Wetland Biologist/Ecologist

Facet•Seattle, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Wetland Biologist/Ecologist role is part of a multidisciplinary team to support projects with both private and public clients focused on wetland and stream delineation and classifications and other related critical area tasks. Engage in cross-training through project work with our multidisciplinary team to expand your knowledge and foster career advancement. This position ideally will be located in either our Seattle or Kirkland office and hybrid flexibility will be considered.

Requirements

Bachelor or Master of Science degree in biology, environmental science, or related field
Delineation experience or certificate in Wetland Science & Management from the University of Washington
Knowledge and experience with Pacific Northwest vegetation and wildlife
Excellent written and verbal communication skills (testing may be required)
Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and good driving record
Demonstrated ability to use standard computer programs, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

ISA arborist certification
GIS mapping experience
Additional expertise and associated accreditation (Fisheries Biology, Stream Ecology, ISA Certified Arborist, Marbled Murrelet Marine Monitor, GIS)
WSDOT Biological Assessment Author accreditation or other experience preparing biological assessments (BA) and biological evaluations (BE)
Familiarity with Eastern and Western Washington wetland rating forms and figures
Familiarity with local, state and federal regulatory requirements concerning critical areas and shorelines
Experience with permitting documentation (USACE 404, HPA, shoreline, 401 WQ Cert., and local area permits)

Responsibilities

Support field visits to wetland and stream Critical Areas, and Shorelines of the State
Prepare and manage projects including wetland assessments and delineation studies in Washington State, critical areas reports, functional assessments, compliance monitoring and reports, and mitigation plans
Technical report writing
Draft proposals for environmental services work
Interact with clients to achieve project objectives
Ability to work in a highly flexible, team-oriented environment

Benefits

Competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
Generous Paid Time Off (vacation and sick)
7 fixed holidays and 2 floating holidays
Fully paid employee medical, dental, and vision coverage
Employer paid for dependents’ medical, dental and vision paid at 60%
Choice of a traditional copay plan or High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings account (HSA)
Facet fully funds HSAs to the IRS maximum ($4400 for individuals and $8750 for families) for employees selecting the HDHP with HSA
$300 annual fitness benefit
$100,000 employer paid life insurance
Employer paid long-term and short-term disability
Voluntary plans include additional group life, accident, hospitalization, and serious illness
401k (Roth or Traditional) available after 3 months of employment
4.5% 401k match contributed to the Facet Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), a plan which grows with the value of the company
Financial support for professional development and memberships in professional associations