Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Environmental Assessment Specialist

Location: St. Thomas & St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
Position Type: Hourly Contract (90 day period with possible extension)
Clearance/Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S. and its territories. All employees are subject to a criminal history check for base access.

TULK is seeking an Environmental Assessment Specialist to support preparing Environmental Condition of Property (ECP) Reports for the Estate Bethlehem Military Compound (St. Croix) and the Estate Nazareth Military Compound (St. Thomas). This role involves conducting field inspections, stakeholder interviews, and records reviews in accordance with the Army National Guard ECP Process Handbook (Dec 2023) and ASTM Standards D6008 and D5746 .

• Conduct site reconnaissance and field investigations , including:

  • Visual inspections of soils, vegetation, drainage, and infrastructure.

  • Identifying potential environmental hazards such as stained soils, odors, or stressed vegetation.

• Perform records reviews (environmental permits, historical aerials, prior studies, and databases) following ASTM D5746.

• Conduct and document interviews with current and former site personnel per ASTM D6008.

• Compile data, photographs, maps, and supporting materials into Draft and Final Environmental Condition of Property (ECP) Reports .

• Maintain a Daily Project Log , documenting site activities and observations.

• Serve as the Competent Person for assigned workdays, ensuring safe and compliant field operations.

• Ensure compliance with safety standards (OSHA, territorial regulations, USACE EM 385-1-1).

• Complete required training, including AT Level I Awareness and iWatch Program , within 15 days of hire.

• Coordinate with VING Environmental Office, contracting officer representatives, and project manager to deliver timely and accurate reports.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum 3 years of experience conducting environmental site assessments, Phase I/II ESAs, or similar federal/state environmental compliance projects.

• Familiarity with ASTM standards (D6008, D5746, and E1527) .

• Strong writing skills with experience drafting technical environmental reports.

• Ability to conduct structured interviews and synthesize findings.

• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel) and GIS or mapping software.

• US Citizenship: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and its territories.

• Valid U.S. government–issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, etc.).

Preferred

• Prior experience with Department of Defense (DoD) or National Guard environmental projects.

• Knowledge of hazardous materials, waste management, and remediation practices .

• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification (preferred but not required).

• Previous work in the Caribbean or coastal environments.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Travel required between St. Thomas and St. Croix.

• Must be able to carry field equipment (up to 30 lbs).

• Competitive hourly rate.

• Per Diem for travel to St Thomas and St Croix.

• Opportunity to contribute to critical environmental stewardship for the Virgin Islands National Guard.

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