Wetland Specialist - Olympia, WA

Wetland Specialist - Olympia, WA FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly Reports To: Senior Scientist Compensation: 30 hours per week / $30 hr. About Land Services Northwest Land Services Northwest is a leading and growing consulting firm serving Western Washington JOB SUMMARY: The Wetland Specialist is responsible for conducting / supporting a variety of wetland related services including delineations, restorations, permitting, reporting, and mitigation projects. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions: Perform wetland delineations following the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements. Emphasis on familiarity with Arid West Region Identification of the OHWM associated with potential Waters of the State following USACE and Washington State Department of Ecology Guidance Perform in-field work and data collection, compile, and organize field data Write professional reports Review threatened or endangered species habitat requirements and regulatory status Quantitative and qualitative evaluation of wetlands and other ecological communities Knowledge regarding current Section 404 and Section 401 (Clean Water Act) environmental regulation and regulatory instruments, mechanisms, and the permitting process Maintain familiarity with how various client needs are prioritized and capitalized. Assist in conducting the appropriate training/research for a project Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures JOB REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or a related field Wetland delineation training Ability to execute USACE Wetland Determination Forms and USACE OHWM Data Sheets (familiarity with Arid West Ephemeral and Intermittent Streams forms beneficial) Effective and concise communication and professional writing skills Highly organized and independently motivated Possess a valid non-commercial driver's license PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Professional in Training (WPIT) or other wetland related certifications Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS Pro for digitizing, analysis, and cartography. Experience with ESRI Field Maps and/or Survey123 applications Autocad knowledge Field data collection with a handheld GPS unit Natural areas and/or conservation restoration practices West coast threatened or endangered species, habitat requirements, and regulatory status Wetland rating and mitigation design Stream classification and assessment Plant identification PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to carry field equipment during outdoor work, including backpack, spade shovel, soil probe, handheld GPS equipment Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions in outdoor environments Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Prolonged periods of standing or walking, including long distances in irregular and/or uneven terrain Have own vehicle, valid drivers license and insurance Additional Info Application Link or Email : landservicesnw@gmail.com Job Type : Part-time Education Level : Bachelors Degree, Masters Experience Level : Entry Level