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Open Position:
Abt Associates Inc.
Environmental Engineer
At Abt Associates, we are committed to providing research, consulting, and
technical assistance that improves the quality of life of people worldwide.
We seek intellectually motivated candidates who share our passion to make a
difference.
Abt Associates is a for-profit government and business research and
consulting firm with approximately 1200 employees in the US and over 30
other countries. Our talented staff, which includes experts in fields as
diverse as public health, economics, survey research, environment, business
strategy, education, international development, urban affairs, and clinical
trials, work in small, focused teams. Our clients include U.S federal,
state, and local government organizations; foreign governments;
international organizations; foundations; nonprofit associations and
institutions; and business and industry.
The International Economic Growth (IEG) Division conducts projects in
agriculture, economic development, labor, privatization, environment, and
trade. We work in developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America,
Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. Our clients include the US Agency
for International Development (USAID) and multilateral financial
institutions such as the Inter-American Development Bank and the World
Bank.
We are seeking a seasoned Environmental Engineer to join our growing (IEG)
Division.
The successful candidate will work under the supervision of senior staff to
conduct short-term technical assistance (e.g., water quality analyses,
watershed management) to a variety of projects in Latin America and South
Asia. Candidate experience should include environmental impact analysis,
regulatory analysis for point and non-point sources of contamination,
experience in water quality analyses, pollutant inventories, and
environmental modeling. The position requires the ability to provide
technical expertise in the field in multiple projects and involves
preparation of written reports, coordination of work with in-country
consultants, and interaction with USAID personnel and government
counterparts. The candidate will provide project management, proposal
support, and/or administrative support to project directors as required on
specific project backstopping assignments. The candidate must speak and
write Spanish.
ONLY CANDIDATES LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO ACCEPT EMPLOYMENT IN THE US WILL BE
CONSIDERED
Skills Required:
3-5+ years of experience with a Masters degree with specific field
experience in environmental impact assessments (including water
quality analyses) and watershed management.
Advanced degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental
sciences, or any other relevant field related to environmental
management.
Background in Environmental sciences, environmental impact
assessment, and watershed management
Experience/skills in implementing environmental impact assessments
with particular focus on point and non-point sources, pollutant
inventories, and environmental impacts, and watershed modeling,
Exemplary diplomatic and interpersonal skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and
Spanish language
Please apply online at: www.abtassoc.com
Job #: 2008-3073
Abt Associates is an AA/EO employer committed to fostering a diverse
workforce. We provide market-competitive salaries and comprehensive
employee benefits.
Thank you,
Susan Signorella
Senior Recruiter, International Human Resources
Abt Associates, Inc.
Tel: (301) 347-5520
Fax: (301) 828-9681
[email protected]
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