Environmental Permitting Specialist — Wetlands & Fieldwork

Jacobs Solutions Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Junior Environmental Permitting Specialist to join our Environmental Team. You will support wetlands delineations, permit applications, and regulatory coordination across Minnesota and the Upper Midwest, gaining hands-on experience in environmental permitting.

The role blends fieldwork with office work, requires a Bachelor's in a related field, internship exposure, strong writing, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Internship experience or collegiate project work conducting wetland delineations.
• Familiarity with environmental permitting processes.
• Strong technical writing skills and ability to write formal reports.
• Valid state driver's license with clean driving record.
• Willingness to perform fieldwork across Minnesota and Midwest.
• Submission of technical writing sample for review.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wetland delineations, field investigations, and natural resource assessments with reports.
• Prepare permit applications and coordinate with regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate impacts and mitigation strategies.
• Assist with project delivery, including technical writing, client coordination, and planning.

Skills

Fieldwork

Technical writing

Regulatory coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Environmental Studies, or related field

Tools

Wetland delineations

Environmental permitting processes

Job description

Jacobs in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Junior Environmental Permitting Specialist to join our Environmental Team. You will support wetlands delineations, permit applications, and regulatory coordination across Minnesota and the Upper Midwest, gaining hands-on experience in environmental permitting.

The role blends fieldwork with office work, requires a Bachelor's in a related field, internship exposure, strong writing, and a valid driver's license.