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TRC Companies, Inc. · 19 hours ago

Senior Wetland Scientist

Boise, ID

Part-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$45/hr - $70/hr

10+ years exp

TRC Companies, Inc. is a leader in providing innovative engineering and environmental solutions. They are seeking a Senior Wetland Scientist to lead natural resources field surveys and environmental documentation across the Pacific Northwest, focusing on energy generation and utilities infrastructure projects.

ConstructionConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical resource with up-to-date expertise/guidance regarding federal, state (Washington, Oregon), and local regulatory requirements for biological and natural resource protocols, regulations, permitting processes, and common pitfalls

Work on multiple assignments simultaneously and communicate effectively to deconflict competing priorities and schedule deadlines. Direct team members to do the same

With minimal supervision, plan and lead natural resources field surveys, mapping, and impacts assessment evaluations that conform with federal, state, and local manuals and regulatory requirements

Mentor and train junior staff on plant identification, soil characterization, species protocol surveys, and aquatic resources assessments as applicable

Research local ordinances and state regulations to understand site specific regulatory constraints, allowable uses, and critical areas code requirements

Lead wetland delineations and functional assessments based on the USACE 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual, applicable USACE regional supplements, and applicable functional assessment protocols

Conduct fish, wildlife, and plant species assessments in accordance with the requirements of U.S. Endangered Species Act Section 7/10, ODFW, WDFW, and WA DNR

Conduct wetland and stream function and value assessments conforming with ODSL and Washington Dept of Ecology standards

Conduct or support other biological surveys including vegetation and habitat assessments, and special status fish, wildlife, and plant species

Coordinate closely with TRC geographic information system (GIS) staff to prepare required mapping deliverables

Author technical reports documenting field findings, impacts assessments, and mitigation requirements

Prepare Joint Permit Applications (Oregon) and JARPA (Washington) for state and local wetland and waterbody impacts permitting

Identify, design, and implement habitat restoration/mitigation measures to compensate for project environmental impacts

Lead or participate in client, agency consultation, and internal team meetings

Interface directly with clients, internal team members including subconsultants, regulatory agency staff, and tribal representatives

Manage project delivery to meet client expectations as well as TRC quality, safety, and financial goals

As part of a team, lead and/or assist preparing competitive bid proposals and participate in client/business capture opportunities

Complete company administrative tasks as required

Represent TRC at industry functions and public meetings

Flexibly to meet project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workday or work week

Qualification

Professional Wetland Scientist certificationNatural resources surveysWetland delineationsTechnical writingProject managementPacific Northwest plant identificationJoint Permit ApplicationsFederalState permittingBiological field surveysClient serviceField data collection toolsGIS coordinationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeam leadershipPositive attitude

Required

10-15+ years of professional experience completing natural resources surveys, waterbody and wetland delineations, stream assessments, and other biological field surveys throughout Oregon and Washington

Have your Professional Wetland Scientist certification

Experience as project/task manager, leading all aspects of projects/tasks from notice to proceed through completion, including team and financial management

Excellent analytical reasoning skills and technical writing to identify project constraints, proposed solutions and deconflict project siting

Strong working knowledge to identify Pacific Northwest plant species sufficient to complete wetland delineations, vegetation and noxious weeds surveys, and habitat assessments throughout Oregon and Washington

Demonstrated experience performing routine and atypical wetland delineations using the USACE Manual and Regional Supplement(s) to identify, map, and characterize wetlands

Demonstrable experience preparing Joint Permit Applications meeting Oregon DSL removal-fill law and USACE Section 404 Clean Water Act requirements

Experience with Oregon SFAM and ORWAP assessments

Trained in Washington state wetland rating systems

Clear and concise technical writing and communication skills are mandatory

Able to maintain and grow relationships with clients and regulators

Experience with federal and state wetland and environmental permitting (401 Water Quality Certification, Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, etc.). Candidates should have familiarity with key environmental federal and state statutes and regulations including the U.S. Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and Clean Water Act

Maintain a positive attitude and deliver exceptional client service and leadership, while sometimes working under aggressive schedules and with controversial projects

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience

Proficient using the communication technologies, cloud computing, and the Microsoft Office software suite, and field data collection tools (GPS, ESRI Field Maps)

Able to maintain a positive attitude and deliver exceptional client service and leadership, while sometimes working under aggressive schedules, demanding clients, and controversial projects

Able to travel as needed for project assignments and pursuits

Possess a valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to TRC's insurance carrier

Preferred

Bachelor's or master's degree in Ecology, Range Science, Botany, Soil Science, Natural Resources, Wildlife Ecology, Aquatic Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, or a related field

Strong working knowledge of Oregon state and municipal regulations and permitting for power and utilities projects

Experience completing other biological surveys (e.g., aquatic and marine fish survey, marine mammals, eel grass and benthic surveys, in-water work permitting)

Experience with the United States Army Corp of Engineers, Bureau of Land Management, Forest service, Indian Lands, and Fish and Wildlife, and other Federal and State Agencies

Experience siting, designing, and implementing restoration/mitigation projects to compensate for impacts to wetlands, waters, and habitat communities

Additional skills and experience that are useful but not required are: site planning, NEPA/SEPA process, Shoreline Management policy

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.

401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.

Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).

All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.

TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

Company

TRC Companies, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

TRC stands for adaptability.

Founded in 1961

Lowell, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.trccompanies.com/

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