Staff Geologist II

About the role

Halff has an immediate opening for a Staff Geologist II, Environmental Engineer, or Environmental Scientist to join our established and growing team located in our Tampa, FL office.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and provide support of field investigations, including environmental media sampling, groundwater monitoring, and site characterization.
• Support State Departments of Environmental Protection/Commission on Environmental Quality, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) documentation and reporting.
• Complete Phase I and Phase II projects.
• Support field efforts for Department of Defense installations/bases.
• Complete Phase I ESA Reports, Phase II Reports, Site-Safety Health Plans, Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs), Waste Management Plans, data summary tables/interpretation, and support completion of State required regulatory documentation.
• Communicate with clients for property access and site data to support Phase I and Phase II.
• Build relationships to become a trusted advisor to clients, both internal and external.
• Be receptive to training and guidance on fieldwork, data interpretation, and reporting.
• Participate in professional development through guidance.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in environmental remediation and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in geology/earth science or engineering degree (capable of obtaining a PG or a PE license); Master's or Ph.D. is a plus.
• At least 4 years of experience with Phase I ESA, Phase II ESA, soil sampling, groundwater sampling, site assessment, Brownfields, remediation, groundwater monitoring, and field work.
• Current Professional Geoscientist in training (GIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license, or able and willing to obtain within four years.
• Ability to access federal facilities or obtain Common Access Card (CAC).
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for fieldwork, as needed.
• Coordinating and completing technical field investigations for multi-media environmental sampling projects.
• Understanding of geological principles, soil mechanics, human health and ecological exposure pathways, and preferential pathways.
• Ability to conduct geological fieldwork, including sampling techniques and logging of boreholes and test pits.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret laboratory, technical, and regulatory data accurately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing technical reports.
• Problem-solving aptitude to support complex field and reporting challenges.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Additional skills in regulatory compliance, stormwater, spill prevention, and general permitting requirements are a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to support mobilizations/travel for up to 10 days at a time.
• Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.
• Must be able to work prolonged periods in the field (over 8 hours/day) which includes standing, squatting, and lifting.
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions (i.e., heat, cold, etc.).

Qualifications

• Professional Geoscientist in training (GIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license, or able and willing to obtain within four years.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for fieldwork, as needed.
• Ability to access federal facilities or obtain Common Access Card (CAC).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret laboratory, technical, and regulatory data accurately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing technical reports.
• Problem-solving aptitude to support complex field and reporting challenges.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Additional skills in regulatory compliance, stormwater, spill prevention, and general permitting requirements are a plus.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to support mobilizations/travel for up to 10 days at a time.
• Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.
• Must be able to work prolonged periods in the field (over 8 hours/day) which includes standing, squatting, and lifting.
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions (i.e., heat, cold, etc.).

Skills

• Fieldwork and data interpretation skills.
• Data analysis and report writing abilities.
• Technical writing and communication skills.
• Project management and coordination skills.
• Regulatory compliance and environmental law knowledge.
• Collaborative teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans).
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 529 College Savings Plan.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Plan.

Pay

The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This position may require occasional travel for fieldwork.

Company Overview

Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm with over 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Arizona, and Georgia. Halff has completed thousands of environmental projects and serves a broad range of commercial, industrial, and government clients. Our regulatory knowledge and relationships minimize risks and ensure successful permitting and procurement of regulatory approvals. Halff offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, prescription and life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans), traditional and Roth 401(k) plans, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), health savings account (HSA), 529 college savings plan, flexible spending accounts (FSA), and employee assistance plan. Halff is a drug-free workplace and this offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.