Staff Scientist III​/IV

Overview

Paragon Professional Services, LLC is seeking an experienced environmental professional based in Folsom, CA to support a large environmental contract for a CERCLA site at a former military installation. The candidate should be motivated and hardworking and experienced with contaminated sites involving soil, groundwater, and soil gas. Primary duties include authoring and managing project documents such as Project Management Plans, Accident Prevention Plans, Data and Document Management Plans, UFP-QAPPs, Work Plans, and Remedial Action Completion Reports, and other programmatic documents.

The role is primarily responsible for daily management, supervision, coordination, and successful completion of project deliverables, with additional responsibilities including training junior staff on documentation and other project tasks.

Applicants will be contacted via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal.

• Manage and support the preparation of environmental documents including Project Management Plans, Accident Prevention Plans, Data and Document Management Plans, UFP-QAPPs, Work Plans, Remedial Action Completion Reports, and other programmatic documents.
• Mentor and train junior staff during the document preparation process.
• Ensure the appropriate subject matter experts review applicable document sections.
• Shepherd documents through the review process, including quality control and tech edit reviews.
• Develop, review, and update schedules, review and track submittals.
• Address comments on documents from various internal reviewers.
• Prepare and review responses to comment documents to address comments from the client and regulatory agencies.
• Support the project manager in preparation for and implementation of client and stakeholder meetings.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, environmental science, or related field.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with high organization and attention to detail.
• Willingness and ability to adapt to a changing regulatory climate.
• Five to ten (5-10) years of experience on environmental investigation and remediation consulting projects, including field work and reporting.
• Experience with OSHA, RCRA, CERCLA, and other regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Experience working with federal and state agencies and local stakeholders on environmental projects.
• Familiarity with technical data analysis, contamination delineation, and remediation techniques.

• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to write and review project deliverables including Project Management Plans, Accident Prevention Plans, Data and Document Management Plans, Monthly Progress Reports, UFP-QAPPs, Work Plans, Feasibility Studies, and Remedial Action Completion Reports.
• Task oriented, self-motivated, able to multitask, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and lead a team.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidance.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet quick turnaround times for addressing comments on documents.

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The role may require bending, stooping, sitting, walking, or standing for prolonged periods; most time is spent sitting with opportunities to move.

Office setting with exposure to computer screens; extensive computer use. Occasional travel for meetings or field visits may be required.

No supervisory responsibilities.

As a condition of employment, you may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, obtain the appropriate clearance levels and be able to access military installations.

Equal opportunity employer:
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status protected by law.