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Join the Catalyst Team!

Our dynamic and energetic team of scientists and planners at Catalyst are passionate about making a positive impact on our shared environment. We work closely together across disciplines to serve as trusted strategic advisors to a diverse client base including private industry, and local, state, and federal government agencies. Everyone has the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects and project types, with numerous opportunities for career growth. We encourage our staff to pursue clients and markets within the environmental space that excite them and for which we can provide added value. We provide annual opportunities for professional development and growth via training courses or conferences. Catalyst has offices in Portland, OR; Santa Barbara, CA, Oxnard, CA; Oakland, CA; and Santa Monica, CA and provide a flexible working environment, including options for remote work.
Catalyst team photo at the Catalyst anniversary partyCatalyst team photo at the Catalyst anniversary party

Why Work At Catalyst?

Be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact through innovative environmental solutions. As leaders in energy, land development, remediation, and water resources, we value creativity, ethics, and collaboration. Our award-winning company offers a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits* to help you grow personally and professionally.
Insurance (medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life)
HMO, PPO, HDHP, Health Savings Account options
401(k) Retirement Plan with Match
Vacation Time
10 days paid Sick Leave per year
10 paid Holidays per year
Lifemart Discount program
Catalyst Anniversary Party
Bi-weekly All Staff meetings and brown bag presentations

Open Positions

Junior Staff Environmental Scientist

We are seeking a junior level environmental scientist or engineer to be based in our Oakland, CA office. ​​​​​​​
Preferred Skills
We are looking for a motivated and energetic individual who wants to join a fast-growing team and contribute to a wide variety of projects for a diverse client base. Key skills and attributes:
  • Self-starter, motivated, and enthusiastic
  • Desire to work on interesting and sometimes controversial projects
  • Ability to think critically and problem-solve
  • Ability to take direction, ask questions as needed, and run with an assignment with oversight
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
Qualifications and Education Requirements
  • 1-3 years of professional experience
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, and/or Civil or Environmental Engineering
  • Strong communication skills, both verbally and written
  • Working knowledge of MS Office Programs – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
  • Work may require lifting equipment and materials up to 50-pounds and traversing uneven ground
  • Job sites are located across the Bay Area and individual must be able to independently travel to sites as needed
Role and Responsibilities
  • Performing a range of defined technical tasks, field work, collecting and analyzing data, and writing technical sections of reports, under direct supervision
  • Working on active construction sites, operating field equipment, and handling construction materials and supplies
  • Managing and overseeing small tasks including being responsible for your assigned task, scope, deliverables, budgets, and schedule commitments
  • Contributing to client relations and business development by representing Catalyst in a positive manner to clients, agencies, and other outside parties
  • Working effectively as part of a team and making contributions that foster the growth of your practice area and Catalyst as a whole
Job Benefits and Opportunities
  • Salary - $66,500 to $73,000
  • Vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay
  • Health care, dental, and vision
  • Matching 401k contribution plan
  • Opportunities to work from home when not required in the field or in meetings
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Excellent company culture and diversity of tasks and projects
  • Professional mentorship opportunities
Interested in one of these postions?
Fill out the form below to apply!
*All programs subject to review and change and are provided for regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30+ hours per week