Environmental Specialist

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech, Inc is currently seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Entry-Level Environmental Specialist to support environmental consulting projects across a range of sectors, including regulatory compliance, field investigations, environmental permitting, and reporting. This position is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional who is eager to build a career in environmental consulting and contribute to meaningful projects that support responsible development and environmental stewardship.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.

Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

The Environmental Specialist will work under the guidance of experienced staff and project managers to assist with field work, data collection, technical documentation, and client deliverables. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Support preparation of technical reports, permit applications, compliance documents, and environmental deliverables.
• Collect, organize, and analyze environmental data in support of project requirements.
• Conduct literature and regulatory research related to environmental permitting and compliance.
• Maintain accurate field notes, logs, and project documentation.
• Follow health, safety, and quality assurance protocols during field and office work.
• Support senior staff with project coordination, scheduling, and client communication as needed.
• Travel to project sites as required for field assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Geology, Natural Resources, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience, including internships, co-ops, or field research.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to organize information, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather and field conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and by email in field and office settings.
• A Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

• Interest in NEPA, CEQA, ESA, CWA.

• Occasional travel, including day travel and overnight stays (approx. 25-50% of travel required).
• Ability to lift, carry, and transport field equipment and supplies, typically up to 25-50 pounds.
• Exposure to uneven terrain, mud, rocks, standing water, vegetation, and other natural site hazards may occur. Noise, vibration, odors, and airborne dust may be present at some project sites.
• Personal protective equipment may be required depending on site conditions and project scope. Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility vests, steel-toe boots, and respiratory protection if needed.
• Ability to walk, stand, and/or hike for extended periods, often on uneven or rough terrain. Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach as needed during field activities.
• Ability to sit for extended periods when performing office-based tasks such as report writing, data entry, and analysis.

• Fieldwork may occur outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, snow, and dust. Field locations may include construction sites, industrial facilities, undeveloped land, wetlands, streams, roadways, or remote project areas.
• Work may involve exposure to traffic, heavy equipment, moving machinery, or active construction operations.
• Position is based out of the Ranco Cordova, CA or Phoenix, AZ office location. Potential of a hybrid work arrangement but the candidate must reside within 20 miles of the local office. This arrangement is subject to review and may change at the company's discretion.

• Full-time, Monday through Friday work schedule (40 hours). Hours may vary based on project demands, weather conditions, or client…