Staff Ecologist III

Verdantas • Toledo, OH

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About The Position

Verdantas is seeking a Staff Ecologist III to join its Environmental team in Cleveland, Akron, Youngstown, Columbus, Cincinnati, or another regional office. The role supports infrastructure, utility, and renewable energy projects throughout the Midwest through field assessments, environmental permitting, and technical reporting.

The position involves conducting and leading wetland delineations and stream assessments, gathering and analyzing field data, preparing technical reports and permit applications, and coordinating with regulatory agencies. Fieldwork takes place in varying terrain and weather conditions and may involve extended hours, including two or more weeks per month during peak field seasons.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience conducting wetland delineations and stream assessments, preferably in Ohio and surrounding states.
• Experience with USACE wetland data forms, ORAM, QHEI, and HHEI forms.
• Knowledge of Midwest plant identification.
• Experience with GPS-based field data collection.
• Strong technical writing, organization, communication, and Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to lead field teams and work independently.
• Willingness to work extended field hours, including two or more weeks per month during peak field seasons.
• Commitment to safety, ethical conduct, and high-quality work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading wetland delineation crews.
• Certification of WPIT, PWS, or CE.
• Experience with ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Collector, or similar field data collection applications.
• Knowledge of USACE Sections 401, 404, and 10 permitting and mitigation requirements.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and lead wetland delineations and stream assessments in accordance with current USACE guidance.
• Use GPS and field data collection tools to map habitats and sensitive resources.
• Coordinate fieldwork logistics, equipment, mapping, and Safe Work Plans.
• Analyze field data and prepare technical reports.
• Support coordination with USACE, USFWS, OEPA, ODNR, and other regulatory agencies.
• Prepare wetland delineation reports and environmental permit applications, including USACE Sections 401, 404, and 10, state wetland and stream permits, and NPDES compliance.
• Perform physically demanding fieldwork in varying terrain and weather conditions.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Paid parental leave
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays

What This Job Offers

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