Straughan Environmental, Inc. is a woman-owned, leading engineering and environmental firm advancing sustainable and resilient communities. With a 25-year history of growth through performance on large, complex, and high-profile projects, we provide solutions to diverse clients in the federal government, local government, transportation, water/wastewater and energy markets.  Our mission is advancing sustainable and resilient communities, and we work every day to achieve our mission in surprising ways. Whether our team is managing one of our multi-million dollar environmental compliance programs for Federal agencies like NASA, engineering an ecological restoration project, working on environmental policy and planning, or identifying wetland plants in the field, each member of our team individually and collectively contributes uniquely to advancing sustainable and resilient communities.

Job Purpose

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) provides leadership in a partnership effort to help people conserve, maintain and improve our natural resources and environment. Straughan Environmental, Inc. works with NRCS, helping to create and manage spatial data for easement programs managed by NRCS’ Easement Program Division. The work performed in this role serves NRCS’ mission of ‘helping people help the land,’ working with landowners to voluntarily put conservation on the ground and preserve the natural environment for future generations. Straughan is looking for a GIS Specialist to aid in this mission with the duties and responsibilities listed below.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with technical analysis on GIS computer applications, provides technical support and promotes GIS technology
• Identifies, creates, collects, converts, integrates, and manages geospatial datasets and metadata on multiple simultaneous projects.
• Analyzes technical problems and devises new approaches and alternative solutions
• Develops or maintains GIS applications using a combination of GIS software, web-based development tools, and/or Windows development tools
• Processes and analyzes raster and vector geospatial data in support of clients and staff including engineers, environmental scientists, and planners
• Create and disseminate production workflow documents
• Coordination of geospatial data across platforms (desktop, tablet, GPS receivers, etc.)
• QA/QC of cartographic outputs

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, or related field

Experience

·         A minimum of one year experience including experience in the preparation of GIS products, all ESRI GIS software products, in addition to open-source tools

·         In-depth knowledge of ESRI’s software, including ArcGIS 10.X, ArcGIS Online, and Collector for ArcGIS.

·         Experience reading legal descriptions and survey plats that are part of legal documents to develop shapefiles for easement programs

·         Knowledge of cartography, coordinate systems, map projections, and topology

·         Proficiency in basic computer applications, especially MS Office (Word, Excel, and Access)

·         Strong verbal, organizational and written communication skills

·         Ability to work across multiple projects simultaneously and in an organized fashion

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geography, GIS, or related field
• Experience and interest in emerging technologies
• Drone piloting and sensor data collection and manipulation experience
• Tool creation using ESRI Model Builder
• Experience in GIS programming with Python and the ArcPy suite of tools
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
• Contributing member of a professional organization or interest in becoming active in a professional organization
• Experience as a federal government contractor

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by applicable law.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time

As a condition of employment, Straughan employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 except those for whom are legally entitled to an accommodation. Proof of vaccination will need to be submitted as part of the interview/hiring process.

Straughan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status

Who We Are

Straughan Environmental, Inc. is a successful, rapidly growing, woman owned business that provides high quality and cost-effective consulting services to a wide variety of clients in the governmental and private sectors. Straughan is committed to sustainable design. We are experts in environmental planning, design, assessments, and policy. Our staff consists of wildlife and wetlands scientists; geomorphologists and hydrologists, civil and environmental engineers; inspectors; biologists and botanists; planners; cultural resource specialists; and GIS and CAD professionals. This combination of technical expertise and an understanding of policy make Straughan a highly competitive firm and a great place to advance your career.

Job Purpose

Straughan is currently seeking an experienced Environmental Planner to work with Planning Team. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Preparing NEPA documents to include categorical exclusions, environmental assessments, or environmental impact statements.
• Preparing other related environmental studies including Purpose & Need, Section 4(f) Evaluations, Natural and Socioeconomic Analyses, Environmental Justice, etc.
• Completing office tasks such as data management, analysis and interpretation; report preparation, preparation of environmental approval applications and other general tasks.
• Prepare public involvement resources and materials.
• Interacting and communicating effectively with multi-disciplinary teams, regulatory agency staff, and clients.
• Supporting air and noise analysis projects with technical report preparation and/or fieldwork as needed.
• Assisting with environmental field studies and permitting.
• Create/interpret ArcGIS maps for use in the field and reports and conduct basic geo-processing analyses (desired).
• All other duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Engineering, Public Administration, Transportation, Urban Studies, Natural Resources, or a related field.

Experience

• No experience required
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both speech and writing are a must. In addition, candidates must be self-motivated and can work in a multi-disciplinary, environmentally conscious, team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS.
• Ability to work full workdays
• Ability to perform work outside under variable terrain and weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass background check

Desired Qualifications

• AICP certification
• Experience preparing CEQ/NEPA documents for state and federal clients, and in leading/conducting associated studies (i.e., natural and socio-economic studies, environmental justice analysis, air quality and noise studies, 4(f) (impact evaluation, historical/cultural resource investigations, hazardous assessments).
• Planning related community outreach experience desired.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by applicable law.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
• Must be able to traverse various types of terrain for extended periods of time
• Physical ability to perform outdoor field work and in unpleasant field conditions
• Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections

As a condition of employment, Straughan employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 except those for whom are legally entitled to an accommodation. Proof of vaccination will need to be submitted as part of the interview/hiring process. 

Straughan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status

Who We Are

Straughan Environmental, Inc. is a successful, rapidly growing, woman owned business that provides high quality and cost-effective consulting services to a wide variety of clients in the governmental and private sectors. Straughan is committed to advancing sustainable and resilient communities. We are experts in environmental planning, design, assessments, and policy. Our staff consists of wildlife and wetlands scientists; geomorphologists and hydrologists, civil and environmental engineers; inspectors; biologists and botanists; planners; cultural resource specialists; and GIS and CAD professionals. This combination of technical expertise and an understanding of policy make Straughan a highly competitive firm and a great place to advance your career.

Job Purpose

Straughan is seeking a GIS Director to manage a strong team of GIS professionals, oversee a portfolio of diverse GIS projects, implement company-wide GIS best practices, and lead business development efforts to achieve our strategic plan. The GIS Director will work collaboratively fulfill our company’s mission of advancing sustainable and resilient communities. The position requires an ability to understand client needs and deliver creative solutions that utilize advantages of technology to improve efficiency, reliability, and communication.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project and Personnel Management

• Management of multiple GIS projects for a variety of clients (federal government, transportation agencies, energy companies, local governments)
• Responsive and supportive client management to achieve expectations and build relationships
• Review invoices, prepare progress reports, monitor project cost/schedule/scope, negotiate modifications
• Prepare project planning documents and resource plans
• Conduct technical quality reviews
• Achieve scope, schedule, and budget objectives
• Manage a team of GIS professionals with clear and open communication, clear expectations, and timely feedback

GIS Best Practices

• Lead the development and implementation of GIS standards and guidelines for the company
• Train GIS users on best practices and new products
• Implement processes for data visualization, reporting, collection, processing, and quality control

Business Development

• Lead and support the development of proposals, presentations, work scopes, and budgets.
• Meet with potential clients and teaming partners to develop new business.
• Lead an internal initiative to grow Straughan’s GIS and technology services
• Work collaboratively with other Straughan divisions to develop value added processes utilizing GIS technology

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, or related field

Experience

·         10+ years of experience in the GIS Field.

·         In-depth knowledge of ESRI’s software, including ArcPro and extensions, ArcGIS Online, Python for ArcGIS, StoryMaps, and mobile applications such as FieldMaps and Survey123

·         Proficiency in basic computer applications, especially MS Office (Word, Excel, and Access).

·         Strong verbal, organizational and written communication skills.

·         Experience in mentoring, training GIS staff and other GIS users.

·         Ability to perform work outside under variable terrain and weather conditions.

·         Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and in an organized fashion.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geography, GIS, or related field
• GISP, PMP, or related certification
• Experience and interest in emerging technologies

• Drone piloting and sensor data collection and manipulation experience. Section 107 licensure desired

• Experience working with local governments in the greater Baltimore-Washington area
• Experience working with and/or management of Maryland DOT projects
• Experience working with LiDAR data (aerial, mobile or terrestrial)
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, .NET, and Java
• Experience with environmental regulations, permitting, and policy
• Contributing member of professional organizations

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by applicable law.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections

As a condition of employment, Straughan employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 except those for whom are legally entitled to an accommodation. Proof of vaccination will need to be submitted as part of the interview/hiring process.

Straughan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status

Who We Are

Straughan Environmental, Inc. is a successful, rapidly growing, woman owned business that provides high quality and cost-effective consulting services to a wide variety of clients in the governmental and private sectors. Straughan is committed to advancing sustainable and resilient communities. We are experts in environmental planning, design, assessments, and policy. Our staff consists of wildlife and wetlands scientists; geomorphologists and hydrologists, civil and environmental engineers; inspectors; biologists and botanists; planners; cultural resource specialists; and GIS and CAD professionals. This combination of technical expertise and an understanding of policy make Straughan a highly competitive firm and a great place to advance your career.

Job Purpose

The Accounts Receivable Specialist reports to the Accounting Controller and is focused on Accounts Receivable. The position will play an important role in supporting the Accounting Controller during the monthly invoicing process. The candidate may be required to work additional hours as needed to meet both accounting and regulatory deadlines.

Duties & Responsibilities

• The Specialist will be responsible for preparing and analyzing schedules for account receivables
• Review all invoices providing support timely and accurately
• Prepare and review billing invoices for all assigned projects and tasks – Focus on Cost Plus, may include Time & Materials and Fixed Price contracts
• Track and submit approved invoices and ensure accuracy
• Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
• Implement billing operations to maximize effectiveness and accuracy
• Maintain records of all customer payments, receipts, and other transaction records
• Apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of billing/invoicing issues
• Audit the billing information entered in the database
• Support special projects or initiatives
• Monitor project budgets and issue reallocation letters as needed
• Reconciliation of Accounts Receivable
• Provide client customer service support – respond to various billing related requests
• Review monthly billable items for accuracy
• Use paperless invoice work-flow management
• Perform bulk filing of invoices and related support
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

Associates Degree in Accounting or related Certificate Program.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years Maryland Government Contract billing experience required

Experience with Unanet ERP Accounting System required

Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams skills require

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or related Certificate Program

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by applicable law.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at a time.

As a condition of employment, Straughan employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 except those for whom are legally entitled to an accommodation. Proof of vaccination will need to be submitted as part of the interview/hiring process.

Straughan Environmental Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status

Who We Are

Straughan Environmental, Inc. is a successful, rapidly growing, woman owned business that provides high quality and cost-effective consulting services to a wide variety of clients in the governmental and private sectors. Straughan is committed to advancing sustainable and resilient communities. We are experts in environmental planning, design, assessments, and policy. Our staff consists of wildlife and wetlands scientists; geomorphologists and hydrologists, civil and environmental engineers; inspectors; biologists and botanists; planners; cultural resource specialists; and GIS and CAD professionals. This combination of technical expertise and an understanding of policy make Straughan a highly competitive firm and a great place to advance your career.

Job Purpose

Straughan is hiring a full time Program Manager for the Johnson Space Center (JSC) Environmental Services Contract (JEST). The main goal of this position is to maintain Environmental Compliance at JSC by managing the overall environmental contract, budget and personnel. This position serves as the Contractor’s primary contract manager and shall be the contractor’s authorized interface with the Government Contracting Officer (CO), the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Government management personnel and customer Agency representatives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide overall management, personnel, and administrative functions to ensure that the proper resources are available and allocated, that requires reports and documentation are prepared.

• Provide management of the Contractor staff and meet with the Contract Officer (CO) and/or Contract Officer Representative (COR) to keep the Government informed of ongoing operations and any problems or issues associated with meeting the requirements of all tasks.

• Work with internal personnel and resolve any issues (compliance and personnel)
• Provide management commitment and employee involvement in the safety and environmental programs. This requirement will include the following:

• • Document worksite safety policies.
  • Establish and communicate clear safety and environmental goals.
  • Access to professional environmental staff.
  • Management and employee accountability.
  • Monthly reviews with the Government.

• Provide excellent customer service (finding ways to better serve customers’ individual needs and creating an atmosphere of cooperation and friendliness).
• Provide planning, coordination, technical direction, and surveillance of activities necessary to ensure performance of work.

• Ensure that appropriate staff attends meetings, seminars, and other administrative functions
• Provide specific recommendations for continual improvement of environmental programs (for example, benchmarking similar sites and industries, documenting and/or streamlining existing processes, creating and documenting new processes, incorporating information technology tools, partnering with other internal and/or external organizations, increasing communication and coordination between organizations).
• Submit technical, administrative, contract, and financial management reports
• Review Monthly invoices and ensure they are accurate and submitted in a timely manner
• Work with Straughan Home office to resolve issues and bridge any contract gaps
• Meet with Straughan executive team monthly for budget updates and project review
• Meet with Straughan management on a weekly basis for contract updates and discuss upcoming issues.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Environmental/Chemical/Civil/Mechanical Engineering

Experience

Minimum of 7 years of related management experience (ideally at a large Federal facility)

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Management preferred
• P.E Certification

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by applicable law.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
• Must be able to traverse various types of terrain for extended periods of time
• Physical ability to perform outdoor field work and in unpleasant field conditions
• Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections

As a condition of employment, Straughan employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 except those for whom are legally entitled to an accommodation. Proof of vaccination will need to be submitted as part of the interview/hiring process.

Straughan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status

Who We Are

Straughan Environmental, Inc. is a successful, rapidly growing, woman owned business that provides high quality and cost-effective consulting services to a wide variety of clients in the governmental and private sectors. Straughan is committed to advancing sustainable and resilient communities. We are experts in environmental planning, design, assessments, and policy. Our staff consists of wildlife and wetlands scientists; geomorphologists and hydrologists, civil and environmental engineers; inspectors; biologists and botanists; planners; cultural resource specialists; and GIS and CAD professionals. This combination of technical expertise and an understanding of policy make Straughan a highly competitive firm and a great place to advance your career.

Job Purpose

Straughan is currently seeking an Entry-Level Water Resources Engineer to join our Engineering Business Unit. Straughan is currently operating under a flexible, hybrid workplace strategy that allows employees to work primarily from home with official schedules approved by their supervisor.  The ideal candidate should have an interest in and understanding of current environmental issues and a shared vision for sustainability.

The main responsibility of a water resource engineer is to provide quality design and modeling support that advance sustainable and resilient communities while achieving project objectives.  They will work with a diverse team to perform field assessments, develop mapping and design plans for construction, obtain permits, and perform computations and analyses for a variety of projects and clients.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data
• Perform field assessments and site inspections
• Perform calculations, analyses, and reporting
• Present project details and technical information to colleagues and clients
• Assist in the preparation of engineering documents plans, reports, cost estimates, and specification
• Keeping up to date with changes in regulatory legislation and guidelines
• Ability to use a variety of specialist computer applications/simulation software
• Provide assistance to other team members and management to accomplish department goals and objectives

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field

Experience

·        No experience required

·        Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with clients and co-workers

·        As a condition of employment, hire will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination will need to be submitted as part of the interview/hiring process

Desired Qualifications

• Stormwater management design and permitting experience
• Erosion and sediment control design and permitting experience
• Stream restoration design including sediment transport modeling experience
• Drainage system design experience
• Hydrology & Hydraulics analyses
• Geomorphic assessment experience
• Shoreline protection design experience
• Site design and LEED experience
• Green infrastructure (GI), low impact development (LID), or environmental site design (ESD) experience
• Environmental consulting and/or civil engineering practices (Forest Conservation Plans, Wetland Delineations/Wetland Impact Plates, Planting Plans, and similar environmental documents) experience
• Active involvement in professional organizations
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certified
• MicroStation or AutoCAD experience
• Experience with HEC-RAS
• Experience with WIN TR-55
• Experience with WIN TR-20
• Experience with GEOPAK and/or INROADS
• Experience with Pond Pack
• Experience with ArcMAP/GIS

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by applicable law.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
• Must be able to traverse various types of terrain for extended periods of time
• Physical ability to perform outdoor field work and in unpleasant field conditions
• Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections

As a condition of employment, Straughan employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 except those for whom are legally entitled to an accommodation. Proof of vaccination will need to be submitted as part of the interview/hiring process.

Straughan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status