Environmental Specialist 1

Job Title: Environmental Specialist 1

Location: Calera, AL 35040

Duration: 3 Years

Schedule: Not Specified

Work Arrangement: Onsite / Outdoor Fieldwork

Nature of Job: Environmental Compliance and Fieldwork

Pay Rate: $25.00/hr. - $28.50/hr. on W2

Job Type: Contract

Domain: Environmental Science and Regulatory Compliance

Deadline: 10/26/2026

Position Overview

We are seeking an Environmental Specialist 1 to support environmental compliance, regulatory affairs, and sustainability initiatives in Calera, Alabama. The ideal candidate will assist with environmental sampling, compliance monitoring, and regulatory requirements while helping minimize environmental impacts and promote sustainable practices. This role requires basic knowledge of environmental regulations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and operating power boats and watercraft.

Skills Required

Primary Skills

• Environmental sampling and compliance
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting processes
• Environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance
• Power boat and watercraft operation
• Environmental fieldwork

Secondary Skills

• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Project coordination and management
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and decision-making
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Major Job Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental compliance activities and regulatory affairs.
• Support environmental sampling, monitoring, and compliance initiatives.
• Help ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Assist with environmental permitting processes and related documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders on environmental matters.
• Support sustainability initiatives and efforts to minimize environmental impacts.
• Operate power boats and watercraft as required for environmental fieldwork.
• Contribute to multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions to support environmental activities.
• Identify environmental concerns and assist with problem-solving and corrective actions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• One to five years of experience in environmental sampling and compliance.
• Basic knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Familiarity with environmental permitting processes.
• Experience operating power boats and watercraft.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively on multiple projects.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives.
• Familiarity with environmental monitoring procedures and regulatory documentation.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and manage competing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Paid Sick Leave

AI Usage Policy

AI tools may be used to assist with the recruitment and screening process. Final candidate evaluation and hiring decisions will be made by human recruiters and the hiring team.

EEOC Compliance

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.