At WestLand Engineering and Environmental Services, a Trinity Consultants team, we are driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared commitment to the work that we do. As part of Trinity Consultants' Water and Ecology division, we tackle complex environmental challenges, blending expertise in environmental consulting, wetlands, cultural resources, GIS, landscape architecture, and engineering.

WestLand empowers our teams to develop their unique skills while fostering career growth within a company that is large enough to offer diverse opportunities yet agile enough to value individual contributions. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do-our professionals work together on meaningful and impactful projects, delivering solutions that help clients navigate regulatory complexities and see positive project outcomes. Make a difference with us at WestLand!

WestLand is adding a full-time Environmental Specialist to support our environmental consulting practice across the Southwest. WestLand specializes in the technical and procedural requirements necessary for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Clean Water Act, and the Endangered Species Act. Our biological resources practice includes development of natural resource management plans; conducting ecological investigations and base-line studies; and mitigation planning, design, and implementation.

What will I be doing?

• Developing Environmental planning and permitting compliance documents
• Managing, analyzing, and interpreting data.
• Managing and training field crews including collecting field data, communicating safety protocols, and scheduling field work.
• Conducting field surveys and investigations.
• Keeping up with the latest changes to regulatory policies and best practices.

What qualifications are required for this role?

• Master's degree in environmental science or related field preferred. A bachelor's degree and relevant experience may substitute for an advanced degree.
• Experienced in writing, analyzing, and reviewing technical reports. that may include methods and results of statistical analysis.
• Experienced in managing fieldwork, analysis, and report production.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulations, guidance, and approaches to environmental analyses relevant to Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and National Environmental Policy Act.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook
• Demonstrated technical writing capabilities
• Demonstrated research capabilities

The wage range for this position is $52,000 - $68,000 annually.

What does WestLand offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package: 9 paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full-time employees. Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities for most roles.
• Multidisciplinary environment: Unique, creative, and challenging projects where you can develop your vision of clientele and work with industry leaders daily.
• Success-oriented environment: Two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish work, tuition reimbursement, and a career-path structure to help you reach the next steps in your career.
• Collaborative work environment: Clear and frequent communication, shared information and ideas across teams, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.

WestLand is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.

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