Wetland Ecologist

~ Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc. (ECT) is an employee-owned firm specializing in the resolution of complex environmental issues through cost-effective project planning, management, and applied engineering and scientific expertise. ~ 

ECT's professional scientists, engineers, planners and management consultants listen to our clients' specific needs and develop a sound technical understanding based on reaching favorable client outcomes prior to designing solutions.

ECT's project managers utilize proven management systems to assure the successful accomplishment of all project goals on time and on budget.

Position Overview

Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc. (ECT), is searching for a wetland ecologist to join our Natural Resource Management & Permitting Service Line. With support of an existing team of professionals, you will:

Responsibilities

• Conduct wetland delineations, wildlife surveys, vegetation mapping, T&E species surveys, gopher tortoise relation and environmental assessments
• Working in wetlands, swamps, forest in adverse weather (hot, wet, etc.) conditions
• Work long hours as well as hours out-side of the normal work day
• Walking long distances while carrying equipment up to 50 lbs
• Requires regular, frequent overnight travel through the southeast United States
• Interact with clients
• Make presentations
• Develop marketing opportunities
• Keeping current of ecological regulations

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in environmental or ecology-related field and 1-3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

• Florida wetland, delineation, assessment and wetland permitting (FDEP, WMD, and USACE) experience is required
• Listed species including gopher tortoise permitting and relocation, environmental permitting of linear projects, land development and public/private projects experience is highly desirable
• Capable of walking long distances in rough terrain
• Capable of carrying a minimum of 50 lbs of equipment.
• Ability to travel out of town with extended overnight travel required
• Strong skills with Microsoft programs (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Exhibit good technical writing skills and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to meet deadlines by prioritizing and multi-tasking
• Positive attitude, flexible and able to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven atmosphere