H-1B Visa Environmental Analyst Jobs
Environmental Analyst roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when they require at least a bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field. Employers in consulting, government contracting, and energy file H-1B petitions for these roles regularly, making it one of the more accessible paths for international professionals with technical environmental credentials.
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We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.
If you want to be a part of this innovative team, apply today.
Under limited supervision of the Technical Analyst Senior, employee will perform technical work and provide expert level technical input to the Engineering staff and other staff in a collaborative team environment. This position shall research technical issues related to the restoration of past mining activities and associated impacted water quality. Shall work with engineering and other staff to develop appropriate restoration strategies for both land and water impacts, accounting for site specific physical, geologic, chemical, and biologic requirements. Consult on the implementation of necessary revisions to existing permitted plans for land and water restoration and other high priority projects required by the program.
Duties include:
- Research site land and water restoration plans contained in the previously issued mining permit, analyze on ground data in relation to the established plan to formulate alterations, and provide specific recommendations to Engineering or other staff for implementation in written reports, verbal consultations, or multimedia presentations.
- Prepare technical documents to provide to Engineering staff for the purpose of preparing bids for land and water restoration projects on sites impacted by previous mining activity. This may include assisting with, providing input to, or providing draft technical specifications, bid documents, plans, and cost estimates.
- Utilization of computer programs for modeling, drafting, or analysis (such as AMDTreat, AutoCAD, Global Mapper, etc.), will be necessary to be efficient in the position.
- Coordinate on ground with impacted or involved parties on individual land and water restoration projects on previously mined lands. This shall include local, state, or federal agencies, consultants, contractors, property owners, or the general public.
- Advise program management on program or operational issues related to specific restoration projects.
- Provide technical assistance during planning, implementation of new projects, or review of completed projects.
- Provide training to on ground staff related to analysis and findings for these projects.
- Assist Engineering and other staff with review or compilation of technical documents, submittals, invoices, inspection reports, change orders, etc.
- Assist Engineering and other staff with Pre-bid and Pre-Construction conferences as requested.
Notes:
- Regular attendance is an essential part of this position.
- Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet-based profile assessment to compare the applicant's thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position.
- The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter.
- All new employees that are involved with Specific DEP programs subject to the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMRCA) of 1977 must file prior to final appointment and annually thereafter, a Statement of Employment and Financial Interest (OSM 23).
- Note: Applicants may complete an application and apply directly to DEPprehire@wv.gov. Please include posting number DEP2700038 on application.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
OR
Substitution: Additional experience as described below may substitute for the required training at a rate of one (1) year of experience for every fifteen (15) semester hours of graduate training and/or every thirty (30) semester hours of undergraduate training.
AND
Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in the specialty area.
Other Information
Preference given for AutoCAD experience, AMD water treatment and land reclamation experience.
Nature of Work
We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.
If you want to be a part of this innovative team, apply today.
Under limited supervision of the Technical Analyst Senior, employee will perform technical work and provide expert level technical input to the Engineering staff and other staff in a collaborative team environment. This position shall research technical issues related to the restoration of past mining activities and associated impacted water quality. Shall work with engineering and other staff to develop appropriate restoration strategies for both land and water impacts, accounting for site specific physical, geologic, chemical, and biologic requirements. Consult on the implementation of necessary revisions to existing permitted plans for land and water restoration and other high priority projects required by the program.
Duties include:
- Research site land and water restoration plans contained in the previously issued mining permit, analyze on ground data in relation to the established plan to formulate alterations, and provide specific recommendations to Engineering or other staff for implementation in written reports, verbal consultations, or multimedia presentations.
- Prepare technical documents to provide to Engineering staff for the purpose of preparing bids for land and water restoration projects on sites impacted by previous mining activity. This may include assisting with, providing input to, or providing draft technical specifications, bid documents, plans, and cost estimates.
- Utilization of computer programs for modeling, drafting, or analysis (such as AMDTreat, AutoCAD, Global Mapper, etc.), will be necessary to be efficient in the position.
- Coordinate on ground with impacted or involved parties on individual land and water restoration projects on previously mined lands. This shall include local, state, or federal agencies, consultants, contractors, property owners, or the general public.
- Advise program management on program or operational issues related to specific restoration projects.
- Provide technical assistance during planning, implementation of new projects, or review of completed projects.
- Provide training to on ground staff related to analysis and findings for these projects.
- Assist Engineering and other staff with review or compilation of technical documents, submittals, invoices, inspection reports, change orders, etc.
- Assist Engineering and other staff with Pre-bid and Pre-Construction conferences as requested.
Notes:
- Regular attendance is an essential part of this position.
- Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet-based profile assessment to compare the applicant's thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position.
- The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter.
- All new employees that are involved with Specific DEP programs subject to the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMRCA) of 1977 must file prior to final appointment and annually thereafter, a Statement of Employment and Financial Interest (OSM 23).
- Note: Applicants may complete an application and apply directly to DEPprehire@wv.gov. Please include posting number DEP2700038 on application.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
OR
Substitution: Additional experience as described below may substitute for the required training at a rate of one (1) year of experience for every fifteen (15) semester hours of graduate training and/or every thirty (30) semester hours of undergraduate training.
AND
Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in the specialty area.
Other Information
Preference given for AutoCAD experience, AMD water treatment and land reclamation experience.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Analyst
Align your degree to specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to your Environmental Analyst duties. A degree in environmental science, civil engineering, chemistry, or geology typically satisfies this. Geography or general biology degrees may trigger a Request for Evidence, so prepare a credential evaluation explaining the connection.
Target employers with NEPA and EPA compliance work
Federal contractors and engineering firms handling National Environmental Policy Act reviews or EPA-regulated remediation projects file H-1B petitions consistently. These employers understand specialty occupation documentation for analysts and are less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-process due to unfamiliarity with the visa.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified H-1B sponsors
Search Environmental Analyst roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active Labor Condition Application filing history through DOL. This filters out postings from employers who have never sponsored H-1B workers, saving you time on applications that won't lead to a petition.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and job level. Look up the wage level using the OFLC Wage Search under SOC code 19-2041 before negotiating. An offer below prevailing wage legally cannot proceed to LCA certification.
Confirm your role title maps to the correct SOC code
Environmental Analyst positions sometimes get filed under 19-2041 (Environmental Scientists) or 17-2081 (Environmental Engineers) depending on duties. Ask your employer which SOC code they plan to use on the LCA, since a mismatch between your actual duties and the filed code can cause USCIS to deny the petition.
Request premium processing if your start date is firm
Standard H-1B adjudication can take several months. If your employer needs you on-site by a specific project start date, ask them to file Form I-907 for premium processing, which guarantees a USCIS decision within 15 business days and protects both parties from project delays.
H-1B Visa Environmental Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position genuinely requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as environmental science, environmental engineering, chemistry, or geology. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are harder to qualify. Your employer's job description must specify the degree requirement, and O*NET classifies Environmental Scientists and Specialists as a Job Zone 4 occupation, which supports the specialty occupation argument.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Environmental Analyst positions?
Environmental consulting firms, federal government contractors, energy companies, and large engineering firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Employers doing work under EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, or Department of Defense contracts tend to have established immigration processes. Browse open roles with verified H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate to identify active sponsors before you apply.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Environmental Analyst employer?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for USCIS approval, provided you're in valid H-1B status. The new employer must file a new LCA at the prevailing wage for your new location. If your duties or work site change significantly, the employer may need to refile rather than amend.
How does a multi-site Environmental Analyst role affect the H-1B petition?
Environmental Analysts frequently work across multiple project sites, which complicates the LCA. DOL requires a separate LCA or a blanket LCA covering each worksite location where you'll spend more than a few days. If your employer doesn't account for this upfront, USCIS can issue a Request for Evidence or deny the petition. Clarify your project locations with your employer's immigration attorney before the LCA is filed.
Does a master's degree in environmental science improve my H-1B chances?
A master's degree strengthens your specialty occupation argument and places you at a higher DOL wage level, which some employers use to justify higher compensation in competitive markets. It doesn't change your odds in the H-1B lottery directly, but advanced degrees from U.S. institutions make you eligible for the master's cap, which gives you a second selection chance and statistically better selection odds. USCIS considers both degree level and field relevance when adjudicating the petition.