Environmental Scientist

Environmental Scientist I – Fullerton, California.

• Responsible for assisting municipal, utility, industrial, and commercial clients with stormwater planning and compliance efforts associated with Phase I and II Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permits, the Construction General Permit (CGP), and Industrial General Permit (IGP).
• Interpret complex regulatory permits, assist clients with regulatory compliance, prepare technical reports, conduct environmental compliance inspections and sampling, and complete high‑quality deliverables on time and within budget.
• Assist environmental sampling, testing, and observations (primarily surface water, stormwater, groundwater, wastewater).

• Interpret regulatory permits and formulate compliance strategies.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and documents (watershed management plans, stormwater management plans, annual reports, non‑stormwater discharge source assessments, adaptive management plans, compliance guidance documents, compliance reports, rain and sampling event summary reports, SWPPPs, WQMPs, etc.).
• Perform construction site and facility environmental compliance inspections (QSP, QISP, FOG).
• Conduct environmental sampling, testing, and observations (primarily surface water, stormwater, groundwater, wastewater, soils, and sediments).
• Make field observations and perform data measurement and collection assignments.
• Data management and analysis (compilation, manipulation, and evaluation of data).
• Perform maintenance and calibration of environmental monitoring instruments, meters, probes, and automated sampling equipment.
• Develop and implement monitoring and reporting plans and field studies.
• Perform regulatory and water quality data analyses.

• BS degree in Environmental Science, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets and data management (e.g., Microsoft Excel).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, etc.).
• Experience using ESRI Arc Map/ArcGIS Pro/ArcGIS Online software.
• Ability to learn new software and technologies.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze plans, technical manuals, and permits.
• Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Good interpersonal skills for team collaboration.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task, prioritize, and take direction.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑motivation and ability to work productively without supervision.
• Proactive, self‑starter mentality; takes initiative.
• Positive attitude and teamwork.
• Ability to kneel, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid California driver’s license and insurable driving record.

• MS, PhD, or other advanced degree(s) in related fields.
• Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP).
• CPSWQ/CPESC certification.
• QSD or QSP and QISP certifications.
• Knowledge of stormwater permitting and planning; water quality monitoring; BMPs; and environmental compliance inspections.
• Membership in professional practice organizations (e.g., ASCE, ACEC, APWA).
• Involvement in outreach and community service activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Proficiency in ESRI Arc Map/ArcGIS Pro/ArcGIS Online software.

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