Field Ecologist & Restoration Scientist II

Resource-Environmental-Solutions,-LLC; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Environmental Solutions LLC (RES) is seeking a Scientist II to support ecological restoration projects across diverse Florida ecosystems. This mid‑level role blends fieldwork, technical reporting, and cross‑functional coordination to support permitting and compliance documentation.

You will collect and manage data, contribute to project reporting, and apply restoration science knowledge to project execution, including an in‑house assignment with the Florida Department of Transportation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, geology, or a related natural/physical science field.
• 2+ years fieldwork, sampling, ecological monitoring, or technical writing (or 1+ year with an advanced degree).
• Proficient in field sampling protocols, GPS/GIS tools, and equipment use.
• Experienced in collecting field data independently and following Standard Operating Procedures.
• Skilled in data analysis and technical report writing.
• Strong knowledge in one scientific discipline (e.g., wetland ecology, wildlife biology), with working knowledge in others.
• Comfortable evaluating site conditions and regulatory constraints.
• Familiar with project task tracking and regulatory requirements.
• Able to perform functional assessments and related calculations with minimal supervision.
• Experience with the ecosystems and listed species of South Florida.

Responsibilities

• For field days, prep field gear for site visits to wetlands, protected habitats, or mitigation sites, following protocols.
• Enter and analyze field data, draft sections of reports, and interpret site plans or planting palettes.
• Meet with regulatory teammates to discuss site feasibility under regulatory constraints.
• Balance independent work with teamwork to move projects forward.

Skills

Fieldwork

Data analysis

Technical reporting

GPS/GIS

Field data management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, geology, or related field

Tools

Field equipment

GPS/GIS tools

Job description

Resource Environmental Solutions LLC (RES) is seeking a Scientist II to support ecological restoration projects across diverse Florida ecosystems. This mid‑level role blends fieldwork, technical reporting, and cross‑functional coordination to support permitting and compliance documentation.

You will collect and manage data, contribute to project reporting, and apply restoration science knowledge to project execution, including an in‑house assignment with the Florida Department of Transportation