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3 Current Job Postings

Geoscientist/Geologist

09-21-2009 (Immediate Employment Opportunity)

Horizon Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking to hire an experienced Texas Licensed Professional Geoscientist/Geologist. Desired skills include experience conducting geologic assessments in Texas and the Austin area, as well as Environmental Assessments pursuant to requirements set forth in the City of Austin Land Development Code Section 25-8-121. Other preferred areas of experience include project management, and preparation of project scopes and budgets. Familiarity with additional environmental regulatory considerations including threatened or endangered species and cultural resource issues is also desired. Interested parties should provide résumés and professional references to Horizon's Ecological Group Manager, Mr. Shannon Dorsey, at shannon_dorsey@horizon-esi.com. Mr. Dorsey can be reached at (512) 328-2430 during normal business hours.

General responsibilities include project management; budget, proposal, and scope preparation; fieldwork; technical reporting; client and agency interaction; and marketing.

Requirements:

Candidates must minimally possess the following

  • B.A./B.S. or other qualifying degree in Geological Science or a closely related field.
  • M.A./M.S. or other qualifying degree in Geological Science or a closely related field.
  • Hold a license or registration as a professional geoscientisit/geologist in the State of Texas.
  • Have a minimum of 5 years of continuous or equivalent professional experience with geologic assessments, including at least 2 years of supervisory/management experience.
  • Have in hand (or be able to obtain) TxDOT pre-certifications in the relevant categories
  • Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised as well as to perform as a productive and enthusiastic part of a professional team.

Candidates possessing the following additional certification will be highly considered

  • Registered Environmental Professional, Registered Environmental Property Assessor, Registered Environmental Manager (or similar)
Benefits:

Horizon offers highly competitive salary and benefits packages and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, integrated environment with other environmental professionals. This is a full-time, salaried position with full benefits (paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave; insurance; and 401(k) plan). Salary is commensurate with educational and professional experience. Interested parties should submit (mail/fax/e-mail) a letter of interest, résumés, writing samples, salary requirements, and at least 3 references to:

Mr. Shannon Dorsey: Principal/Ecological Group Manager
Horizon Environmental Services, Inc.
1507 South IH 35, Austin, Texas 78741
Phone: (512) 328-2430
Fax: (512) 328-1804
Email: shannon_dorsey@horizon-esi.com

Successful candidates must pass a drug test as a condition of hire and may be subject to random drug screening.

Horizon is an equal-opportunity employer.

Project Manager - Electric Transmission Line

09-21-2009 (Immediate Employment Opportunity)

Horizon Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking to hire a Project Manager with experience in the routing and permitting of electric transmission lines. Desired skills include the management and preparation of RUS Environmental Reports; state public utility commission EAs/CCNs; Section 404 Permit applications; and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans. Familiarity with additional environmental regulatory considerations including threatened or endangered species and cultural resource issues and expert testimony experience is also desired.

General Responsibilities:

Proposal preparation; project management; fieldwork; report preparation; client and agency interaction; and marketing Horizon's services to the electric utility industry.

Candidates must minimally possess the following:

  • B.A., M.A. /M.S. or other qualifying degree closely related to Environmental Planning or Environmental Sciences. An advanced degree is preferred.
  • 5 years or more of continuous or equivalent professional experience, including at least 2 years of supervisory/management experience related to the permitting of facilities for the electric utility industry.
  • Understanding of environmental requirements for state public utility commission approvals, particularly in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.
  • Understanding of RUS environmental policies and procedures, NEPA, CWA regulations, and Section 106 of the NHPA.
  • Ability to generate a substantial portion of his/her own work load.
  • Ability to work unsupervised as well as to become a productive and enthusiastic part of a team.
Benefits:

Horizon offers a highly competitive salary and benefit package and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with other environmental professionals. This is a full-time, salaried position with full benefits (e.g., paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; insurance; and 401(k) plan). Salary is commensurate with educational and professional experience.

Interested persons should submit (mail/fax/e-mail) a letter of interest, résumés, writing samples, salary requirements, and at least 3 references to:

Mr. Shannon Dorsey: Principal/Ecological Group Manager
Horizon Environmental Services, Inc.
1507 South IH 35, Austin, Texas 78741
Phone: (512) 328-2430
Fax: (512) 328-1804
Email: shannon_dorsey@horizon-esi.com

Successful candidates must pass a drug test as a condition of hire and may be subject to random drug screening.

Horizon is an equal-opportunity employer.

Wetland Biologist

09-22-2009 (Immediate Employment Opportunity)

Horizon Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking to hire an experienced wetland biologist for immediate employment. Desired skills include wetland determination and delineation per the 1987 US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Wetland Delineation Manual as well as the recently issued regional supplements. Applicants must have experience with preparation of Clean Water Act Section 404 Nationwide and Individual Permitting application packages with various USACE District Offices, project management, and preparation of project scopes and budgets. Familiarity with additional environmental regulatory considerations including threatened or endangered species and cultural resource issues is also desired. Interested parties should provide résumés and professional references to Horizon's Ecological Group Manager, Mr. Shannon Dorsey, at shannon_dorsey@horizon-esi.com. Mr. Dorsey can be reached at (512) 328-2430 during normal business hours.

General responsibilities include project management; budget, proposal, and scope preparation; fieldwork; technical reporting; client and agency interaction; and marketing.

Requirements:

Candidates must minimally possess the following

  • M.A./M.S. or other qualifying advanced degree in Ecological Science or a closely related field.
  • Senior Wetland Biologists will have a minimum of 5 years of continuous or equivalent professional experience in Wetland Biology, including at least 2 years of supervisory/management experience.
  • Junior Wetland Biologists will have a minimum of 2 years of continuous or equivalent professional experience in Wetland Biology, including at least 6 months of supervisory/management experience.
  • Thorough understanding of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.
  • Demonstrated experience with preparation and successful acquisition of Nationwide and Individual Permit application packages.
  • Have in hand (or be able to obtain) Texas Department of Transportation precertification in the relevant categories.
  • The ability to work unsupervised as well as to be a productive and enthusiastic part of a team.

Candidates possessing the following additional qualifications will be highly considered:

  • PWS - Professional Wetland Scientist

Candidate will be expected to generate a substantial portion of his/her own project load as a condition of continuing employment.

Benefits:

Horizon offers highly competitive salary and benefits packages and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, integrated environment with other environmental professionals. This is a full-time, salaried position with full benefits (paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; insurance; and 401(k) plan). Salary is commensurate with educational and professional experience. Interested parties should submit (mail/fax/e-mail) a letter of interest, résumés, writing samples, salary requirements, and at least 3 references to:

Mr. Shannon Dorsey; Principal/Ecological Group Manager
Horizon Environmental Services, Inc.
1507 South IH 35, Austin, Texas 78741
Phone: (512) 328-2430
Fax: (512) 328-1804
Email: shannon_dorsey@horizon-esi.com

Successful candidates must pass a drug test as a condition of hire and may be subject to random drug screening.

Horizon is an equal-opportunity employer.

Administrative Assistant

09-21-2009 (Immediate Employment Opportunity)

Horizon Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking to hire an administrative assistant with experience in the environmental consulting and/or engineering industry. This position will assist Horizon's upper management staff with organization for ongoing projects, new projects, and marketing efforts.

General Responsibilities:

Desired skills include excellent organizational and time management skills as well as excellent communication skills. Experience with file management and administrative office experience is a must. The desired candidate will have the ability to prioritize tasks and responsibilities in a fast paced work environment. Must be proficient and accurate in typing/keyboarding and have Working knowledege of MS Word, Powerpoint, Publisher etc. Experience conducting internet research and email marketing efforts is a plus.

Requirements:

Candidates must minimally possess the following

  • Valid Texas driver's license.
  • Understanding of general environmental/engineering industry practices.
  • Ability to work unsupervised as well as to become a productive and enthusiastic part of a team.
Benefits:

Horizon offers a highly competitive salary and benefit package and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with other environmental professionals. This is a full-time, salaried position with full benefits (e.g., paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; insurance; and 401(k) plan). Salary is commensurate with educational and professional experience.

Interested persons should submit (mail/fax/e-mail) a letter of interest, résumé, writing samples, salary requirements, and at least 3 references to:

Mr. Shannon Dorsey: Principal/Ecological Group Manager
Horizon Environmental Services, Inc.
1507 South IH 35, Austin, Texas 78741
Phone: (512) 328-2430
Fax: (512) 328-1804
Email: shannon_dorsey@horizon-esi.com

Successful candidates must pass a drug test as a condition of hire and may be subject to random drug screening.

Horizon is an equal-opportunity employer.

Please mail, fax, or e-mail your résumé with a cover letter referencing the position you are applying for to:

Horizon Environmental Services, Inc.
ATTN: Human Resources
1507 South IH 35, Austin, Texas 78741
Fax: (512) 328-1804
Email: careers@horizon-esi.com