Environmental Specialist

First Environment has rewarding opportunities for self-motivated team players with strong quantitative skills; an environmental background; and ability for research, analysis, and articulation of findings and opinions, that enjoy working on a wide-range of projects that cross multiple disciplines.

Initial responsibilities for this position include:

• Conducting independent technical and historical research on a variety of environmental issues
• Collecting and analyzing quantitative information
• Generating environmental impact profiles for various industries/industrial processes
• Preparing deliverables and presenting findings to clients

Qualified candidates must possess the following credentials:

• Degree in Engineering, Math, Environmental Science/Policy or the Physical Sciences; advanced degree a plus
• A minimum of two-three years work experience
• Strong quantitative abilities
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Team player with a high degree of self motivation

Preferences

• Knowledge of greenhouse gas (GHG) policy frameworks (UNFCCC, federal, state) and GHG accounting best practices
• Knowledge of sustainability issues
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of auditing processes
• Understanding of energy and electricity generation and distribution concepts
• Experience and knowledge of industrial operations and processes

The position may be located in Boonton NJ, Washington DC, Sacramento CA, or Chicago IL.

First Environment offers a professional and dynamic work environment with growth opportunities. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, Short Term Disability, LTD, Life Insurance and 401K Pla