Environmental Scientist I​/II

Environmental Scientist I/II

Spheros Environmental is looking for a qualified Environmental Scientist to support water resources and watershed management projects predominately in the Midwest US. Depending on experience and competencies, there may be opportunities for project assignments elsewhere in the United States. Candidates with an educational and/or professional foundation that includes water quality, hydrology, GIS and watershed science and planning are strongly encouraged to apply.

Within several months, it is expected that the candidate will contribute meaningfully and profitably to projects with monitoring, mapping and data analysis components. The position requires a high degree of critical thinking and close collaboration with internal and external technical experts. Candidate must have the motivation to learn, grow professionally and work independently. Projects often require travel assignments that range from 1-2 days to a week.

Candidates must be legally eligible for employment in the United States.

$25-35/hour (negotiable depending on experience)

Springfield or Chicago, Illinois

• Water quality, hydrology and hydrogeology monitoring programs and field data acquisition.
• Manage surface and groundwater monitoring programs and scientific equipment and telemetry systems, including installation/deployment, calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting etc.
• Coordinate with other field technicians, project team members and project managers.
• Manage and maintain large datasets and perform data analysis and reporting.
• Perform watershed inventories and assessments requiring field surveys and GIS analysis.
• Assist with the development of watershed plans and scientific consulting reports: writing report sections, drafting maps, plots, tables and other figures.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental science, hydrology, water resources science, ecology or related discipline.
• One or more years of professional experience in the public or private sector is preferred.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and installing/maintaining scientific instruments, often with telemetry systems.
• Ability to independently learn and operate scientific equipment, understand and follow laboratory and field methods.
• Proficiency in MS Office and other Microsoft products, especially MS Excel (statistical programs such as R and Matlab are a strong plus).
• Proficiency in GIS – ESRI’s Arc Pro.
• Ability to manage, organize and analyze tabular and geospatial datasets.
• Basic knowledge of watershed planning and Best Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce nonpoint source pollution especially in agricultural settings.
• Some experience working with watershed stakeholders, and the agricultural sector.
• Strong verbal and technical writing and communication skills required.
• Responsive, capable of working independently and with a diversity of team members. Must be able to handle multiple tasks, often with competing priorities and work extended hours when required.
• Positive attitude, accept constructive critique, be flexible and self-motivated, growth mindset, and pay spectacular attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits:
  Range of $25-35/hour, with opportunities for bonuses, 401(k) contributions, and paid overtime.
• Professional Growth:
  Ongoing training, conference opportunities, and pathways to leadership and ownership roles.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Hybrid work options and flexible remote work opportunities in approved states.
• Inclusive Culture:
  We are an equal opportunity employer that fosters a diverse and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities to provide clients with services from all of Spheros Environmental practice areas.

Apply today! Spheros Environmental is an equal-opportunity employer.