Wetland Permitting Biologist

Overview Location(s): United States Practice/Department: Biological Work Environment: Remote Compensation: $70,000-80,000/annually* Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies. Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards. Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience. Learn more about our award-winning culture , the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape. Position Overview Who You Are As an employee-owner , you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently. Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented , with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation . How You’ll Make an Impact Dudek is currently seeking a mid-level wetland-permitting specialist to join our biological resources team. The successful candidate will assist our team in preparing resource agency permit applications and contribute to report preparation under direction of Dudek staff. This position will necessitate desk-based work. This position can be considered for fully remote or a hybrid work arrangement depending on the candidate’s home location. Duties and Responsibilities Complete Aquatic Resources Delineation Reports; Prepare reports summarizing methodology, field survey results and recommendations related to wetland permitting regulations; Prepare permit applications and CEQA/NEPA biological evaluations; Assist or lead with resource agency permitting including Federal Clean Water Act Section 404 and 401 applications; Prepare scopes of work and cost estimates for wetland permitting work. Manage work products from inception to completion, ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, botany, environmental science or related natural resources field; A minimum of 5 years of experience with wetland delineations and resource surveys, impact analyses and mitigation identification/planning; Understanding of Federal Clean Water Act Section 404 and 401 regulatory permitting processes for aquatic resources; Attention to detail, ability to work independently and as part of a team; Strong written and oral communication skills; Must live within the United States (this position can be remote or hybrid, if the candidate lives within close proximity to a Dudek office); Preferred Qualifications College coursework and/or a degree with wildlife identification, botanical, natural resources, or conservation, etc; Experience with reviewing and using data collected in the field via collection applications, such as ESRI Field Maps, Survey123, etc.; Familiarity with California wetland types and systems, and associated regulatory permitting processes; Comfortable working collaboratively with project planners, engineers, GIS staff, and other resource specialists. Compensation: $70,000-80,000/annually* *Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment. Working Conditions This job operates in a remote or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc. This job requires occasional project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following: Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting. Employees must be capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs. unassisted; 50lbs in a team lift (two or more employees). This job requires attending meetings, both in person and virtually as well as speaking on the phone with government agency representatives, members of the public, and others. Speaking, hearing and listening are required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Connect with us! 💼 LinkedIn 📸 Instagram ▶️ YouTube 🤝 Dudek Talent Community Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination. Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek’s operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek’s commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action. Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. 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