Position OverviewAleut Federal is seeking a Senior Research & Title Analyst to support federal environmental programs-primarily the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) by conducting advanced research across land records, environmental data, regulatory frameworks, and civil documentation. This hybrid role integrates the responsibilities of a Research Analyst, Senior Title Analyst, and Environmental/Civil Researcher to deliver high-quality analytical products for federal stakeholders. You'll work within Aleut Federal's mission-driven environment, supporting environmental protection, land stewardship, and federal compliance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities- Environmental Research - Conduct in-depth research on environmental conditions, contamination history, regulatory requirements, and site-specific data to support EPA programs.
- Title & Land Records Analysis - Examine deeds, plats, easements, rights-of-way, liens, and historical ownership to determine land status and encumbrances.
- Civil Records Research - Locate, review, and analyze civil documentation including deeds, court filings, liens, permits, zoning records, and municipal archives.
- Regulatory & Civil Research - Analyze federal, state, and local regulations related to land use, environmental compliance, and civil documentation.
- Historical Site Investigation - Research historical land use, ownership, industrial activity, and environmental conditions using public and archival sources.
- Environmental Program Support - Provide research that supports CERCLA, RCRA, Brownfields, and other EPA programs.
- Data Synthesis - Integrate findings from environmental datasets, GIS layers, legal documents, and historical archives into clear, actionable reports.
- Report Development - Prepare technical memoranda, title abstracts, environmental summaries, and regulatory assessments for EPA and other federal clients.
- Stakeholder Coordination - Collaborate with federal agencies, legal teams, environmental scientists, and project managers.
- Quality Assurance - Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal standards and Aleut Federal protocols.
- Database & Records Management - Maintain organized research files, digital records, and metadata for long-term program use.
- Technical Documentation - Prepare civil research summaries, regulatory briefs, and supporting documentation for EPA project teams.
- Job responsibilities may be modified, expanded, or reassigned at any time, and this description does not represent a complete or exhaustive list of all tasks that may be required.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geography, Legal Studies, Public Policy, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in title research, environmental research, regulatory analysis, or similar fields.
- Strong understanding of EPA programs, environmental statutes (CERCLA, RCRA, NEPA), and land-use regulations.
- Proficiency with GIS platforms, public land records systems, and federal research databases.
- Ability to interpret complex legal descriptions, survey documents, and environmental datasets.
- Excellent written communication skills for producing technical reports.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience supporting federal contracts, especially EPA, DOI, USDA, or DoD.
- Advanced knowledge of property law, environmental compliance, or civil regulatory frameworks.
- Knowledge of CERCLA, RCRA, NEPA, and related environmental laws.
- Familiarity with tribal lands, federal trust lands, or restricted property records.
- Familiarity with environmental site assessments (Phase I/II ESA).
- Professional certifications such as ALTA, ENV SP, or GISP.
Core Competencies:- Analytical Thinking - Ability to evaluate diverse data sources and draw defensible conclusions.
- Attention to Detail - Precision in reviewing legal and environmental documentation.
- Technical Writing - Clear, concise, and structured communication.
- Regulatory Literacy - Ability to navigate complex environmental and civil statutes.
- Collaboration - Works effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:
- Health insurance
- Dental/Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Life insurance
- 401k and match
