Wetland Scientist

LIVIC Civil•Williamsport, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LIVIC Civil is hiring a Wetland Scientist to support environmental compliance and civil engineering projects. The role involves wetland and stream delineations, field assessments, technical reporting, permitting support, and coordination with project teams and regulatory agencies. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, organized, proactive, adaptable, and able to communicate effectively while managing changing priorities and complex challenges. They will also be open to researching and using emerging tools and technologies to improve business and project workflows while developing professionally. The position is based in Montoursville, Pennsylvania, and may require out-of-town travel to complete projects and travel to other offices as needed. Fieldwork can involve long hours and inclement weather. LIVIC describes a supportive work environment with flexible schedules and opportunities to grow into leadership, project management, operations, marketing, or client development roles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Ecology, Soil Science, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or a related field.
Ability to read blueprints and job-related documents.
Prior experience identifying flora and fauna native to the Northeast.
Competency in general Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
Ability to conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather, and travel out of town as needed.
Strong technical report-writing skills.
Flexibility to work in group and one-on-one environments.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail, analytical and multitasking abilities, and sound judgment.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Five to seven years of field experience, including at least one year in a lead role, performing wetland delineations in the Pennsylvania region.
Experience following the USACE 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual, the Eastern Mountains & Piedmont Regional Supplement, and the Northcentral & Northeast Regional Supplement.
Certified Wetland Delineator and ability to become a Professional Wetland Scientist.
Experience with USACE Atypical and Problem Wetland Areas methodology.
Familiarity with Trimble and ESRI products.
Willingness to travel to other offices as needed.

Responsibilities

Lead and direct wetland and stream delineation fieldwork and reporting.
Conduct wetland delineations, stream assessments, and floristic inventories.
Prepare technical reports related to fieldwork and delineations.
Support preparation of Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401/404 permit applications.
Assist with mitigation design, monitoring, and habitat assessments.
Collaborate with project teams and agencies to support environmental compliance.
Assess soils as part of wetland delineation field data collection.
Collect, record, manage, and analyze geospatial data using Trimble and ESRI products.
Coordinate and meet with regulatory agency staff.
Prepare and submit threatened and endangered species consultations with regulatory agencies.
Apply situational awareness to mitigate field risks and comply with industry standards and client-specific safety requirements.