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Barr Engineering Co. · 18 hours ago

Ecologist – Senior Level (Hybrid)

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$80K/yr - $105K/yr

10+ years exp

Barr Engineering Co. is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their Minneapolis team. The successful candidate will work with clients and project teams on water resources and environmental engineering, focusing on ecological and regulatory compliance, permitting, and project management.

ConsultingInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Wetland delineation: oversee wetland delineations, inventories, and functional assessments

Report writing: perform botanical and wildlife surveys, perform threatened and endangered species reviews, and prepare environmental impact assessments

Permitting: develop permit applications

Project management: assist with planning, coordinating, and executing projects. Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to project managers and clients

Client Relationships: develop and maintain client relationships and work with permitting agencies and public officials

Qualification

Wetland delineationEnvironmental impact assessmentsPermit applicationsEcology degreeGIS proficiencyInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProject managementNegotiation skills

Required

Education: bachelor's degree in ecology, botany, hydrology, soil science, or a similar natural resources field

Experience: 10+ years of relevant experience

Knowledge of and experience with Minnesota state and federal regulations and permitting processes, including wetland delineation, permitting (Minnesota WCA, Minnesota Work in Public Waters, and Section 404), and mitigation

Knowledge of and experience with wetland restoration design, construction, and restoration project contracting and management

Knowledge of state and federal protected species programs

Experience in collaborating and negotiating with local, state, and federal regulators

Driver's license: possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future

Preferred

Advanced degree and/or specialized experience in ecology or other natural resources field

Experience with managing and leading project teams

Proficiency with GIS tools

Benefits

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care

Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock

Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders

Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities

Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave

Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities