Project Wetland Scientist
Company: SWCA Environmental Consultants
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
About the opportunity
SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a Project Wetland
Scientist to join our dynamic team in Austin, Texas supporting
projects throughout Texas, Oklahoma, and the Gulf Coast area.
Engaging in both field and office work, you'll conduct wetland
delineations, vegetation surveys, wildlife assessments, and a
variety of other natural resource field studies. In this roll,
you'll conduct pre-construction surveys, write technical reports,
and assist with permit applications and project management for a
variety of clients. Your expertise will be crucial to project
success. We will consider both Associate and Project-level
candidates for this role: Assistant Project Wetland Scientist:
Typically, with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience
and expertise.Associate Project Wetland Scientist: Typically, with
a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience and
expertise.Project Wetland Scientist: Typically, with a minimum of
seven (7) years of relevant experience and expertise. This is a
permanent full-time benefited position offering the flexibility of
hybrid work, combining field, in-office, and remote work
arrangements. Preference will be giving to candidates in the Texas,
Oklahoma, and the Gulf Coast area. Please note that this position
involves demanding fieldwork with anticipated travel reaching at
least 60% of your time, including overnight stays. While fieldwork
will primarily be throughout Texas, Oklahoma, and the Gulf Coast
area, occasional travel to other regions may be required.
What you will accomplish
Conduct wetland delineations, functional assessments, and related
aquatic resource surveys.Lead field teams during wetland
delineation surveys and manage data collection.Prepare delineation
reports and assist with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit
applications for regulatory approvals under the Clean Water
Act.Conduct habitat assessments for threatened and endangered
species.Prepare wildlife technical reports with an emphasis on
Endangered Species Act compliance.Utilize topographic maps, GPS
devices, and other tools during fieldwork.Collaborate with team
members in the development of project deliverables.Assist with
preparing scopes and budgets for routine projects.Communicate
effectively with clients and agency representatives throughout
project lifecycles.Ensure adherence to safety protocols and oversee
their implementation in the field.Lead routine projects, processes,
or deliverables from start to finish, with support from project
managers.
Experience and qualifications for success
Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in biology, closely related
field, or equivalent professional experience.Minimum of three (3)
years of relevant experience conducting wetland delineations and
aquatic resource assessments in a professional setting. Candidates
that are unable to demonstrate delineation experience will not be
considered for this position.Experience leading wetland delineation
field surveys and research for desktop wetland evaluations and
compiling field data into aquatic resource delineation
reports.Knowledge and understanding of the Clean Water Act and
Endangered Species Act.Available for frequent travel, with field
work sometimes reaching 60% of your time. Proficiency in GPS
devices, digital data collection, and mapping software such as
ArcGIS.Valid driver's license and ability to safely operate 4WD
vehicles.Capability to conduct fieldwork in various conditions and
terrain and lift up to 40 pounds of equipment.Strong client service
orientation and exceptional communication skills. Preferred
Qualifications:Five (5) or more years of experience leading wetland
delineations, habitat assessments, and training junior
staff.Completion of a wetland delineation training course, such as
those offered by the Swamp School, Wetland Training Institute,
Whitenton Group, or Richard Chinn Environmental Training.Experience
leading wetland survey teams throughout Texas, Oklahoma, and the
Gulf Coast area and leading site visits with agency
personnel.Professional Wetland Scientist or Wetland Professional in
Training Certification. SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing
employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental
services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the
largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering
News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms. SWCA is committed to
salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In
alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in
all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and
transparency. An employee in this Austin, TX - based position can
expect a rate of $26.25 - $34.25/hour at the Assistant Project
Wetland Scientist, $31.50 - $40.43/hour at the Associate Project
Wetland Scientist level, and $72,072.00 - $92,820.00/year at the
Project Wetland Scientist level. Actual pay within this range may
depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client
requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law.
Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses.
Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA's Total Rewards
package, which includes a competitive package, forward-thinking
workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning
career development, and more. Application deadline: Our team will
begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be
scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The
application process will remain open until we have received a
robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified
suitable individuals, we may close the application process without
prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all
applicants and will carefully consider each submission. EOE -
women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are
encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we
celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work
environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds,
including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We
believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity,
innovation, and overall organizational success. SWCA continues to
invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our
award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the
growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and
experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA's continued
success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and
will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in
promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing
employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.
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