Environmental Scientist

Full Time
Santa Barbara, CA
$76,000 - $105,000 a year
Posted Today
Job description

Rincon Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Scientist, Engineer, Geologist, or Hydrogeologist, Project Manager, to join the Environmental and Earth Systems team! In this role, you will be working closely with Senior-level practitioners to scope, coordinate and conduct environmental site assessments, groundwater and soil vapor monitoring, soil and groundwater remediation programs, and storm water compliance projects. The ideal candidate excels working with a team, is self-directed, adaptable, entrepreneurial, and aligned with Rincon's core values and mission. This position will be a mix of office and field responsibilities, with opportunities for task and project management and reporting.


Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work with a team to develop creative environmental project strategies and prepare work scopes of work.
  • Participate in the preparation and implementation of work plans for site assessments and monitoring programs.
  • Prepare technical reports with a focus on regulatory compliance, accuracy, clarity, succinctness, and document QA/QC
  • Provide technical and general field support/oversight on various environmental site assessments including but not limited to soil vapor, soil, sediment, and groundwater
  • Evaluate and interpret technical analytical data relative to project-specific clean-up goals or applicable screening levels
  • Peer review environmental site assessment reports prepared by other consultants
  • Participate in communication with clients and regulatory oversight agencies
  • Provide training and mentorship to junior staff


This Job Might Be for You If You Have The Following:

  • Minimum B.A./B.S. in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or another related field
  • Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist license (preferred)
  • 5-10 years of related experience
  • Passion for the environment and science
  • Willingness to assist in training junior staff in field related procedures
  • Highly motivated with excellent technical writing and documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Familiar with Phase I ESA ASTM/AAI requirements
  • Currently OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification
  • Experience with drilling methods, soil logging and classification, and design and installation of well installations
  • Experience with accurately preparing soil boring logs, hydrographs, groundwater contour maps, field notes, sketches and other documentation of actions undertaken during site investigation and remediation projects
  • Proficient understanding off current groundwater and soil sampling methods
  • Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills


Rincon Consultants, Inc. is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California. Recognized as the #1 ‘Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For’ by the Zweig Group in 2021. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 400+ associates in 12 offices located in Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose.


The base salary range for this full-time position is $76,000-105,000, plus benefits and bonus. At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.


Total Rewards Package* Includes:

  • HMO, PPO, HDHP, Health Savings Account options
  • Three Weeks Vacation accrued in the first year
  • 401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
  • 2x/Year Bonus Opportunities
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Eight Paid Holidays
  • Flexible Spending & Dependent Care
  • Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
  • Dental, vision, prescription drug
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • Volunteer Pay for a Day
  • Legal Shield, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance
  • Professional Development
  • Mentoring
  • Patagonia Merchandise Partnership
  • And much more!
  • All programs subject to review and change and are provided for regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30+ hours per week


Rincon Consultants, Inc does not accept unsolicited applicant/candidate resumes from search firm recruiters and/or temporary agencies that do not have a signed contract and specified work order with Rincon Consultants. Further, such resumes received will be deemed the sole property of Rincon Consultants and no fees will be paid in the event Rincon Consultants subsequently hires such individual. Rincon Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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