Environmental Specialist Jobs

Environmental Specialist jobs are open across government agencies, consulting firms, energy companies, and manufacturing, from entry-level technician roles to senior and principal positions, with common specializations in remediation, compliance, and environmental impact assessment. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles728+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerRyder System
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type81% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Veolia
Environmental Specialist I
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Environmental Specialist I
Veolia
Phoenix, Arizona
Specialized Engineering
Environmental Engineering
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Environmental Specialist I
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Environmental Specialist I
Veolia
Phoenix, Arizona
Specialized Engineering
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Environmental Engineering
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Veolia
Environmental Specialist I
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Environmental Specialist I
Veolia
Phoenix, Arizona
Specialized Engineering
Environmental Engineering
On-Site
High School
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Veolia
Environmental Specialist III
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Veolia
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Environmental Specialist III
Veolia
Lakeland, Florida
Specialized Engineering
Compliance & Legal
Environmental Engineering
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Veolia
Environmental Specialist I
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Environmental Specialist I
Veolia
Phoenix, Arizona
Specialized Engineering
Environmental Engineering
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Environmental Specialist Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Ryder System
    Ryder System52
  • Veolia
    Veolia29
  • WSP
    WSP29
  • GFT
    GFT23
  • Arcadis
    Arcadis15

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services274
  • Construction & Real Estate61
  • Energy41
  • Education40
  • Manufacturing33

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in environmental specialist jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, biology, or a related field
  • Experience conducting site assessments, field sampling, or environmental audits
  • Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations including RCRA, CERCLA, and Clean Water Act
  • HAZWOPER 40-hour certification or willingness to obtain before start date
  • Proficiency with GIS software and environmental data management systems
  • Strong technical writing skills for regulatory reports, permits, and compliance documentation

Tips for Your Environmental Specialist Job Search

Tailor your resume for each sector

Government agency listings prioritize regulatory knowledge and report writing, while consulting firms weight field sampling experience and client deliverables. Read each job posting carefully and mirror the language used so your resume reflects the employer's actual priorities.

List certifications prominently on your resume

Credentials like HAZWOPER 40-hour, NEPA specialist training, or state-specific certifications screen you in before a hiring manager reads anything else. Put them in a dedicated section near the top, not buried under education.

Search by regulation type to find relevant openings

Filter job searches by keywords like RCRA, CERCLA, Clean Water Act, or NPDES to surface roles matching your regulatory background. Generic searches for 'environmental specialist' return a wide mix that may not match your actual expertise.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists environmental specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare a technical case study for interviews

Interviewers in this field routinely ask you to walk through a real project, a site assessment you led, a compliance issue you resolved, or a remediation plan you developed. Have one example ready with clear context, actions you took, and the outcome.

Negotiate using scope, not just title

When discussing offers, ask about project variety, solo versus team fieldwork, and travel expectations, because day-to-day scope varies widely across environmental specialist roles even at the same pay band. Clarify these before accepting.

Environmental Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most environmental specialists?

The companies hiring the most environmental specialists right now include Ryder System, Veolia, and WSP, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Environmental consulting firms and state government agencies consistently account for a large portion of active postings year-round.

How many environmental specialist jobs are remote?

About 19% of environmental specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, though field-heavy roles in site remediation and sampling rarely offer remote options. Compliance review, environmental impact report writing, and regulatory coordination positions are the sub-areas most likely to allow full or partial remote arrangements.

How do you become an environmental specialist?

Start with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, chemistry, or a closely related discipline. Gain field experience through internships, government cooperative programs, or entry-level technician roles focused on sampling or compliance monitoring. Earn HAZWOPER certification early, then pursue state-specific credentials as you specialize in areas like remediation, air quality, or water resource management.

Can you get hired as an environmental specialist with little experience?

Yes, entry-level environmental specialist roles exist specifically for candidates with a relevant degree but limited work history. Emphasize field coursework, senior thesis projects, volunteer environmental monitoring, or any lab experience on your resume. Targeting positions at smaller consulting firms or local government agencies tends to yield more openings that accept candidates who are still building their field hours.

What does the environmental specialist interview process look like?

Most hiring processes include an initial phone screen with HR, followed by a technical interview where you walk through past projects, discuss regulatory frameworks you have worked under, and may be asked to interpret sample data or a compliance scenario. Final rounds often include a panel with senior scientists or project managers, and some employers add a brief writing exercise or site visit component.

Where can I find and apply to environmental specialist jobs?

You can find and apply to environmental specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the page.

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