Wetlands Scientist

• Lead environmental field surveys, including wetland/stream delineations, endangered species surveys, environmental inspections, and compliance monitoring
  
• Collect data using handheld GPS
  
• Prepare environmental/wetland delineation reports
  
• Weekly travel expected
  

Requirements:

• BS/MS degree in Biology, Environmental Science or related field
  
• 5+ years of experience
  
• 1+years of field lead experience
  
• Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or Wetland Professional in Training (WPIT) preferred and may reduce years of experience needed
  
• Proven experience conducting wetland delineations in OH, WV, PA, VA and/or surrounding states
  
• Extensive knowledge and/or experience with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual (1987) and Regional Supplements
  
• Familiar with local flora or Northeast and/or Midwest and identify upland/wetland vegetation
  
• Experience using field guides/dichotomous keys
  
• Knowledge of Section 401/404 permitting
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
  
• Must be able to hike 5 or more miles per day through rough terrain in all types of weather while carrying up to 40 pounds of equipment
  
• Experience conducting ORAM and HHEI/QHEI evaluation preferred
  
• Experience conducting avian and botanical surveys preferred
  
• Experience with ArcGIS preferred
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Please contact Laura Harrison for further information!