Environmental Specialist II

KLJ • Full-time • Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States • 1m ago

Job Summary

KLJ is seeking an early to mid-level Environmental Specialist to support a variety of environmental projects across multiple sectors, including oil and gas, municipal, state and federal agencies, and tribal organizations. This role involves a combination of fieldwork, data collection, technical reporting, and environmental permitting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and motivated to grow within a dynamic and collaborative team environment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct environmental field surveys and site assessments in support of project needs
Assist with project scoping and development of environmental work plans
Prepare technical reports, documentation, and environmental deliverables
Support environmental permitting efforts at the local, state, and federal levels
Collect and document field data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements
Coordinate with internal teams and external clients to support project execution
Utilize GPS equipment and GIS software for data collection and mapping
Assist with environmental sampling activities, including soil, groundwater, and surface water, as needed
Support spill remediation projects as workload demands
Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations and company standards

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Biology, Ecology, or a related field
2–5+ years of relevant environmental experience (internship experience considered)
Basic understanding of environmental fieldwork and data collection methods
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both independently in the field and collaboratively within a team
Willingness to travel and perform fieldwork in varying conditions
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with wetland delineations, land reclamation, and/or ecological surveys (botanical, wildlife, threatened and endangered species)
Knowledge of plant and wildlife identification specific to New Mexico and/or Texas
Familiarity with New Mexico and Texas environmental regulations and regulatory agencies
Experience using GPS units and GIS software
Experience writing technical reports and working with environmental data
Understanding of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
Experience collecting environmental samples in accordance with standard protocols

Hours and Travel

This position requires the individual occasionally work 40+ hours per week with 70% of the time spent in the office and 30% in the field. Willingness to travel on occasion may be expected.

At KLJ, we have a vested interest in the personal, financial, and professional goals of our employees. The salary for this position is expected to range between $45,000 - $60,000. Factors that may be used to determine actual salary include education (or applicable experience), training, job location, competencies relevant to the role, and internal equity. We offer a competitive full suite benefit package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, performance bonus, 401k, employee stock ownership program and a flexible work environment that gives you options to support excelling both professionally and personally. The options available for the current year are described at www.kljeng.com/careers/benefits.

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive and other duties may be assigned. It is a description of the job as presently defined and is subject at any time to revision. This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US, without employer-sponsorship. KLJ does not offer employment based VISAS.

KLJ will not be partnering with third-party recruiters on this position. Please review our third-party recruiting policy at www.kljeng.com/careers.

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