Field Ecologist

Naturion Management Services LLC; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental benefits

PTO

SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match

Disability insurance

Vision and Life insurance

Job summary

Naturion is seeking a Field Ecologist to support ecological uplift and mitigation work across Georgia and South Carolina. You will conduct field data collection (vegetation, soil, water quality), perform delineations, and assist with regulatory documents.

Ideal candidates hold a BA/BS in a natural resources field, can travel to project sites near Macon, Athens, and Augusta, and bring strong communication and technical writing skills, plus ArcGIS experience.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Natural Resources, Ecology, Environmental Science, Forestry, Wildlife or Fisheries.
• Located in Georgia or able to commute to Macon/Athens/Augusta within two hours.
• Experience in environmental consulting (wetland delineation, 404 permitting) is a bonus.
• Expertise in Project Management and vegetation surveys (native/invasive).
• Experience in stream and wetland delineation and technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform field data collection and analysis per regulatory guidance.
• Calculate mitigation credits using approved methodologies.
• Execute stream and wetland delineations and assist with documents.
• Provide construction oversight support and ArcGIS mapping.

Skills

Project Management

Strong communication

Technical writing

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Natural Resources

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Field Ecologist Job Description

About Us

Naturion is focused on the union of environmental sustainability and responsible human progress. Our mission is to empower people, restore natural resources, and enhance the world we live in. We value relationships and prioritize people in all that we do. With locations across the US, we’re a growing company making waves in the industry.

About the Job

Naturion has an immediate opening for a Field Ecologist to join our team in the Georgia & South Carolina region. We have some exciting projects in the pipeline, with more on the horizon, and this position is essential in supporting the company’s growth and operational stability. The Field Ecologist is essential to ensuring ecological uplift and mitigation credit releases in our Georgia & South Carolina region.

What You Will Do & Expected Outcomes

• Perform field data collection and analysis (i.e., vegetation, soil, groundwater, geomorphic survey, water quality, benthic macroinvertebrates) using the latest regulatory guidance and functional assessment methodologies.
• Calculate mitigation credit using approved methodologies within governing U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Districts.
• Execute and assist with stream and wetland delineations.
• Assist in the preparation of regulatory documents, including 404/401 permits, mitigation banking documents, monitoring reports, and endangered species reports.
• Provide construction oversight assistance.
• Utilize ArcGIS mapping to support permit applications and document production.

Ideal Candidates

• BA/BS degree; preferable in Natural Resources, Ecology, Environmental Science, Forestry, Wildlife or Fisheries Management, Agricultural Science, or comparable education/experience.
• Located within the state of Georgia, US or able to commute to project sites around Macon, GA, Athens, GA, and Augusta, GA within two‑hours drive time.
• A professional background in the environmental consulting field (wetland delineation, 404 permitting, mitigation bank prospectus and mitigation banking instrument development, and aquatic resourcing functional assessment methods is a bonus).
• Expertise in Project Management.
• Expertise in comprehensive native and invasive species vegetation surveys.
• Experience in stream and wetland delineation.
• Strong communicator and multi‑tasker who can work on several projects simultaneously.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Knowledge or experience with ESRI ArcGIS is preferred.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Can travel with occasional overnight stays.
• Ability to operate company vehicles, including trailer towing.
• Ability to hike rough terrain with 25 lbs. of equipment in inclement weather.
• Environmental stewardship and building meaningful relationships are a must.

Perks to Look Forward To

• Collaborate with a diverse team of passionate, intelligent, and fun colleagues who share our values.
• Enjoy PTO that we genuinely encourage you to take.
• Stay healthy with comprehensive Health and Dental benefits.
• Access voluntary short‑term disability and voluntary life insurance programs.
• Benefit from employer‑sponsored Vision and Life insurance.
• Plan for the future with our SIMPLE IRA retirement plan and 3% company match.
• Elevate your performance with raises and bonuses tied to your achievements.
• Compensation commensurate with experience.

Ready to bring your expertise to the forefront of ecological restoration? Join us at Naturion and be a part of something extraordinary. Apply today and help us shape a greener future! https://naturion.com/who-we-are/#about-us