Ecological Risk Assessor - 4 years minimum experience
About the position AECOM is seeking an experienced and motivated full-time Ecological Risk Assessor to become an integrated member of AECOM's risk assessment and remediation practices. The location of this position is flexible and may be either in-office or remote. In this role, your responsibilities will include: Supporting a wide range of projects for Federal clients throughout the U.S. (and internationally). Must be willing to perform field work, as needed. Performing ecological risk assessments in accordance with regulatory guidance and project-specific work plans. Developing Risk Assessment Work Plans and contributing to Sampling and Analysis Plans/Quality Assurance Project Plans. Successfully coordinating with internal project teams, including delegating to junior staff. Preparing technical deliverables; including writing reports and performing/reviewing risk assessment calculations. Maintaining knowledge of federal and state regulations/guidance documents for conducting risk assessments. Maintaining work quality, quantity, and efficiency at or above company standards. Responsibilities • Supporting a wide range of projects for Federal clients throughout the U.S. (and internationally) • Performing ecological risk assessments in accordance with regulatory guidance and project-specific work plans • Developing Risk Assessment Work Plans and contributing to Sampling and Analysis Plans/Quality Assurance Project Plans • Successfully coordinating with internal project teams, including delegating to junior staff • Preparing technical deliverables; including writing reports and performing/reviewing risk assessment calculations • Maintaining knowledge of federal and state regulations/guidance documents for conducting risk assessments • Maintaining work quality, quantity, and efficiency at or above company standards Requirements • BA/BS degree in Environmental Science/Studies, Chemistry, Toxicology, Biology, Ecology, Zoology or other related area • 4+ years of experience performing ecological risk assessments in an environmental consulting setting and/or a demonstrated equivalency of education and experience • US Citizenship is required • Valid Driver's License and ability to pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records and background check Nice-to-haves • Experience performing data analysis and applied statistics • Applied knowledge of USEPA Ecological Risk Assessment Guidance for Superfund • Excellent technical writing and communication skills • Experience evaluating PFAS, PCBs, and lead • CERCLA experience with Remedial Investigations, Feasibility Studies, and ROD development • Experience working on Navy or Department of Defense projects • Experience dealing with the Hawaii Department of Health and EPA Region 9 • Experience working with projects in Hawaii, Guam and other Pacific Islands • Experience performing wildlife assessments Benefits • Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits • Paid time off, leaves of absences • Voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options • Well-being resources, employee assistance program • Business travel insurance, service recognition awards • Retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase plan Apply tot his job