Job description

Who we are:
We are a water-focused engineering consulting firm, certified as a Great Place to Work® based on feedback from our community of over 230 team members and ranked top three in the AEC Advisors 2021 Diversity Index Top Firms. Since 1990, our mission has been to be the water firm of choice for both our clients and our team. Over the years we have built upon that mission and now integrate a host of high-quality services in groundwater, water supply, water and wastewater treatment, water and wastewater infrastructure, stormwater, recycled water, construction management, and operations technology from our multiple locations in the west. As a team, we work with our clients to understand their true needs. Our long-term relationships are based on integrity, partnership, and high-value solutions. In 2023 and beyond, West Yost is advancing water resources for future generations and living our core values every day.

Our commitment to quality begins with our hiring practices. We employ the most talented team members in our industry from all backgrounds. We are highly selective of the individuals we choose to represent the firm, seeking only those individuals whose technical abilities and commitment to client service matches our vision for excellence. We are dedicated to our number one asset, our employees. Because we are employee-owned, we are responsible for and rewarded by our own success. Come to West Yost where, with our support, you’ll do the best work of your life.

Compensation range: $77,740 to $154,560. Based on Lake Forest, CA. (West Yost uses geographic salary differentials that would apply for candidates in other regions).

LOCATION: Open to all of our California based office locations (Orange County / San Diego preference).

Standard benefits:
We provide a comprehensive array of valuable benefits to protect your health, your family, and your way of life. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health saving accounts (with West Yost contribution), paid vacation, paid sick leave and holidays, two employee assistance programs, travel assistance program, 401(k) profit sharing with employer match, leaves of absence with additional supplemental paid time off, parental leave, life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and even pet insurance.

Associate – Senior Geologist
Job Description
West Yost is seeking an engineer, scientist or geologist with water resources planning experience interested in developing innovative solutions to challenging groundwater-related projects and managing successful project teams. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide array of water resources projects and provide services to local, state, and federal clients throughout California and beyond.
We are seeking a motivated individual with an entrepreneurial spirit who is interested in being part of a diverse, tremendously talented, well-respected team of geologists, engineers, and scientists. To be successful in this role, you will need to have experience in integrated water resources planning, exceptional communication skills, the ability to interact with clients and stakeholder groups, and experience managing and leading projects and project teams.

Essential Duties
Organize and execute technical work on a broad range of project assignments that require knowledge of geology and hydrogeology, including:

• Ensure the technical quality and coordination of a project is consistent with established West Yost standards and as specified by the Project Manager and/or Principal-in-Charge.
• Serve as a project manager who will execute projects on scope, schedule, and budget. May be assigned two to three projects to manage simultaneously.
• As a project manager, communicate with clients to ensure expectations are met and perform work that meets the technical quality requirements of West Yost.
• Work with regulatory agencies on behalf of our clients to develop innovative solutions to regulatory challenges.
• Lead and/or support client meetings and presentation.
• Assist in mentoring and training emerging professionals, particularly geologists in training.
• Assist in developing and implementing training programs.
• Analyze, QAQC, and interpret groundwater level data and water quality data.

Qualifications
Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Geology, Hydrogeology, Civil Engineering or Environmental Science.
• 8+ years of professional experience with an engineering consulting firm, public agency, or other water resources field
• State registration as a geologist, hydrogeologist, or professional engineer / Professional licensing in the State of California
• High quality, effective technical writing and communication skills
• Experience managing and leading projects and project teams
• Knowledge and practical experience related to the preparation and implementation of groundwater management plans or groundwater sustainability plans
• Knowledge and practical experience evaluating water supplies and demands, as well as conducting other complex water resource assessments

A day in the life:
You will experience many opportunities to grow and develop professionally with your colleagues through collaborative in-person work experience, knowledge sharing, and mentorship opportunities. We also offer hybrid and flexible work schedules to our employees to help promote and encourage a healthy work/life balance. All of our team members have access to local and company-wide events, our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Workgroup, Culture Workgroup, Wellness Workgroup, book clubs, charitable giving and community service, firm-wide resources, peer groups (young professionals & middlers group), and mentorship and leadership programs. We support and foster your career success and encourage you to be in control of your future with us. Our annual company-wide monthly staff meetings, annual in-person All Staff meeting, Duck Dinner, company camping events, company celebrations, and other company-sponsored events provide an important part of the West Yost culture, which is to have fun.

Other unique benefits:
You’ll be provided with support in on-going education through our 529 college savings plan/student loan repayment program, tuition reimbursement, paid professional memberships, paid training, and Leadership Academy programs. You’ll be recognized for your contributions at West Yost through milestone anniversary benefits, peer to peer recognition programs, the potential for employee stock ownership, annual monetary and paid time off bonuses, performance-based bonus eligibility, merit increase eligibility, and employee referral bonuses. We also offer a wellness reimbursement, remote work options, and flexible schedules. You’ll experience many opportunities to connect with your colleagues through our annual company-wide monthly staff meetings, annual in-person All Staff meeting, Duck Dinner, company camping events, company celebrations, and other company-sponsored events.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $77,740.00 - $154,560.00 per year

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