Research Analyst I

About the role

The Research Analyst I will support HydroGeoLogic, Inc.’s (HGL’s) Community Involvement and Records Management Technical Service Group (TSG) by assisting with environmental records management, community involvement, and research activities in accordance with the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and other regulatory requirements. Based in HGL’s Phoenix, AZ office, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental projects while working alongside experienced professionals. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills to support multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing documents, conducting objective metadata coding, and categorizing documents into Microsoft Access and web-based records management databases in accordance with CERCLA requirements.
• Identifying and electronically redacting privileged and personally identifiable information in documents prior to public release.
• Compiling and preparing hard copy and electronic deliverables, including document labeling, hyperlink verification, PDF bookmarking, and shipping coordination.
• Maintaining and organizing project files, which includes tracking boxes with hard copy documents and external hard drives used to issue electronic deliverables.
• Supporting records management quality control and compliance activities.
• Assisting with the development and maintenance of Administrative Records (ARs), including establishing local information repositories to house ARs.
• Supporting the collection, organization, digitization, and management of large volumes of environmental documents across multiple projects.
• Writing and conducting research for work plans such as Community Relations Plans and Land Use Control Implementation Plans.
• Cooking and participating in public meetings and outreach events, which may include setting up projectors and poster boards for presentations or a canopy for an outreach event.
• Preparing public-facing documents such as public notices, fact sheets, slide decks, brochures, and newsletters.
• Conducting records research online and in person to assist in developing operational and regulatory histories for inclusion in reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in records management, library science, public administration, or a related, research-oriented field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Access, Excel, and Word.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience conducting basic research, compiling data, and preparing clear, concise summaries or reports.
• Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with internal teams and community stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to pass a background check to obtain a government-issued identification card for access to records systems.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, as needed for records handling and file management.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a project-based environment, preferably supporting environmental programs, public sector initiatives, or government contracts.
• Familiarity with records management systems, document control processes, or digital archiving tools.
• Experience supporting community engagement efforts, public outreach, or stakeholder coordination activities.
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat for document review, redaction, and formatting.
• Experience using Microsoft SharePoint or similar collaboration platforms for document management and information sharing.
• Experience leveraging emerging technologies (e.g., AI tools) to support document organization, data analysis, and workflow efficiency.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
• Professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, as needed for records handling and file management.
• Experience working in a project-based environment, preferably supporting environmental programs, public sector initiatives, or government contracts.
• Familiarity with records management systems, document control processes, or digital archiving tools.
• Experience supporting community engagement efforts, public outreach, or stakeholder coordination activities.
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat for document review, redaction, and formatting.
• Experience using Microsoft SharePoint or similar collaboration platforms for document management and information sharing.
• Experience leveraging emerging technologies (e.g., AI tools) to support document organization, data analysis, and workflow efficiency.

Benefits

This position does not offer benefits.

Pay

The annual salary for this position ranges from $41,143 - $55,543.

Schedule

HGL office work is dictated by a 5-day work week. This role is exempt and not eligible for overtime.