborative workย ethic.ย ย 
  • Strong safety awareness, and an understanding of safe work practices.ย 
  • Excellentย writingย andย proficiencyย with Microsoft Office suite areย required.ย ย 
  • Valid driver'sย license andย a good drivingย history areย required.ย ย 
  • Experience supporting clients with Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) regulatory complianceย 

Why you'll love working for us:

  • Company-subsidized medical and dental.
  • Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
  • 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
  • Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
  • Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
  • Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
  • 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.
Apex Job Title: Scientist 3 - Sr Project Scientist

Req ID: 11846