Wetland Scientist - Energy/Ecological Sciences

Epsilon Associates, Inc.•Maynard, MA

9d•$75,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Epsilon is seeking a full-time Wetland / Environmental Scientist with demonstrated experience with independent wetland delineation and assessment and regulatory permitting to support our growing ecological sciences and energy services practice teams on a wide variety of public and private projects. The position will support multiple projects simultaneously and will be expected to represent the company at public meetings, workshops, and meetings with federal, state, and local agencies, as well as other stakeholders in conjunction with permit application review. Openings exist for qualified individuals with 2 to 5+ years of directly related experience in the primary responsibilities listed below.

Requirements

2 to 5+ years of demonstrated experience working in environmental management, regulatory compliance, environmental consulting or similar professional work;
Ability to independently perform ecological field surveys including wetland delineation, vernal pool surveys, wildlife habitat evaluations, and soil classification and assessment;
BS degree in Ecology, Wetland Ecology, Wildlife Biology, Soil Science or a closely related natural resource science degree;
Understanding of federal, state and local environmental statutes and regulations in Massachusetts;
Superior writing and oral communication skills;
Proven ability to work productively on multiple projects simultaneously as part of a multidisciplinary project team;
Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
Working knowledge of GIS and GPS survey;
Experience with preparation of permit applications associated with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and Municipal Wetlands Protection Bylaws;
A valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle for business travel, including proper insurance and registration;
All necessary paperwork to work in the USA.

Nice To Haves

Registration as a Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or Professional Wetland Scientist In Training (PWIT) by the Society of Wetland Scientists, wetland scientist certification (CWS) by the State of New Hampshire, and/or certification as a Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB) by The Wildlife Society or Certified Professional in Erosion and Sedimentation Control (CPESC) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Wetland delineations (including ability to delineate independently), vernal pool surveys, rare species surveys, wildlife habitat assessments, and function and values assessments;
Assist in preparation of technical reports and federal, state and local environmental permit applications in New England and New York;
Perform project site inspections, construction oversight, and regulatory compliance evaluations on energy transmission, transportation, and other construction projects.