Entry-Level Environmental Scientist: Wetlands & Permitting

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 67,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist to join the Environmental Group in Owings Mills, MD. The role involves assisting with wetlands delineations, regulatory permitting, and habitat surveys in a team-focused setting.

The position requires a biology-related degree and up to 2 years of experience, with strong field data collection and writing skills. A valid driver’s license is required and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in biology, wildlife or natural resources is required.
• 0-2 years of experience is required.
• Strong background in environmental impact assessment, permitting, ecological field studies, and planning is required.
• Specialized expertise may be in environmental, terrestrial, wetland, or wildlife sciences.
• Demonstrated ability in field data collection and analysis, technical writing.
• Strong oral and written communication/interpersonal skills are a must.
• Valid Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field delineations of wetlands and Waters of the U.S.
• Assist in the preparation of delineation reports, functional assessments, mitigation plans, and Jurisdictional Determinations
• Assist in the preparation of permit applications under Sections 404/401 of the Clean Water Act and NPDES Section 402 regulatory permitting
• Coordinate with state, federal, and local regulators, as appropriate
• Conduct vegetation and wildlife habitat surveys
• Provide database reviews and background research for NEPA documents
• Conduct threatened and endangered species surveys
• Prepare Section 7 consultations with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
• Prepare Section 106 consultations with the State Historic Preservation Officer
• Conduct permit compliance monitoring and assist in conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA)

Skills

Biology degree

Wildlife degree

Natural resources

Field data collection

Technical writing

Oral and written communication

Driver's license

Education

Biology/Wildlife/Natural Resources degree

Job description

Dewberry is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist to join the Environmental Group in Owings Mills, MD. The role involves assisting with wetlands delineations, regulatory permitting, and habitat surveys in a team-focused setting.

The position requires a biology-related degree and up to 2 years of experience, with strong field data collection and writing skills. A valid driver’s license is required and sponsorship is not available.