Ecologist Senior Level (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co. • Minneapolis, MN

4d • $80,000 - $105,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking an ecologist to join our Minneapolis team. The person in this position will work with clients and project teams on water resources, civil and environmental engineering, and related technical assignments. This person will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and other Barr staff members as well as regulatory staff and clients. They will help clients meet ecological and regulatory constraints and prepare applications and reports required for project permitting, implementation, and mitigation of natural resource impacts. A successful person in this role will have strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and a flexible working style with the ability to work independently and with teams of specialists to meet client and project needs.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree and/or specialized experience in ecology or other natural resources field.
• Experience with managing and leading project teams.
• Proficiency with GIS tools.

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.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level