Senior Logistics Specialist

About the opportunity

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a full-time Senior Logistics Specialist to support our Las Vegas, Nevada office. The ideal candidate is an organized problem solver with excellent communication skills, dedicated to ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

This position requires the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with team members. The individual in this role will have high attention to detail, strong time management skills, and the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment. They will provide clear support to employees, negotiate assertively with vendors, and ensure operational excellence. 

This is a regular (with benefits, full-time, hourly/non-exempt position based as a hub employee in the Las Vegas, NV office.  The nature of this position is such that it is not a role which provides hybrid or remote work options. Interested candidates should be able to be at the SWCA Las Vegas office daily, M – F. Some weekend work is required when scheduled.

Application Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may be scheduled as qualified candidates are identified. This position may close without prior notice once a strong candidate pool is established.

About SWCA

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm providing full spectrum environmental services across the United States. Our North Star is to be the best place to work and a leader in sustainability, delivering sound science and creative solutions to complex environmental challenges.

 We are guided by our core values every day. We collaborate as #OneSWCA, we are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle, and we #GiveBack to our communities. With offices nationwide, SWCA offers a collaborative, team focused environment where employees can build meaningful and long-term careers.

What you will accomplish

• Manages all travel logistics for field crews, ensuring all travel itineraries and receipts are accurately communicated and documented to facilitate smooth field operations. Travel logistics may also include arranging travel that is unrelated to fieldwork for office staff.
• Reconciles invoices relating to logistics, ensuring accuracy in billing and timely processing. Processes logistics billing for field projects and maintains organized records for vehicles and other critical fieldwork-related documents.
• Coordinates asset management for vehicles and field and safety equipment. Prepares field and safety gear for staff, responds promptly to logistics requests, supports GPS device account management, updates software, and tracks inventory to ensure field teams are adequately equipped.
• Attends project coordination meetings to support successful deployment and coordinates with project managers to support field staff with scheduling.
• May manage office safety and compliance as the primary Office Safety Representative (OSR), including overseeing related duties and supporting overall safety initiatives.
• Attends regular administrative and OSR meetings and other relevant meetings to support the success of the role.
• Manages or assists with building access security, including keys, door codes, and alarm codes. Provides backup support for the front desk and administrative team.
• Drives rental vehicles or vehicles in SWCA-owned fleets as needed.
• Follows applicable federal, Tribal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, and specifications.
• Performs related work as assigned.

• Additional Job-Specific Responsibilities

• Assist in managing vehicle maintenance and repairs and coordinates rental-vehicle pickup and return.
• Provides administrative backup for supply orders, shipping and mail, document production, meetings, office upkeep, vendors, and property-management coordination.
• Assists with trailer and UTV rental acquisitions and returns when needed.
• Assist in keeping accurate inventory of field and safety supplies.
• Organizes storage units and office field supplies.
• Attend and participate in project specific logistics meetings when needed.
• Assist in planning and preparation all truck, equipment logistics for staff and projects.
• Assist in coordinating staging of planned logistics equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge normally obtained through post-secondary education or training. One year of relevant, progressively responsible experience. Two years of related experience is preferred; or any equivalent combination of experience, performance, training, and/or education.

Experience and qualifications for success

• A minimum of a high school diploma (or GED equivalent). 
• One (1) year of experience in environmental consulting, office management, logistics, or administrative assistance required; at least two (2) years preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint  
• Familiarity with Zoom and MS Teams video meeting platforms or a strong willingness to learn. 
• A current and valid driver’s license, with the ability to drive multiple types of vehicles, including trucks and 4x4s. 
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. 
• Able to work weekends on some occasions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working for an environmental consulting, engineering, or construction firm.
• Experience with other software applications such as Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with Vantage Point or other CRM software; experience with SharePoint.
• Budget tracking, reporting, or equivalent experience.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Ability to write and communicate clearly.
• Strong customer service approach and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication, multi-tasking, and interpersonal skills with the ability to represent the company in a professional manner and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently, be proactive, solve problems, and take initiative; but also, be highly collaborative and team oriented.
• Willingness to jump into various types of tasks and learn new things to support our team as needs arise.
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate as needed

Other Job Conditions

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and meet SWCA's driver requirements. 

Adheres to the safety program and looks out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.   

Pay Range

SWCA is committed to salary equity and transparency. The expected pay range for this Las Vegas, Nevada-based position is $23.01 per hour to $29.43 per hour. Actual pay may vary based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. Eligible employees may also receive performance-based bonuses.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we invest in your future. Our Total Rewards package includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with profit sharing, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities.

Closing

If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact [email protected] or call 1 480 581 5378. If you require assistance with the application process, please contact [email protected].

Use of Technology in Hiring 

SWCA may use approved technology, including AI-assisted tools, to support parts of the application and recruiting process. All selection and hiring decisions are made by SWCA employees, and candidates are not selected or rejected by automated systems. We are committed to a fair, transparent, and human-centered hiring experience. 

Candidate Use of AI 

Candidates may use AI tools to help prepare application materials and interviews. However, all application materials, assessments, and interview responses must accurately reflect their own experience, skills, and qualifications. AI must not be used to fabricate experience, complete assessments on their behalf, or otherwise misrepresent their background or abilities. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

SWCA Environmental Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. 

SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.

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