--- title: 'Don''t see a job for you, please join our Talent Community! at Environmental Science Associates' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/don-t-see-a-job-for-you-please-join-our-talent-community-environmental-science-enxtacvg9vrt' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-13' --- # Don't see a job for you, please join our Talent Community! at Environmental Science Associates - **Company:** Environmental Science Associates - **Location:** California, United States / Northwest Region / Southeast Region - **Posted:** 2025-07-17 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/environmentalscienceassociates/jobs/4501491008 ## Job description Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm. We plan, design, permit, mitigate, and restore for projects across our communities, infrastructure systems, open spaces, and wildlands. We are 50 years strong in 21 offices across California, the Pacific Northwest, and the Southeastern United States. Join Our Thriving Talent Community! Are you passionate about protecting our planet and advancing environmental science? Whether you're a biologist, planner, scientist, or environmental professional, we invite you to join our vibrant Talent Community! Why Join Us? - Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry leaders and peers to share insights, collaborate on projects, and expand your professional network. - Career Growth: Access exclusive job opportunities, [career development resources](https://esassoc.com/join-us/professional-development/), and mentorship programs designed to help you advance in your career. - Innovative Projects: Be part of [groundbreaking projects](https://esassoc.com/projects/) that push the boundaries of sustainability, conservation, and environmental technology. - Continuous Learning: Stay ahead of the curve with access to the latest industry trends, webinars, workshops, and certifications. - Culture: [ESA culture](https://esassoc.com/about/culture/) is built on inclusion, creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to our work, our clients, and our communities. Get Involved! - Join Our Events: Visit us and get to know us during our regular events, and conferences to stay connected and inspired. - Share Your Expertise: Contribute to our community by sharing your knowledge, experiences, and innovative ideas. - Stay Updated: Follow us on social media and subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news, job postings, and industry insights. Take Action Today! Join our Environmental Science Talent Community and be a part of the movement towards a sustainable future. Together, we can make a difference. Click the Apply button above to sign up and start your journey with us! ## Who We Are We are a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm who values diversity and inclusion and celebrate the differences that make each of us unique. Our culture is built on mutual respect, recognizing that our variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives leads to better solutions, which fosters our continued success for our employee-owners and clients. In accordance with ESA’s duty and responsibility to provide and maintain a safe workplace that is free of known hazards and to minimize the exposure to potential hazards, any employee who works from an ESA office or conducts any other in-person ESA work-related activity is required to submit their proof of vaccination status or have received an approved exemption and accommodation in states which this applies. Please note: We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes from agencies If you are an applicant with a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Human Resources Department via email: humanresources@esassoc.com for assistance. Please include the following in your message so we can promptly address your request: - Full name - The best method to contact you (phone number and/or email address) - Title of Job Position Applied - Description of your accommodation request ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. (EOE M/V/F/D) ## About Environmental Science Associates ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm that plans, designs, permits, mitigates, and restores for projects across communities, infrastructure, open spaces, and wildlands. - **Entity Type**: Private (100% employee-owned via ESOP) - **Headquarters**: San Francisco, California, United States - **Founded**: 1969 - **Founders**: Three scientists (names not publicly available) ## Core Business - Primary industry: Environmental consulting, planning, and design - Target customers: Government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private industry - Mission/purpose: To help clients advance a more sustainable and resilient future while keeping the environment in balance; "an inclusive employee-driven firm that continuously raises the industry standard through technical excellence and innovation." ## Products & Services ESA provides multidisciplinary environmental services across multiple practice areas: - **Biological Resources & Land Management**: Biological surveys, habitat restoration, permitting (e.g., wetlands, endangered species) - **Energy**: Environmental planning and permitting for renewable energy (solar, battery storage, emerging technologies), transmission projects, natural gas, and electric infrastructure - **Community Development**: Environmental planning, NEPA/CEQA compliance, urban design - **Cultural Resources**: Archaeological surveys, historic preservation, tribal consultation - **Hydrology & Water Resources**: Coastal engineering, floodplain management, geomorphology, water quality - **Infrastructure & Transportation**: Environmental impact reports, mitigation for transportation projects - **Climate Resilience**: Sea level rise adaptation, sustainability planning ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private, employee-owned) - **Key Metric**: 55 years in business (founded 1969); 21 offices across California, Pacific Northwest, and Southeastern United States - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (no external investors; employee-owned) - **Growth Signals**: Expanding renewable energy practice (solar, battery storage, emerging technologies); active hiring across multiple offices and disciplines; recent job postings for Project Managers in energy infrastructure and data centers ## Competitive Advantages - **100% employee-owned** – all staff have an equity stake, fostering ownership culture and long-term commitment - **Multidisciplinary approach** – integrates science, planning, engineering, and design for holistic solutions - **Deep regulatory expertise** – founded just before NEPA, CEQA, Clean Air and Clean Water Acts; decades of experience navigating complex environmental laws - **Defensible science** – rigorous technical review process ensures high-quality, defensible deliverables - **Client loyalty** – described as "go-to source" for well-reasoned, timely solutions; sustained 55-year track record ## Strategic Focus - Growing renewable energy and energy infrastructure practice (solar, battery storage, transmission, data centers) - Expanding geographic footprint in the Southeastern US (Florida offices) - Advancing climate resilience and sea level rise adaptation - Continued investment in employee ownership culture and flexible work arrangements ## Why Work Here - **Employee ownership**: All employees become owners with equity stake that can grow annually - **Flexible work**: "Flexible and Future-Focused" – remote and hybrid options available; work-life balance is emphasized - **Inclusive culture**: Commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) as core to operations - **Meaningful impact**: Work directly contributes to environmental protection, sustainability, and climate resilience - **Career growth**: Opportunities for continued development, cross-functional collaboration, and recognition - **Perks**: Competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, supportive environment for career stages ## Sources 1. [esassoc.com](https://esassoc.com/) 2. [esassoc.com/about/](https://esassoc.com/about/) 3. [esassoc.com/join-us/job-openings/](https://esassoc.com/join-us/job-openings/) 4. [esassoc.com/join-us/](https://esassoc.com/join-us/) 5. 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