Dewberry Engineers Incorporated
Wetland/Permitting Specialist - Staff Environmental Scientist
Dewberry Engineers Incorporated, Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey, us, 07034
Wetland/Permitting Specialist - Staff Environmental Scientist
Dewberry is seeking a Wetland/Permitting Specialist - Staff Environmental Scientist to join our environmental group in our Parsippany, NJ office and work in the Natural Resource Services Department.
Dewberry is seeking candidates who are proficient in the identification and delineation of wetlands using NJDEP and USACE regulatory guidance manuals. The candidate should have experience in preparing permit applications required by these agencies, including General/Nationwide/Individual Wetland Permits, Pinelands and Highlands and Coastal Wetland Permits, including Waterfront Development and CAFRA permits. Ideal candidates would have at least 3 years of experience and be able to prepare ecological assessments, perform threatened and endangered species surveys, and be familiar with U.S. EPA Ecological Risk Assessment procedures. Experience with Geographical Information Systems and Global Positioning Systems is a plus.
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that has inspired our employees for more than a half-century.
Dewberry offers a comprehensive and competitive package of insurance programs to regular full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with additional coverages at no cost to the employee. A broad range of other benefits is also provided, including retirement plans, savings plans, and other programs described in our benefits materials.
Responsibilities
Coordinate visits with clients and regulatory agencies in the field.
Conduct soil, hydrology and vegetation inventory, and plant identifications.
Prepare 404 and 401 permit applications.
Complete permit compliance monitoring.
Document and summarize results of field investigations and analyses.
Prepare plans, specifications, maps, exhibits and supporting documentation for client and regulatory approvals.
Provide client and regulatory agency coordination.
Support proposal preparation, contract execution, and budget/schedule adherence.
Perform technical work and develop project execution strategies.
Evaluate site conditions and select wetlands identification, mitigation and regulatory approval strategies.
Primary focus is to execute project activities with the client and project team and coordinate with regulatory agencies.
Required Skills & Required Experience
A Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, or related field is required. Master’s degree is a plus.
Proficiency in threatened and endangered species habitat evaluations, including field studies.
Minimum 3 years of work experience is required.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Microstation is a plus.
Capability to execute and coordinate 404/401 permitting and environmental assessment activities with internal/external clients and regulatory agencies.
Knowledge of regulatory submittal, Wetland or Environmental design, Phase I/II Environmental Assessments, EPA Rapid Bio-Assessment, and a NEPA background would be a plus.
Professional Wetland Scientist and COE Provisional Certification a plus.
DCR E&S Certification a plus.
Additional Requirements
Regular field work in a variety of seasonal conditions.
Local and occasional statewide/countrywide travel is required for the position.
* At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
* Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
Notice to Third Party Recruiters:
Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.
#LI-LN1
Salary Range The projected range for this position is $76,213 - $97,988 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Dewberry is seeking candidates who are proficient in the identification and delineation of wetlands using NJDEP and USACE regulatory guidance manuals. The candidate should have experience in preparing permit applications required by these agencies, including General/Nationwide/Individual Wetland Permits, Pinelands and Highlands and Coastal Wetland Permits, including Waterfront Development and CAFRA permits. Ideal candidates would have at least 3 years of experience and be able to prepare ecological assessments, perform threatened and endangered species surveys, and be familiar with U.S. EPA Ecological Risk Assessment procedures. Experience with Geographical Information Systems and Global Positioning Systems is a plus.
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that has inspired our employees for more than a half-century.
Dewberry offers a comprehensive and competitive package of insurance programs to regular full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with additional coverages at no cost to the employee. A broad range of other benefits is also provided, including retirement plans, savings plans, and other programs described in our benefits materials.
Responsibilities
Coordinate visits with clients and regulatory agencies in the field.
Conduct soil, hydrology and vegetation inventory, and plant identifications.
Prepare 404 and 401 permit applications.
Complete permit compliance monitoring.
Document and summarize results of field investigations and analyses.
Prepare plans, specifications, maps, exhibits and supporting documentation for client and regulatory approvals.
Provide client and regulatory agency coordination.
Support proposal preparation, contract execution, and budget/schedule adherence.
Perform technical work and develop project execution strategies.
Evaluate site conditions and select wetlands identification, mitigation and regulatory approval strategies.
Primary focus is to execute project activities with the client and project team and coordinate with regulatory agencies.
Required Skills & Required Experience
A Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, or related field is required. Master’s degree is a plus.
Proficiency in threatened and endangered species habitat evaluations, including field studies.
Minimum 3 years of work experience is required.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Microstation is a plus.
Capability to execute and coordinate 404/401 permitting and environmental assessment activities with internal/external clients and regulatory agencies.
Knowledge of regulatory submittal, Wetland or Environmental design, Phase I/II Environmental Assessments, EPA Rapid Bio-Assessment, and a NEPA background would be a plus.
Professional Wetland Scientist and COE Provisional Certification a plus.
DCR E&S Certification a plus.
Additional Requirements
Regular field work in a variety of seasonal conditions.
Local and occasional statewide/countrywide travel is required for the position.
* At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
* Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
Notice to Third Party Recruiters:
Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.
#LI-LN1
Salary Range The projected range for this position is $76,213 - $97,988 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.
#J-18808-Ljbffr