Environmental Scientist

Location: Anchorage, Alaska/On-site Non-remote Pay: $85,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year DOE Environmental Compliance Consultants, Inc. (ECC) is seeking a Mid-Level Environmental Scientist to join our growing team in Anchorage, Alaska. This in‑office/in‑person position is ideal for an experienced environmental professional with a strong background in fieldwork, groundwater and soil sampling, technical reporting, project and safety plan writing, and field team leadership. Experience serving as a Site Safety and Health Officer, SSHO, is a plus. The successful candidate will support and lead environmental projects for Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, federal, state, municipal, commercial, and local clients throughout Alaska and beyond. ECC has been providing environmental and industrial services for more than 27 years. With service centers in Anchorage and North Pole, Alaska; Portland, Oregon; and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, we offer year‑round employment, long‑term career opportunities, and meaningful work that supports our clients and communities. Why Join ECC We are committed to putting our employees first. We invest in training, professional development, and career growth while providing meaningful work that supports our clients and communities. Our team members have the opportunity to work on diverse environmental projects, gain valuable field and project experience, and grow within a company that values safety, integrity, teamwork, accountability, and service. Benefits 12 paid federal holidays Paid vacation and sick leave Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance available Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible spending account 401(k) retirement plan with immediately vested company match Annual clothing allowance Professional development and training opportunities Career advancement opportunities Year‑round Alaska employment Key Responsibilities Lead and participate in environmental field efforts throughout Alaska and other project locations as needed Perform groundwater, soil, surface water, waste, and other environmental sampling activities in accordance with approved plans, permits, and regulatory requirements Conduct field screening, monitoring, inspections, documentation, and environmental compliance support Support contaminated site investigations, monitoring programs, environmental assessments, remediation projects, and compliance inspections Prepare and maintain accurate field notes, sampling documentation, chain‑of‑custody forms, photo logs, daily reports, and other project records Develop, support, and execute work plans, sampling and analysis plans, quality assurance project plans, health and safety plans, and other project‑specific planning documents Prepare clear, accurate, and well‑organized technical reports, letters, memoranda, regulatory submittals, and project closeout documentation Assist Project Managers with project planning, staffing, scheduling, coordination, field execution, subcontractor oversight, and budget tracking Serve as a field team lead by providing direction to technicians, junior scientists, subcontractors, and other field personnel Support project safety requirements, participate in hazard recognition, and promote a strong safety culture during all field activities Prepare or assist with Accident Prevention Plans, APPs, Activity Hazard Analyses, AHAs, Job Hazard Analyses, JHAs, site‑specific health and safety plans, and related safety documentation Coordinate professionally with clients, regulators, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams Evaluate field conditions, identify potential environmental or safety concerns, and communicate issues promptly to project leadership Support compliance with applicable local, state, federal, client‑specific, and site‑specific environmental and safety requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or above in environmental science, biology, chemistry, geology, engineering, or a related science or engineering field Five or more years of experience in environmental science, environmental compliance, contaminated sites, field sampling, or a related field Experienced at preparing technical reports, work plans, project plans, and safety plans Experienced at leading field teams, coordinating field activities, or providing direction to junior staff or subcontractors Experience with contaminated site investigations, environmental compliance inspections, groundwater and soil sampling programs, waste management, environmental reporting, and remediation support Ability to analyze, understand, and present technical data Strong technical writing, documentation, and communications skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a project team Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs Valid state driver’s license and acceptable insurability Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening, including marijuana Ability to pass a background check to obtain and maintain access to federal installations Self‑motivated with a strong work ethic, integrity, and sound professional judgment Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines Ability to travel and work in challenging field conditions throughout Alaska and beyond 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification is required and may be completed after the start of employment Preferred Qualifications Site Safety and Health Officer, SSHO, experience ADEC Qualified Environmental Professional certification RCRA and hazardous waste experience Experience supporting Department of Defense or other federal contracts Experience preparing or supporting Accident Prevention Plans, Activity Hazard Analyses, Job Hazard Analyses, and site‑specific health and safety plans We are excited to hear from qualified candidates who want to grow with ECC and make a positive difference in the communities we serve. #J-18808-Ljbffr Environmental Compliance Consultants