Wetlands Ecologist

About the role

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services. We provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas, we understand that our future is everyone's responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage projects, client relations, and staff delegation.
• Lead and participate in wetland and waters delineations, report writing, and federal and state JD requests.
• Prepare permit applications for USACE, state, and local agencies.
• Cookordination with USFWS and state agencies on threatened and endangered species effects determinations.
• Conduct wetland and stream assessments, categorizations, and support restoration, mitigation, and native habitat projects.
• Support other disciplines as needed and travel for field and office work, including occasional overnight and out-of-state travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related environmental field required; MS preferred.
• 4–8 years of wetland delineation and waters permitting experience.
• Valid driver’s license, clean record, U.S. work authorization, and drug screen.
• Ability to perform fieldwork in rough terrain and inclement weather, carrying up to 30 lbs.
• Knowledge of USACE manuals, Clean Water Act 404/401, and permitting processes.
• Wetland plant identification; experience with GPS, ArcGIS, and electronic field data collection.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, technical writing, multitasking, project/budget management, teamwork, and staff training skills.

Qualifications

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Skills

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Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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