Environmental Compliance Scientist - Project Scientist
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$80000 - $105000 per year |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Bismarck, North Dakota |
About this job
Job Description
Environmental Compliance Scientist - Project Scientist
Earth Systems, an EnviroTrac Company
Location: Bismarck, North Dakota
Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Build a Career That Makes an Environmental Impact
Earth Systems, an EnviroTrac Company, is a leading environmental consulting firm providing environmental compliance, permitting, site assessments, remediation, and technical consulting services to commercial, industrial, municipal, energy, mining, agricultural, and government clients throughout the Upper Midwest.
We're looking for an Environmental Compliance Scientist who enjoys solving complex environmental challenges, building strong client relationships, and delivering practical, science-based solutions. Whether you're conducting field investigations, preparing environmental permits, managing projects, or helping clients navigate evolving environmental regulations, you'll play a key role in protecting natural resources while supporting responsible development.
This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional seeking a diverse consulting career with opportunities for technical growth, project management, and long-term career advancement.
Position Summary
The Environmental Compliance Scientist provides technical expertise in environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, site assessments, environmental investigations, and project management. This position manages multiple consulting projects while helping clients maintain compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Success in this role requires strong technical skills, sound judgment, effective communication, and the ability to manage projects from proposal through completion while delivering exceptional client service.
Key Responsibilities
Environmental Compliance & Permitting
- Prepare and submit environmental permit applications, regulatory reports, and technical documentation.
- Assist clients in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
- Prepare documentation including:
- Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs)
- NPDES permit applications and Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs)
- Air emissions inventories
- Tier II and Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) reports
- Hazardous and non-hazardous waste reports
- Interpret and apply environmental regulations including:
- Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
- Clean Air Act (CAA)
- Clean Water Act (CWA)
- Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)
- Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
- North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality (NDDEQ) regulations and permitting requirements
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies during permitting, inspections, and compliance activities.
- Monitor regulatory changes and provide clients with practical compliance guidance.
Environmental Consulting & Field Services