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VHB

Ecologist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Participate in multi-disciplinary environmental impact assessment, permitting, and compliance ... Engage in collegial one-on-one communications with internal and external project managers, agency ...

Coeur d'Alene Tribe

Forest Ecologist

Plummer, ID · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Forest Ecologist Department: NR-Forestry Compensation: DOE ($55,000 - $70,000) Additional Note ... Develop and implement forest management plans (FMP), and environmental analyses (EA) that focus on ...

VHB

Ecologist

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

$70K - $90K/yr

Participate in multi-disciplinary environmental impact assessment, permitting, and compliance ... Engage in collegial one-on-one communications with internal and external project managers, agency ...

VHB

Ecologist

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

$70K - $90K/yr

Participate in multi-disciplinary environmental impact assessment, permitting, and compliance ... Engage in collegial one-on-one communications with internal and external project managers, agency ...

AECOM

Ecologist

Tampa, FL · Hybrid

Utilize electronic data collection methods and manage data, as needed. * Support writing ... Experience in environmental permitting * Proficiency in ecosystem assessments, environmental ...

Coeur d'Alene Tribe

Forest Ecologist

Plummer, ID · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Forest Ecologist Department: NR-Forestry Compensation: DOE ($55,000 - $70,000) Additional Note ... Develop and implement forest management plans (FMP), and environmental analyses (EA) that focus on ...

Lynker Corporation

Quantitative Ecologist

Miami, FL

$85K - $115K/yr

Lynker Corporation is seeking a Quantitative Ecologist to support NOAA Fisheries' Southeast ... Experience with statistical analysis to investigate species-environment relationships, management ...

AECOM

Ecologist

Tampa, FL · On-site

Utilize electronic data collection methods and manage data, as needed. * Support writing ... Experience in environmental permitting * Proficiency in ecosystem assessments, environmental ...

AECOM

Ecologist

Tampa, FL · Hybrid

Utilize electronic data collection methods and manage data, as needed. * Support writing ... Experience in environmental permitting * Proficiency in ecosystem assessments, environmental ...

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Ecologist III - Field

Metro Consulting Associates LLC

Plymouth, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

The Ecologist III is a senior-level, field-focused Wetland Ecologist responsible for conducting advanced ecological field investigations and supporting regulatory compliance efforts for complex environmental projects. This position spends the majority of time performing hands-on field work, including wetland delineations, ecological surveys, monitoring, and compliance inspections, with supporting office-based responsibilities related to data analysis, reporting, permitting, and coordination.
The Ecologist III serves as a technical resource to project teams, clients, and regulatory agencies and plays a key role on highly technical projects involving multiple layers of regulatory review and approval.
Duties & Responsibilities
Primary Field Responsibilities (Approximately 75-80%)
  • Team lead in charge of completing wetland/waters assessments and delineations according to the 1987 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineations Manual and applicable regional supplements.
  • Perform wetland inventories, functional assessments, and wetland monitoring.
  • Conduct ecological surveys, such as vegetation assessments, rare species habitat assessments, stream assessments, tree surveys, and environmental compliance.
  • Participate in threatened and endangered species surveys and related best management practices (BMP) and/or compliance activities.
  • Perform construction and compliance monitoring including field inspections and documentation.
  • Collect, record, and maintain accurate field notes, GPS data, maps, photographs, and logs.
  • Evaluate natural resources and identify potential environmental constraints or compliance issues in the field.
  • Travel regularly to project sites and work outdoors in varied terrain and weather conditions.
  • Support and mentor junior field staff during field investigations and monitoring activities.

Secondary Office / Technical Support Responsibilities (Approximately 20-25%)
  • Prepare and/or review technical reports, including wetland/waters delineations, stream assessments, ecological surveys, habitat assessments, and monitoring reports.
  • Assist with preparation of wetland restoration plans.
  • Prepare Biological Assessments and develop avoidance, minimization, or mitigation strategies for sensitive species and regulated habitats.
  • Coordinate with project managers, clients, and regulatory agencies regarding technical findings and permitting requirements.
  • Provide technical input to support permitting and regulatory compliance under USACE, and different Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (EGLE) state regulations.
  • Prepare or oversee preparation of data tables, figures, maps, and documentation related to ecological work.
  • Support project profitability through coordination with Project Managers and efficient task execution.
  • Provide input to improve ecological quality control processes and identify training or resource needs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, or related field and/or equivalent experience
  • Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), Wetland Professional in Training (WPIT) or seasoned wetland delineator.
  • Have received formal wetland delineation training (certificate of completion required).
  • Proven leadership skills, and experience as a team leader.
  • Minimum 10-15 years of applicable experience, with a minimum 3-5 years of experience conducting wetland delineations.
  • Strong working knowledge of the USACE wetland 1987 delineation methodology, and the applicable regional supplements, including atypical situations.
  • Experienced with native and invasive plant identification within Michigan and the Great Lakes Region.
  • Knowledge of federal (Section 404 and 401 Permitting) and state (Michigan and Indiana) wetland regulations and permitting.
  • Experienced with the taxonomically identification of flora and fauna common to the Midwest, specifically to Michigan.
  • Familiar with federal and state threatened and endangered species regulations.
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines as well as balance multiple on-going projects at one time.
  • Strong planning, organization, preparation, and execution capabilities.
  • Resourceful, action-oriented, with strong problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites and the corporate office
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical teams
  • Experience with GPS units and related software (ESRI, Pathfinder Office, etc.)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

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