Description
The Junior to Mid-Level Environmental Scientist will be responsible for assisting various projects, including but not limited to wetland delineations, Threatened and Endangered (T&E) surveys, environmental permitting, due diligence investigations, and preparation of technical reports. This position requires US citizenship due to the clients we serve.
Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.
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Your Role:
• Assist with wetland identification, delineation, determination, and mitigation in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations. Prepare all associated data sheets and wetland reports.
• Assist T&E species surveys and permitting in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
• Assist with the preparation of USACE Nationwide Permits, Section 404 Dredge/Fill, Section 401 Water Quality Certification, and FDEP Environmental Resource Permit applications.
• Use Global Positioning System (GPS) to document points or stake features in the field.
• Prepare technical environmental reports.
• Assist field staff in environmental investigations.
Qualifications:
• A Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field is required, Master's Degree is preferred.
• 1 to 3 years' experience in environmental science, environmental consulting, or a nexus industry.
• A minimum of 1 year of wetlands experience with projects related to one or more of the following areas: land development, transportation, water, energy, and oil/gas is required.
• Candidates must have direct work experience assisting with wetland delineations, listed species surveys, and environmental permitting to be considered.
• The candidate must have an understanding of wetland ecology and permitting processes, and be familiar with wetland mitigation site selection, design, and monitoring.
• Experience with NEPA document preparation is desired, but not required.
• GIS/database/statistical experience in the environmental fields is a plus; however, Tetra Tech has GIS and CADD staff available to prepare the required mapping.
• Proficient with using GPS, GIS software programs, Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint.
• Capable of extensive fieldwork.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Wetland delineation training is preferred.
• Must possess a valid drivers' license in good standing.
• The ability to operate 4WD equipment and trailer attachments is preferred.
• Knowledge of Florida flora and fauna, hydric soils, environmental regulations, and permitting.
• Experience conducting wetland delineations and listed species surveys.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER training is required; we will provide it if the incumbent does not currently possess it.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.
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