Environmental Scientist

Environmental Scientist Santa Ana, CA Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $85,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Project team coordination Biology Environmental surveys Teamwork Report writing Ecological surveys Outdoor work California Environmental Quality Act 5 years Project planning Confidential Clearance Regulatory compliance Environmental compliance Technical report writing Environmental Science Bachelor's degree in biology Driver's License Bachelor's degree Field research Driving Bachelor's degree in environmental science Environmental law compliance support Ecology Data collection Senior level Project stakeholder communication Project scheduling National Environmental Policy Act Full Job Description For over 25 years, Eco & Associates, Inc. has been a trusted women-owned small business environmental consulting firm headquartered in Orange County, California. We are a passionate team of seasoned experts, each bringing unique and specialized knowledge across a broad range of environmental disciplines. At Eco & Associates, we are united by a shared purpose — a deep commitment to bettering the environment and delivering exceptional results for the clients and communities we serve. When you join our team, you become part of a firm where your work truly matters. About the Role You'll spend meaningful time out in the field — conducting site assessments, collecting samples, performing surveys, and documenting environmental conditions across a variety of project types. When you're not in the field, you'll be putting your strong technical writing skills to work, preparing reports, studies, and regulatory documents that clearly communicate findings to clients and agencies. About Opportunity We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Environmental Scientist to join our growing team. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in environmental field work and a commitment to delivering high-quality technical work products. You will play an integral role in supporting a wide range of environmental planning, assessment, and compliance projects for public and private sector clients. Key Responsibilities Conduct environmental field work including site assessments, biological and habitat surveys, soil and water sampling, and field data collection across diverse project sites Author and contribute to technical reports, environmental studies, permit applications, and agency correspondence with precision and clarity Support the preparation of environmental review documents in compliance with federal and state regulations Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams, contributing to project planning, scheduling, and execution Maintain accurate field notes, data logs, and chain-of-custody documentation Interface professionally with clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders as needed Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or a closely related discipline 5 to 7 years of experience is required Demonstrated field experience with proficiency working in varied terrain and outdoor conditions Exceptional technical writing ability, with a portfolio of reports or environmental documents preferred Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment Experience with NEPA and CEQA environmental review processes is highly desirable Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required What We Offer Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Profit sharing plan Paid time off and observed holidays Professional development and continuing education support Opportunities for career advancement within a growing firm A collaborative, mission-driven workplace culture Eco & Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Work:

5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

driver license (Preferred) Security clearance: Confidential (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Santa Ana, CA 92705 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person