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General Description
Under the Project Manager's guidance, the Environmental Scientist: NEPA/ Natural Resources will provide technical support for NASA Glenn Research Center's National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), environmental planning, and Natural Resources Management programs, and support Cultural Resources Management activities as needed. The position will conduct environmental reviews, evaluate potential environmental impacts, prepare NEPA documentation, and support natural resource assessments and regulatory compliance activities. The Environmental Scientist will work closely with NASA personnel and other stakeholders to support environmental planning and resource management decisions.
This position supports NASA Glenn Research Center operations at Lewis Field and the Neil A. Armstrong Test Facility (GRC-ATF), helping ensure environmental activities comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and NASA requirements.
How You Will Fulfill Your Mission
- Conduct environmental planning and compliance reviews for proposed programs, projects, and activities, identifying potential environmental impacts, applicable regulatory requirements, and appropriate compliance approaches.
- Prepare and support the development of NEPA documentation, including Categorical Exclusions (CATEXs), NEPA Checklists, Records of Environmental Consideration (RECs), Environmental Assessments (EAs), and contributions to Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) and other environmental studies as needed.
- Review project plans, drawings, designs, technical information, and supporting documentation to evaluate potential environmental impacts and identify necessary environmental reviews or consultations.
- Coordinate environmental reviews with NASA project managers, technical leads, principal investigators, action proponents, and other stakeholders to gather information, evaluate proposed actions, and support environmental planning decisions.
- Participate in project meetings, site visits, scoping activities, and other coordination efforts necessary to understand proposed projects and assess environmental considerations.
- Support the Natural Resources Management Program, including implementation of the Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) and associated conservation and resource management activities.
- Conduct or support natural resource assessments, field surveys, and ecological monitoring involving wildlife, vegetation, habitats, wetlands, invasive species, and other natural resources.
- Assist with regulatory compliance activities under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), including Section 7 reviews and consultations, biological assessments, threatened and endangered species evaluations, and coordination with appropriate resource agencies.
- Support compliance with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) and other applicable natural resource protection requirements.
- Research and evaluate environmental regulations, policies, and technical information to provide recommendations and support environmental planning and compliance decisions.
- Prepare technical reports, environmental analyses, correspondence, and supporting documentation that clearly communicate environmental findings and recommendations.
- Maintain NEPA administrative records, environmental project trackers, compliance documentation, and other applicable reporting systems; monitor and document completion of environmental commitments.
- Coordinate with federal, state, and local regulatory and resource agencies, as appropriate, to support environmental reviews, consultations, and permitting activities.
- Provide support to the Cultural Resources Management Program as needed, including National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Section 106 and 110 compliance, consultation coordination, cultural resource assessments, and integration of cultural resource considerations into NEPA reviews.
- Support environmental due diligence activities, including Environmental Baseline Surveys, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, and other environmental evaluations associated with property transactions, demolition, or proposed site activities, as assigned.
- Collaborate with NASA personnel and HSG team members to support changing project priorities, address environmental planning needs, and ensure timely completion of assigned work.
- Provide support to other areas of the contract, HSG customers, and projects as required.
- Ensure all work is performed in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, performance work statements, health and safety requirements, job hazard analyses, and approved standard operating procedures.
Why We Value You
- You are able to work independently and show a high level of initiative and attention to detail.
- You have a consistent character and do not yield to pressure to compromise or cut corners.
- You have a strong ability to communicate effectively with superiors, colleagues, and customers by clearly expressing your intent and understanding the focus and purpose of the conversation while allowing each person to get their point across.
- You are open to new ideas and innovations and can create modifications or changes in yourself to adapt or suit a new environment/situation.
- You have faith in your own ideas and ability to be successful.
- You hold yourself to the highest standard and work to inspire your team to produce quality work.
Specific Knowledge/Certification Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Natural Resources, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Policy, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in environmental planning, NEPA compliance, natural resources management, or a related field. Candidates with approximately 2–5 years of relevant experience are preferred.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience conducting environmental reviews and applying NEPA requirements to projects, programs, or operational activities.
- Experience preparing or substantively contributing to NEPA documentation, such as Categorical Exclusions, NEPA Checklists, Records of Environmental Consideration (RECs), Environmental Assessments (EAs), or Environmental Impact Statements (EISs).
- Working knowledge of NEPA, ESA Section 7, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and other applicable federal environmental regulations.
- Ability to evaluate proposed actions, identify potential environmental impacts, and determine appropriate environmental review or compliance requirements.
- Experience reviewing project plans, technical information, and supporting documentation to support environmental planning and regulatory compliance.
- Strong technical writing skills, including experience preparing environmental reports, analyses, regulatory documentation, or similar technical materials.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with project personnel, technical specialists, management, and customer representatives.
- Demonstrated organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and meet established deadlines.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to obtain and maintain required NASA facility access.
Working Conditions
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
- Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods of time; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear; have sufficient manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, calculator, telephone, and other such office equipment as necessary; may occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds or more with assistance. Specific visual abilities required by the job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.
- Work Environment: Work will mainly be performed in an office setting with occasional outdoor activities and may require irregular hours
- Travel: A low to moderate amount of travel away from office may be required.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in natural resources specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in natural resources, environmental science, biology, or a closely related field
- Experience conducting field assessments, environmental surveys, or ecological inventories
- Knowledge of federal environmental regulations including NEPA, ESA, and Clean Water Act
- Proficiency with GIS software such as ArcGIS for mapping and spatial data analysis
- Valid driver's license and willingness to work in remote or rugged outdoor environments
- Experience writing technical reports, environmental impact assessments, or agency correspondence
Tips for Your Natural Resources Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to agency mission
Federal and state agencies each have distinct conservation priorities. Align your resume's summary and bullet points to the specific agency's resource focus, whether that's watershed protection, timber management, or endangered species recovery, so reviewers see the match immediately.
List your field certifications prominently
Certifications like PWS, CFM, or state-specific pesticide applicator licenses set you apart in federal screening. Put them in a dedicated credentials section near the top, not buried in the education block where automated filters can miss them.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists natural resources specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by GS grade or equivalent
Many federal natural resources specialist roles use General Schedule pay grades that correspond to education and experience levels. Filter and apply to openings at the GS grade you qualify for to avoid getting screened out before a human reviewer sees your application.
Prepare scenario answers about regulatory work
Interviewers frequently ask how you've navigated NEPA reviews, Section 7 consultations, or permit conflicts. Prepare two or three concrete examples where you resolved a compliance issue or coordinated across agencies, using specific outcomes rather than general process descriptions.
Negotiate relocation terms before accepting
Many natural resources specialist roles are in rural or remote locations with limited local candidate pools. Agencies and consulting firms often have relocation budgets, but they rarely volunteer that information. Ask directly during the offer conversation before you sign anything.
Natural Resources Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most natural resources specialists?
The most active employers for natural resources specialists right now are Burns & McDonnell, Accenture, and Logic, and the most openings are in Texas, Illinois, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Federal agencies, state environmental departments, and environmental consulting firms consistently account for the largest share of postings.
How many natural resources specialist jobs are remote?
About 70% of natural resources specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the field's heavy reliance on on-site data collection and outdoor work. Policy analysis, GIS mapping, technical writing, and regulatory compliance roles are most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements compared to field-based positions.
How do you become a natural resources specialist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in natural resources management, environmental science, biology, forestry, or a related discipline. Build field experience through internships, volunteer work with land trusts, or seasonal positions with the Forest Service or Fish and Wildlife Service. Earn relevant certifications such as GIS credentials or wetland delineator training, and develop technical writing skills since most roles require producing assessments and reports.
Can you get a natural resources specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level natural resources specialist roles exist and are often labeled as technician or assistant positions within federal and state agencies. Seasonal fieldwork, AmeriCorps service, or conservation corps programs count as qualifying experience for many postings. Highlight any coursework involving field methods, species identification, water quality sampling, or GIS, since technical skills can offset a shorter work history when you're starting out.
What does the natural resources specialist interview process look like?
Most employers use a structured panel interview with behavioral and situational questions focused on regulatory knowledge, field judgment, and interagency coordination. Federal positions often include a written assessment or ranking questionnaire before the interview stage. Expect questions about how you've handled competing resource priorities, managed stakeholder relationships, or applied specific environmental regulations in your previous work.
Where can I find and apply to natural resources specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to natural resources specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location preferences.
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