NANA · 6 hours ago
Environmental Scientist - Anchorage, AK
United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expNANA is looking for an Environmental Scientist to lead water and soil sampling and remediation work for clients in Alaska. The role involves planning, logistics, sample collection, and overseeing field personnel while ensuring effective client interactions and compliance with environmental regulations.
Mining
Responsibilities
Lead multimedia sampling and data reporting/analyses efforts for rural Alaskan mines
Plan and logistics for sample collection
Oversee field personnel, travel and field work, reporting and/or data assessment
Prepare site characterization, site assessment, site cleanup, and corrective action plans
Support preparation of environmental permit applications with various federal, state, and local agencies for a variety of project types/sizes
Support the preparation of environmental compliance documents in accordance with permitting and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) studies
Assist with various environmental surveys and reporting
Technical planning and execution of environmental projects, including document authoring and completion
Leadership of field sampling and data collection projects including leadership of other employees and/or subcontractor(s)
Effective client interaction with emphasis on permitting and environmental programs
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, private industry and government officials, and support staff
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, engineering, chemistry, natural resource management, or related field
This position must be a 'Qualified Environmental Professional' under State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation regulations, as defined by 18 Alaska Administrative Code 75.333
Minimum five (5) years directly related experience
Travel at least 50% of the time to remote Alaska during the field sampling season (May - October)
Experience sampling surface water, groundwater, soil, and/or other media at a variety of sites and experience conducting fieldwork in Alaska
This person must be comfortable leading and mentoring a team of technicians who help implement sampling programs
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under company vehicle insurance policy
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including writing documents and data analysis
Capability to research and explain regulations, policies, or procedures
Preferred
Additional consideration will be given to someone who can lead projects through the remediation lifecycle
Effective client interaction with emphasis on permitting and environmental programs
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, private industry and government officials, and support staff
Leadership of field sampling and data collection projects including leadership of other employees and/or subcontractor(s)
Supporting preparation of environmental permit applications with various federal, state, and local agencies for a variety of project types/sizes
Supporting the preparation of environmental compliance documents in accordance with permitting and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) studies
Assisting with various environmental surveys and reporting
Technical planning and execution of environmental projects, including document authoring and completion
Company
NANA
NANA is an Alaska Native corporation whose mission is to improve the quality of life for its more than 14,500 shareholders across the globe.
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Barbara Amy
SVP and Chief Financial Officer
David Marquez
Senior VP and COO
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