NEOGOV · 11 hours ago
Wetland Permitting Specialist - Environmental Planner 3 - Permanent - 2026-00744
Thurston County – Olympia, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$5,666/mo - $7,622/mo
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Wetland Permitting Specialist to join the Department of Fish and Wildlife in Washington. The role involves delivering wetland science and regulatory support to secure environmental permits through fieldwork, technical analysis, and coordination with permitting teams and regulatory agencies.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Guide wetland delineations, mapping, rating, report writing, and mitigation requirements for CAMP projects:
Develop, plan, and coordinate activities associated with wetland delineation preparation. Research, analyze, and record data about the project site
Perform fieldwork for wetland delineations throughout the state, using an Arrow GPS unit and iPad with Field Maps. Analyze soils, vegetation, and hydrology on site
Complete data forms and wetland rating forms during and after field activities
Draft, prepare, and submit wetland delineation reports and mitigation plans for the preparation of permit application packages
Determine eligibility of consultants to perform work for the agency and recommend the selection of those qualified for state planning
Assist lead permitting staff in environmental tasks in work areas:
Perform seining, sampling, and removal of aquatic species from active construction areas
Perform water quality sampling including pH, turbidity, and dissolved oxygen, or other site samples
Prepare additional supporting permit documents for policy and regulatory compliance:
Serve as a technical liaison while coordinating with planning personnel in other state departments and WDFW planners to determine site constraints, local requirements, and wetland delineation requirements for projects
Preparation of Biological Assessments and Evaluations, Habitat Management Plans, Mitigation Plans, and other biological documents required for permitting
Qualification
Required
An Associate's degree with an emphasis/specialty in wetland science, natural resource science, water resource management, environmental science, environmental policy, or related field
Four (4) years of professional experience in wetland science, natural resource planning, federal, state, and local permitting, or equivalent field
A Bachelor's degree in wetland science, natural resource science, water resource management, environmental science, environmental policy, or equivalent field
Two (2) years of professional experience in wetland science, natural resource planning, federal, state, and local permitting, or equivalent field
Valid Driver's License
Preferred
Western and Eastern Washington wetland plant identification
Western and Eastern Washington wetland rating
Data processing and analysis using Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Field Map
Vegetative surveys and monitoring
Hydric soil identification
Ordinary High Water Mark (OHWM) identification and delineation
Aquatic species protection methodology and implementation
Scientific/technical report writing and review
Code, law, and regulation research and interpretation
Field work techniques and safety
Field data collection, entry, and analysis
Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.
Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems.
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165 or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
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