Biologist or Ecologist - Wetland Specialist

Kleinfelder Inc; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder Inc is looking for a Biologist / Wetland Scientist / Ecologist in Tulsa, OK. Join our Environmental team to work on diverse projects across transportation, energy, and commercial markets.

The ideal candidate will have field assessment experience, strong writing skills, and a BS in an related field. Enjoy benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 4-8+ years of experience in conducting environmental fieldwork and reporting.
• Strong writing and communication skills for report preparation.
• Ability to work in adverse climate and field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field delineations of Waters of the U.S. according to USACE standards.
• Perform habitat assessments for threatened and endangered species.
• Develop stream and wetland mitigation plans.

Skills

Field assessments for wetlands

Habitat assessments

Plant and wildlife identification

Soils evaluation

Mitigation planning

Attention to detail

Education

BS in Environmental, Biological, Ecological Science or related field

Tools

GPS use

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Environmental Career to the Next Level

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder’s Environmental team is looking for you! From environmental planning, permitting, remediation, and site characterization to chemical data management and hydrogeology, Kleinfelder offers a variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions.

The Tulsa, OK office is seeking a Biologist / Wetland Scientist / Ecologist to assist on various types of projects primarily in the transportation, energy, and commercial markets.

The successful candidate will have experience conducting field assessments for wetlands, threatened and endangered species and other related projects in the natural resources sector. Approximately 90% of the time will be dedicated to fieldwork, proposal development, and report preparation. The successful candidate will also be involved in services related to environmental site assessments and regulatory compliance.

Activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Field delineations of Waters of the U.S. (including wetlands) according to USACE standards.
• Habitat assessments for threatened and endangered species.
• Stream and wetland mitigation planning.
• Mitigation site monitoring.
• Section 404 permitting.
• Preparing various types of reports and NEPA documentation.
• Environmental Site Assessments.
• Regulatory compliance.
• Assist with business development and proposal development.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in plant and wildlife identification, soils evaluation, hydrology, GPS use, mitigation planning, permit preparation, and be able to conduct work year-round in adverse climate and field conditions.

The ideal candidate will have good writing and communication skills. The position will involve preparing field reports, internal correspondence, and formal reports and proposals. The position requires strong attention to detail to ensure compliance with relevant state/federal regulations and client specific requirements.

BS in an Environmental, Biological, Ecological Science or related field is required. 4‑8 or more years of experience in conducting environmental fieldwork and reporting is preferred.

The ability to travel is required (typically short-term). This position is a great opportunity for qualified professionals who are energetic and enthusiastic and who like diversified project types.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)