Technical Specialist to Assistant Scientist at Integral Consulting Inc. – Santa Cruz, California

About You

You are a water quality and field research professional who is self-motivated, detail oriented, and highly organized. You collaborate effectively with project managers to ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule. You bring hands on experience in cleaning and maintaining sensitive water quality equipment, conducting both upland and offshore fieldwork, and collecting environmental samples in a wide range of weather conditions. As a lifelong learner, you want to keep growing intellectually and professionally. You are capable of preparing, or willing to learn how to prepare, winning proposals that exceed clients’ expectations. Collaborating with colleagues with diverse expertise is exciting for you, and you are also comfortable working independently. Quality management and integrity are among your strongest principles.

About Integral

Integral Consulting Inc. is a science and engineering firm delivering sound technical solutions to meet today’s challenges in the health, environmental, and natural resource arenas. We are a values-driven collaborative team that is as passionate about company culture as we are about the work we do for our clients. Since our founding in 2002, we have operated with a demonstrated commitment to the well-being, diversity, and professional development of our staff and an equal commitment to strong partnerships with our clients and teaming partners. We are a company where people come to solve today’s toughest environmental challenges through innovative ideas, exceptional teamwork, and dedication to accuracy and technical quality.

About the Job

We are currently seeking an early career Technical Specialist or Assistant Scientist to join our Sediment and Water Investigations and Monitoring team, with a mission to provide scientific, quantitative data and evaluations focused on key issues surrounding the environment for design, permitting, monitoring, or compliance purposes. Our projects are primarily focused on coastal, estuarine, and terrestrial watersheds. Under the direction of senior scientists, you assist scientists in the performance of water, stormwater, and sediment sampling; testing; and report preparation.

Responsibilities

As a Technical Specialist or Assistant Scientist, your job functions will include, but not be limited to:

• Collecting river, creek, ocean, and stormwater samples
• Collecting sediment and water samples both on land and from boats
• Executing laboratory bottle cleaning procedures and maintaining facility organization
• Maintaining accurate field and laboratory logs
• Installing and operating water collection equipment and electronic monitoring equipment
• Maintaining and troubleshooting field equipment
• Maintaining warehouse organization and operations

You must have the ability and willingness to work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions. Your work schedule at times will be defined by storm forecasts and may include working nights and/or weekends.

Qualifications

Candidates should hold a B.A. or B.S. in environmental science or a related science, or have at least 3 years of experience in a related technical field. Other qualifications are as follows:

• Demonstrated strong personal initiative towards projects, critical thinking, and problem solving
• Adherence to quality control and quality assurance procedures to ensure data integrity
• Laboratory-level attention to detail and interest in wet laboratory management
• Effective and professional communication with clients and coworkers
• Adherence to company, project, state, and federal safety policies
• Flexibility with work hours as required to meet project needs
• Affinity for working outdoors in all weather conditions, with some nights and weekends
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to follow technical prescriptive sampling direction requirements
• Ability to accurately document activities and standard scientific observations
• A valid U.S. driver's license (or ability to obtain one upon hire) and a clean driving record. If a driver’s license cannot be obtained, reliable transportation to project and field sites is required
• Ability to lift and carry items of varying weights as required by the job, occasionally up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Proficiency with Microsoft® Office products Word and Excel
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Desire to grow both intellectually and professionally
• Strong organizational abilities
• Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers

Compensation is commensurate with experience and internal equity, within the listed range. An employee’s total compensation package includes annual salary; company-subsidized (employee and family) medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) participation with a company match of 1% to 4% of annual compensation; company-paid life and short- and long-term disability insurance; paid sick leave (10 days), paid vacation (10 days), and paid holidays (9 days) per year; and the potential for an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance. Paid time off will be prorated to reflect part-time scheduled hours, if applicable.

Integral Consulting Inc. is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer who provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, military, veteran, or Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act protected veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information (including testing or characteristics), or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment drives innovation and excellence, and we are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we live in and serve. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at?integraljobs@integral-corp.com.

We are excited to connect with individuals who share our mission and values, and those who bring diverse contributions to our team. We value unique perspectives and skills, and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement.

All offers of employment are contingent on candidates successfully passing an employment history screening, degree verification, and a federal, state, and county criminal background and Watch List screening. Candidates will receive a written notice of this requirement. All screenings will be done in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws.

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