Environmental Scientist - Natural Resources

Application Requires a Cover Letter

RK&K is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Natural Resources Team in Baltimore. As an RK&K environmental scientist you will be actively involved in a diversity of wetland and forest delineation, permitting, habitat improvement, ecological restoration, protected species and other environmental projects. You will work with a multidisciplinary team on transportation infrastructure, water resources, utilities, and site development projects in Maryland and throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region.

Essential Functions

• Conduct wetland delineations, forest assessments and other natural resource inventories
• Prepare documents and environmental permit applications
• Interact with RK&K project managers, clients and regulatory agencies
• Collaborate with other environmental professionals

Required Skills and Experience

• Team-oriented
• Adept at juggling multiple tasks
• Organized, thorough and responsive
• Excellent at written and verbal communication
• Motivated to find creative solutions to environmental problems
• Excited to work outdoors in all seasons
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or equivalent
• Undergraduate curriculum that emphasized natural resources disciplines
• 0 to 3 years relevant experience
• Applications must include a cover letter and resume

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Candidates with natural resources internship and/or other directly related work experience highly preferred
• Experience in Maryland, Delaware, DC and Virginia
• Forest stand delineation, vegetation identification, wetland mitigation design, stream assessment, ecological monitoring, construction monitoring, GIS and CADD experience is a plus

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career development
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering, construction management and environmental firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities where we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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Salary range: $28 - $31.00 per hour