Entry-level Environmental Scientist

Delineation of wetlands using the appropriate regional supplements to the USACE Wetland Delineation Manual

Identification of ephemeral, intermittent, and perennial streams

Completion of biological assessments such as aquatic and terrestrial habitat field surveys

GPS/GIS data management and mapping of environmental resources

Assistance with preparation of USACE Section 404 permit applications

Assistance with preparation of State 401 Water Quality Certification applications (including Georgia EPD state waters buffer variances)

Assistance with preparation of NPDES construction stormwater permit applications

Completion of E&SC inspections on active construction sites

Environmental sampling while following appropriate sample integrity and chain-of-custody procedures

Sample coordination with appropriate laboratory for sample analysis

Site visits to document other environmental compliance and associated reporting

BS degree in natural resources, ecology, environmental science, fisheries, wildlife biology, chemistry, geology, environmental engineering, or related discipline

MS degree is preferred, but not required

1-2 years of field experience in the ecological and natural sciences is preferred, but not required

Knowledge of eastern United States flora and fauna, especially wetland and riparian flora

Formal wetland delineation training is preferred, but not required

Proficiency with GPS hardware and software (EOS Arrow, Trimble, Garmin, Bad Elf, etc.)

GIS experience (ESRI ArcGIS Field Maps, ArcPro, ArcMap, etc) is highly desirable, but not required

OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is preferred, but not required

Ability to work long, physically demanding hours in a variety of weather conditions in remote locations

Ability to traverse uneven terrain and carry field equipment (up to 40 lbs)

Advanced written and verbal communication skills

Willingness to travel as project requires

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this job opening.

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