Environmental Scientist - Entry Level

Environmental Scientist - Entry Level Full Time Wall Township, NJ, US 7 days ago Requisition ID: 1101 Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $65,000.00 Annually Overview Founded in 1962, PS&S has evolved into a unique best‑in‑class architecture, engineering, surveying, and environmental consulting firm, providing design and consultation services to a wide range of public, corporate, institutional, and commercial clients. Recognized both for our breadth of services and depth of expertise, PS&S is the single source for planning, permitting and design at the local, state, and federal levels. PS&S is proud to be named NJBIZ Best Places to Work NJ 2025. Position Summary Seeking an entry level professional to support various groups, performing various environmental services, including field and office work associated with site characterization/remediation projects and general environmental compliance and regulatory permitting. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively in a multi‑disciplined environment on a variety of project types and scales. The candidate will be highly motivated, outgoing, and a resourceful team player to complement our team. This position will be based out of our Wall, NJ office. Projects and assignments will likely extend across southern NJ. Responsibilities Conduct field work consisting of site assessments/surveys, compliance inspections, sampling of soil, groundwater, stormwater, vapor, sediments and data gathering activities. Maintain field notes and fieldwork documentation; prepare field sketches and prepare and submit field reports for project manager/client/regulatory review. Assist project team in preparing permit applications and regulatory submittals. Knowledge and/or desire to learn NJ and federal (e.g. USACE and USEPA) environmental regulatory programs is important. Qualifications and Requirements Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. A Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, engineering, or related field is required. Master's degree is a plus. At least 0-3 years of relevant work experience. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) 40‑Hour training certification required. (Training provided if necessary). Skills in MS Word and MS Excel. AutoCAD or ArcGIS experience is a plus. Skills in NYSDEC and NJDEP databases (GeoWeb, Dataminer) is a plus. Ability to work independently; troubleshooting/problem solving skills are a plus. The Ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about learning environmental regulations as they apply to brownfield site remediation, spill prevention, stormwater management, air permitting and other site remediation and compliance issues. Frequent travel and/or field work to our clients’ sites within NJ (Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation required) Ability and willingness to support various groups and manage a variety of parallel tasks. What We Offer We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our career mapping, ongoing training, and career development program. We foster an up‑beat, creative, and fun environment. We give you the flexibility needed to do your best work with several work options including hybrid on‑site, and remote on some occasions. We offer competitive compensation along with an expansive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision benefits, life insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more. *Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, peer and market data, and geographic location. PS&S, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the communities we serve and where everyone feels respected and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. Together we are committed to building and supporting a culture where difference and inclusion are welcomed, embraced, and valued. We look to continually diversify our team and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr