Environmental Scientist - Natural Resources Specialist

EA - Non-public External Job Board; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with ESOP

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

EA is seeking an experienced environmental scientist focusing on natural resources. The successful candidate will oversee ecological assessment, permitting, and restoration projects nationwide, with an emphasis on wetlands.

The position will primarily support the mid-Atlantic region while collaborating with offices across the country. Responsibilities include leading field surveys, data management, and report writing; mentoring junior staff; engaging with clients and agency representatives; and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years experience with wetland delineations and wetland permitting.
• Experienced with vegetation identification.

Responsibilities

• Lead a variety of natural resource field surveys, data collection and management and report writing.
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff.
• Interact with clients and agency representatives.
• Develop and lead proposal efforts.

Skills

Wetland delineations

Wetland permitting

Vegetation identification

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Us

At EA, you’ll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions.As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.

Position Overview

EA is seeking an experienced environmental scientist with a focus on natural resources. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing ecological assessment, permitting and restoration projects nationwide with a stong emphasis on wetland related projects. The successful applicant will work primarily out of the mid-Atlantic region, but will support offices across the county.

Responsibilities

• Leading a variety of natural resource field surveys, data collection and management and report writing.
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff.
• Interact with clients and agency representatives.
• Develop and lead proposal efforts.

Note: This position will require some out-of-state travel approximately once per month.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 7-10 years experience with wetland delineations and wetland permitting
• Experienced with vegetation identification

Note: This position requires specific driving duties. You must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer.

Desired Qualifications

• Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS)
• Maryland DNR Qualified Professional (QP)
• Experience with wetland permitting in Maryland

Use of AI in the Application Process:

Applications should represent your own work and experience. AI generated resumes will not be considered.

Sponsorship Statement:

This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants who require sponsorship at any point will not be considered.

Drug Screen Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.

Pay Range

$85,000—$105,000 USD

The EA pay range for this position is intended as a general guideline and does not guarantee specific compensation or salary. Factors considered when making an offer include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, and compliance with federal and state laws.

Why Join EA?

At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team-centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.

What We Provide:

EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work-life balance including flexible schedules. We have a tremendous base of positive client relationships that has resulted in a stable backlog of projects and opportunities for growth. We offer paid volunteer time, tuition reimbursement, knowledge sharing, industry advancement, professional associations, and industry conferences. EA is proud to offer a fantastic benefits package that includes the following:

• 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Salary
• Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Generous paid-time-off policy
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee wellness program

Accommodation Information:

If you are interested in applying for employment with EA and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the EA Talent Acquisition Office at [e-mail]. For TTY users, dial 711.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

EA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.