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EnviroScience

Wetland Biologist

EnviroScience, Stow, Ohio, United States, 44224

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Conduct field surveys to identify and delineate wetland and stream boundaries and classify wetland and stream quality

Collect data on soil, water, vegetation, and wildlife within wetlands and streams.

Collect and record field data accurately and efficiently.

Utilize data collection devices (e.g., GPS) and GIS tools to map and document site conditions.

Perform habitat assessments for threatened, and endangered (T&E) species.

Reporting and Permitting

Complete data forms from information collected in the field.

Prepare draft technical reports and survey results.

Accurately complete Wetland Assessment and Delineation reports.

Assist in determining permitting requirements and project accomplishment strategies to clients with respect to wetlands, stream, and T&E.

Initiate review of federal, state, and local wetland and stream regulations.

Assist in obtaining necessary permits for projects with impacts to wetlands and/or streams.

Prepare thorough permit application components and submit to agencies on client’s behalf as necessary.

Client and Project Management

Discuss project details with potential clients.

Assist and/or prepare proposals based on client discussions.

Communicate with clients regarding task progress.

Produce accurate and on-time task deliverables.

Mentorship and Technical Expertise

Guide less experienced personnel in survey techniques and field and office processes.

Assist other practice areas as necessary.

Requirements Minimum Qualifications

Education: B.S./B.A. degree in natural science field of study.

Experience: 1+ years wetland delineation field experience.

Preferred Qualifications

40-hour Wetland Delineation training.

Preparing 404 and 401 permit applications through federal and state agencies including USACE, DEP/EPA, SHPO, DNR, and USFWS.

Experience with local and regional flora identification.

Experience with soil classification.

Familiar with state and federal regulations, the 1987 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Manual, and current Regional Supplements.

Experience with agency permitting.

Experience coordinating with state and federal agencies regarding threatened and endangered species, floodplain development, historic/archaeological, etc.

Experience with Global Position Systems (GPS).

Experience with AutoCAD or GIS.

Additional background in fisheries, endangered species, herpetology, or amphibians.

Desired Skills

Ability to delineate wetlands independently.

Ability to read and interpret resource and engineering drawings.

Ability to key out and identify plants using identification manuals.

Consultative or educational approach to client relationships.

Tolerant of outdoor working conditions, remote locations, all weather conditions.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Experience with technical report writing.

Self-motivated and organized.

Thrive in independent/solo work environments.

Work Environment This candidate will need to collaborate effectively with other coworkers and supervisors. Additionally, this candidate needs to be able to complete project work independently, with minimal supervision. Work assignments may include consecutive days in the office working on reporting or outdoors in all kinds of weather, and sometimes in remote and challenging locations. Overnight stays to complete field work are part of this position.

This position is an office-based role. Employees will work a schedule which includes office work on location in the Stow office and travel to offsite field work at various locations.

Standard office equipment will be provided to work in the office and at home. Working from home is acceptable for this role as approved by your direct supervisor. Resource Guru must be updated to indicate your work location for the day. Uninterrupted home‑based internet is a must in your home to attend and host video calls, along with a minimum bandwidth speed of 20 mbps. Office space will be provided for you in the company's headquarters or regional office.

Additional Department & Division:

470 Natural Resources

Exempt Status:

Exempt

Reports to:

Regional Lead

Works with Inside Company:

Internal Human Resources Team, Internal Corporate Teams, Wetland Leads, Wetland Project Managers, Wetland Biologists, Natural Resources leadership & personnel.

Works with Outside Company:

Consultants and vendors as necessary, Various clients as necessary.

Working Conditions Field work in various outdoor locations.

Active construction sites.

Long periods of driving.

Some weekend and out of town travel can be expected.

Supervisor Responsibilities None

Physical Requirements Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.

Repeat motions that may include the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 lbs.

Communication with others to exchange information. Must be able to see, read, write, and speak.

Occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching.

Working outdoors in all kinds of weather.

Walking for periods of time including maneuvering uneven, uphill, and downhill terrain.

Travel Requirements % of travel time: 25%-75%; varies with fluctuation in workload and work location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@acrtinc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.

Company: EnviroScience

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