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POSITION: Project Manager – Environmental Due Diligence (Salt Lake City, UT)POSITION SUMMARYThe Project Manager will perform various environmental due diligence projects focused on commercial real estate. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEnvironmental reviewsState and federal regulatory program file reviewsField investigationsPerformance of environmental due diligence projects QUALIFICATIONSPrevious experience performing environmental due diligence projects, such as Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)Knowledge in assessing various property types (including but not limited to gas stations, dry cleaners, printing facilities, industrial and manufacturing sites, and automotive repair and body shops) preferredBasic understanding of commercial real estate lending and financeExcellent writing, organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills requiredPersonable and able to communicate with people at all levelsWillingness to travel as necessaryMust be a self-starter, resourceful, and have the ability to work productively on multiple projects at a time under strict deadlines with guidance from senior staff PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge in assessing various property types (including but not limited to gas stations, dry cleaners, printing facilities, industrial and manufacturing sites, and automotive repair and body shops) preferredState regulatory knowledge is a plusExperience with Phase II Subsurface Investigations and/or Remediation Work is a plusProficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat preferredEDUCATIONBachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, or related field LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONSCurrent OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training certification preferredAHERA/Asbestos Inspector, Radon and/or lead-based paint certifications preferred PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe work environment may be both indoors and outdoors. Indoor work takes place in a typical office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Outdoor work requires the ability to effectively perform work in all types of weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to travel independently, sit, type, handle office and/or field equipment, speak and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, balance, kneel or crouch. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to focus. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & PERKSAEI Consultants offers all full-time employees an outstanding, extensive benefits package, which among other benefits includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off and sick leave, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401K, complimentary use of AEI’s condo at Donner Lake in Truckee, CA, an Employee Referral Bonus Program, and Commuter Tax and Dependent Care Benefits.COMPANY CULTUREOne of the primary reasons that our employees enjoy working at AEI is our positive company culture. We offer a collaborative, flexible and inclusive work environment where employees have the opportunity to engage in meaningful work, make a positive impact on our clients and communities, and are encouraged to carve out a career path within the organization that best aligns with their interests and goals. We greatly value the contributions of our team members and prioritize employee wellness, safety, flexibility and work/life balance.OVERVIEWAEI Consultants is an employee-owned consulting firm that provides comprehensive services to commercial lenders, property owners, managers, tenants, and developers, industries, institutions, government agencies, and insurers, including many Fortune 500 companies. These services include environmental, property and facility assessments, zoning and energy consulting, site investigation and remediation, industrial hygiene, land surveying, valuation, and construction risk management. AEI specializes in identifying potential risks and crafting solutions through Environmental and Building Evaluation Consulting, Construction Services, Site Investigation and Remediation expertise. AEI Consultants is known for being reliable, responsive and resourceful. Founded in 1992, AEI is based in the San Francisco Bay area and has offices strategically located throughout the United States.AEI Consultants values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our employees and community. We encourage all applicants who are excited about this opportunity and share our career goals to apply, even if they don't meet every requirement. We are proudto offer equal employment opportunities, prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on various protected characteristics defined by law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment. At AEI Consultants, we believe that a diverse team is essential for our success, and we strive to attract, develop, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. 

About the San Dieguito River Valley Land Conservancy: The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy (SDRVC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing the natural, cultural, and recreational resources of the San Dieguito River Valley. Working in partnership with local agencies, volunteers, and community stakeholders, SDRVC supports habitat restoration, trail stewardship, environmental education, and long-term conservation planning within the San Dieguito River Watershed. Please read description to see how to applyJob Summary: As a Conservation Intern, your responsibilities will include assisting with restoration and monitoring on several properties within the San Dieguito River Valley watershed. This internship provides hands-on experience in land conservation, native habitat restoration, field research, and nonprofit environmental operations. Interns will work closely with SDRVC staff, volunteers, and partner agencies on meaningful conservation projects.Duties and Responsibilities: Conservation Field Work (85%) • Assist with invasive species removal and native plant installation; • Support habitat monitoring, vegetation surveys, and wildlife observations; • Assist with maintaining restoration sites through watering, mulching, and site assessments; and • Collect and report field data. Event Support (10%) • Attend outreach events and activities to photograph, record, and document key moments; • Assist with volunteer workdays and stewardship events; • Support staff and volunteers at community events, fairs, and festivals by helping set up and break down outreach tables, distributing informational materials, and engaging with the public; • Staff outreach tables and educational booths; • Assist with educational programs, workshops, and guided activities by interacting with participants, answering basic questions, and helping ensure events run smoothly; and • Represent the conservancy in a friendly, professional manner to foster positive community relationships. Project and Administration Support (5%) • Assist with organizing project materials and supplies; and • Assist with administrative and operational tasks.  Qualifications/Requirements: • High School Diploma or GED, required; • Strong interest in conservation and environmental stewardship, required; • Conservation related coursework or knowledge, preferred; • Knowledge of nature, wildlife, water resources, and/or natural history, preferred; • Experience with native plant and animal identification (Southern California species a plus), preferred; • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively; • Comfortable speaking to groups and engaging with diverse audiences, preferred; • Comfortable interacting with the public; • Has an energetic and professional demeanor; • Ability to work independently;• Excellent written and oral communication skills; • Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills and ability to meet tight deadlines; • Familiarity with GIS, social media platforms (ex. Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, TikTok, etc.), or graphic design tools is a plus; • Basic proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, required; • Ability to work at the Conservancy’s office in San Diego, and conduct fieldwork across the San Dieguito River Valley; • Ability to work 10-20 hours per week; • Ability to travel regularly to locations within San Diego County, primarily in the San Dieguito River Valley; • Ability to perform moderate physical activity outdoors in varying weather conditions; • Ability to lead hikes through uneven terrain and elevation, and perform some off-trail trekking while carrying/using equipment; • Ability to work during evenings, weekends, and irregular work schedules as needed to support events and programs; • Ability to work remotely and in office as needed; • Occasionally standing, walking, reaching, and stooping; • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.; and • Exposure to low to moderate noise level. Benefits: Paid Sick Leave Job Type: Part-time Hourly Rate: $16.90 per hour To Apply: To Apply, please send the following to sdrvc@sdrvc.org with subject line Conservation Intern-Handshake : 1. Cover Letter: Share with us why you are passionate about environmental conservation and why you're interested in joining our team. Feel free to mention any specific experiences or skills that make you a strong candidate for this internship. Please include the number of hours you can commit to each week and preferred start date and let us know if you have access to a vehicle with cargo space, our interns will be required to drive to locations throughout the San Dieguito watershed and may need to haul equipment. 2. Resume.San Dieguito River Valley Land Conservancy provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

   Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Department of Ecology is hiring a Toxicologist 2 within the Nuclear Waste Program. Location:Richland Field Office in Richland, WA.Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. Schedule:This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.A minimum of one day every other week is required in the office. You may telework most of your work time with occasional in-person meetings and activities.Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change. Application Timeline: Apply by June 23, 2026Applications submitted after the date above may not be reviewed unless additional qualified applicants are needed.   Duties Join our team and help shape the future of environmental cleanup at the Hanford Site. In this role, you will support environmental risk assessments that protect human health and the environment and ensure regulatory compliance throughout cleanup activities. You will provide toxicological expertise on study design, risk analysis, and the development of soil and water cleanup levels, working closely with the program’s senior toxicologist and project teams to build a holistic understanding of human and ecological risks across the site. Your work directly informs decisions at one of the nation’s most complex cleanup sites, offering the chance to make a meaningful impact on public health, environmental protection, and long-term site recovery. This position integrates the risk assessment requirements of Washington state regulations with federal Superfund cleanup and hazardous waste regulations. You will translate complex toxicological findings into clear recommendations that guide cleanup decisions, promote regulatory consistency, and support communication with technical staff, managers, and other involved groups. As part of this work, you will have opportunities to deepen your expertise by staying current with evolving toxicology and risk-assessment methods, participating in professional development, and collaborating with state and federal technical experts across multiple disciplines.  What you will do:Lead the regulatory review of the Department of Energy’s risk assessment and performance assessment activitiesProvide consultation on risk and performance assessment issues, including the development and evaluation of constituent cleanup levels within the program and agency.Coordinate with tank farm and environmental restoration chemists on sample design, analysis, and data quality to ensure usability in risk assessments.Perform calculations and collaborate with agency toxicologists and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to develop and recommend cleanup levels for environmental media.Review documents for technical merit, regulatory compliance, and consistency with established risk assessment guidance.Evaluate and prepare professional comments on the appropriateness and adequacy of physicochemical properties, environmental fate and transport characteristics, environmental models, bioavailability issues, dose-response functions, and toxicokinetic and toxicodynamic characteristics of toxic agents in hazardous waste.Represent the Program on task groups within the department and in coordination with external agencies and other partners.   QualificationsFor detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website. Required Qualifications: Nine (9) years of experience and/or education related to the duties of the position, which includes the following:Risk Assessment – Ability to evaluate chemical and radiological hazards to provide clear, science-based conclusions that support protective environmental and public health decisions.Environmental Data Interpretation – Ability to evaluate environmental sampling data to ensure the information is reliable and appropriate for decision-making.Regulatory Application – Ability to apply state and federal environmental requirements to determine cleanup levels and assess compliance to support consistent and defensible regulatory decisions.Critical Thinking – Ability to analyze information, evaluate assumptions, and identify uncertainties to support well-reasoned and defensible recommendations.Technical Communication– Ability to explain technical information in clear, understandable terms to support informed decision-making by managers, partners, and the public.Planning & Prioritization – Ability to plan and manage work tasks, timelines, and commitments to successfully meet program and project expectations. Education involving a major study in toxicology or a health or ecological related science with a major emphasis in toxicology.  Examples of how to qualify:9 years of experience.8 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.7 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).6 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.5 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.3 years of experience AND a Master’s degree.1 year of experience AND a Ph.D.  Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:Must meet U.S. Department of Energy requirements to acquire and maintain a badge for access to the Hanford Site.  Desired Qualifications:Ph.D. in toxicology or a health or ecological related science with a major emphasis in toxicology and one year of toxicology experience.ORMaster of Science degree in toxicology or a health or ecological related science with a major emphasis in toxicology and three years of toxicology experience. If you are excited about this role and meet the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Desired qualifications reflect additional knowledge, skills, or experience that are nice to have but not required. Studies have shown that some applicants, especially women and people of color, are less likely to apply unless they meet every listed qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging, and we welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and unique perspectives. Supplemental Information Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov. Application ProcessEcology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. How to ApplyClick “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this positionResumeBecause we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website. Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Need an Accommodation?If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.govIf you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384. Questions?For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Beth Rochette at Beth.Rochette@ecy.wa.gov If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov About the Nuclear Waste ProgramThe Nuclear Waste Program (NWP) enforces regulatory compliance and cleanup at the Hanford Site and at other facilities managing nuclear waste statewide. It also promotes public involvement, congressional and federal contact, and interstate activities in order to enhance nuclear waste management, compliance, and cleanup of the Hanford Site. This position is in NWP's Cleanup Section. About the Department of EcologyAs the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology's work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave, 11 Paid Holidays per year, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver,  Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP),  Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives, Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth *Click here for more informationFor this position, personal protective equipment will be provided by the program along with reimbursement for required footwear. To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website, explore Working at Ecology, check out our Strategic Plan, and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or our blog. Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.   Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.      

ArchaeologistAssociate Environmental Planner (Archeology) Job Control: JC-518863Classification: Associate Environmental Planner (Archeology)Annual Salary: $87,936.00 - $110,136.00Apply by: 6/19/2026All applications must be submitted through the external link on Calcareers. "At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career." About the Position: Under the direction of the Senior Environmental Planner, Office of Environmental Management, the incumbent as a participating interdisciplinary team member is responsible for archaeology studies and project effects analysis for transportation projects pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and other applicable state and federal regulations. The incumbent identifies and evaluates archaeological resources as part of the transportation project development process; prepares written analyses of such resources as an aid in the development of modal and design alternatives for transportation projects; identifies and analyzes impacts of transportation projects on historical values and their interrelationships to other cultural resources; develops and recommends mitigation measures to avoid or minimize identified impacts upon these resources. *See more details on the Duty Statement located on the job posting. For questions, please click “Apply Externally” and see the contact info on our website.

Job Summary: The Safety Coordinators are responsible for promoting worksite safety by applying knowledge of industrial processes and industrial health and safety laws. They will implement and conduct evaluation of programs designed to limit chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic risks to workers. They will adhere to all Bandit safety, quality, inventory and production guidelines, standards, policies, and procedures. Duties and Responsibilities:Test workspaces for environmental hazardsPlan emergency response drills. Investigate accidents and injuries to determine causes and preventive measures. Conduct worker training in areas such as use of safety equipmentMaintain and apply knowledge of current policies, regulations, and processes. Write and revise safety regulations and codes.Review and maintain safety program.Maintain all records and documentations to OSHA standards. Comply with all OSHA standards. Recommend procedures for detection, prevention, and elimination of physical, chemical, or other hazards.Other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Education Requirements:Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent communication, presentation, and people skills.Technical expertise to apply continuous improvement processes while maintaining maximum levels of safety.  Proficient computer skillsTwo (2) or more years of experience in related position Physical Requirements: Frequently sit for extended periods of time Occasionally stand, walk, push, pull, stoop, pinch, grasp, and/or bend Requires employee to occasionally work both inside/outside in heat/cold, and/or wet/humid conditions. Occasionally required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent injury. Occasionally lift 30 pounds