Human Health Risk Assessor, 6 years minimum experience

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Assist with projects for both private and government clients across the U.S. and internationally.

• Conduct and evaluate ecological risk assessments in line with regulatory guidance and project-specific work plans.

• Create Risk Assessment Work Plans and aid in the development of Sampling and Analysis Plans/Quality Assurance Project Plans.

• Collaborate with internal project teams and assign tasks to junior staff members.

• Generate technical deliverables, compose reports, and perform or assess risk assessment calculations.

• Contribute to proposals and business expansion efforts, including defining scopes of work and preparing cost estimates.

• Mentor and foster the development of junior staff.

• Stay informed about federal and state regulations as well as guidance documents.

• Ensure work quality, output, and efficiency meet or exceed company standards.

• Undertake fieldwork occasionally as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Ecotoxicology, Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Science/Studies, Chemistry, Toxicology, Biology, or a related field, along with 6+ years of experience in ecological risk assessment within environmental consulting, or equivalent education and experience.

• U.S. Citizenship is mandatory.

• A valid Driver’s License is required.

• Must successfully pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review and background check.

• Practical knowledge of USEPA guidance related to ecological risk assessment is preferred.

• Strong technical writing and communication abilities are preferred.

• Experience in conducting food web/bioaccumulation assessments is preferred.

• Familiarity with data analysis and applied statistics is preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is preferred.

• Experience in evaluating PFAS, PCBs, and lead is preferred.

• CERCLA experience, including Remedial Investigations, Feasibility Studies, and ROD development, is preferred.

• Experience in site investigation, field sampling, and wildlife assessment is preferred.

• Experience on Navy or Department of Defense projects is preferred.

• Experience with the Hawaii Department of Health and EPA Region 9 is preferred.

• Experience with projects in Hawaii, Guam, and other Pacific Islands is preferred.

• Experience in performing wildlife assessments is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical benefits.

• Dental benefits.

• Vision benefits.

• Life insurance.

• AD&D benefits.

• Disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits.

• Perks.

• Flexible work options.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development programs.

• Development of technical expertise and leadership skills.

• In-person onboarding on Day 1.