Environmental Scientist (Ecological & Wetlands)

Earth Systems•Jacksonville, FL

2d•$45,000 - $50,000

About The Position

Axia Environmental is seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist to support ecological field investigations, environmental site assessments, wetlands delineations, and environmental compliance efforts on projects throughout Florida. The role emphasizes hands-on fieldwork, environmental sampling, ecological data collection, and preparation of technical and regulatory documentation. The Environmental Scientist collaborates with project managers, engineers, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders to support compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and CERCLA. Projects may involve coordination with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and Florida Water Management Districts. The role balances fieldwork and office-based technical work and includes providing technical guidance and quality control support to junior staff. The position is full-time and salaried, based in Jacksonville, Florida, or as assigned. The employee must be able to travel to and from the office location. Relocation assistance is not available. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship and employment-based immigration support are not offered. Pre-employment drug screening, background checks, and job-related physicals are required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, Biology, or a closely related field.
Five or more years of professional experience in environmental science, ecological consulting, or a related discipline.
Experience conducting ecological field investigations, environmental site assessments, and wetlands delineations.
Proficiency in environmental sampling techniques and environmental data analysis.
Working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and CERCLA.
Experience preparing technical reports, environmental impact assessments, permit applications, and regulatory submittals.
Ability to perform fieldwork in outdoor environments and variable conditions.
Strong knowledge of wetland science, ecology, and environmental compliance.
Excellent technical writing, documentation, and reporting abilities.
Experience with soil, groundwater, surface water, air, and biological media sampling.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based consulting environment.
Comfort balancing fieldwork and office-based technical work.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship and employment-based immigration support are not offered.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related field.
Familiarity with environmental permitting processes and regulatory coordination.
Familiarity with projects reviewed by FDEP and Florida Water Management Districts (SJRWMD, SWFWMD, SFWMD, SRWMD, or NWFWMD).
Experience with GIS, GPS data collection, and environmental modeling tools.
Professional certification such as Certified Environmental Scientist (CES) or Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), or being on track to obtain one.

Responsibilities

Conduct ecological field investigations and environmental site assessments, including wetlands delineations and habitat evaluations.
Perform environmental sampling involving soil, groundwater, surface water, air, and biological media.
Complete fieldwork tasks, including vegetation identification, soils observations, hydrology indicators, and ecological data collection.
Analyze and interpret environmental and ecological data, including trend evaluation.
Support and implement environmental monitoring programs and compliance-related field activities.
Prepare and contribute to technical reports, environmental impact assessments, permit applications, and regulatory submittals.
Assist with environmental permitting and coordinate with regulatory agencies and project stakeholders.
Apply and maintain knowledge of environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and CERCLA.
Use environmental sampling techniques, data analysis tools, GIS, and environmental modeling software as needed.
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to support project schedules and deliverables.
Provide technical guidance and quality control support to junior staff.