NEPA/MEPA Permitting Specialist — Wetlands & Fieldwork

Tetra Tech; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Flexibility

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Mid-level Wetland Biologist to support field surveys in the Great Plains and Western Mountains (CO, NE, WY, MT, ND) and follow-on reporting. Based in Billings, MT, you will help with NEPA/MEPA compliance, environmental assessments, and permit coordination for diverse projects.

The role requires 3+ years in permitting or related fields, strong analytical and written communication skills, and the ability to travel regionally. Proficiency in ArcGIS and MS Office is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a Permitting Specialist or related role, with a focus on NEPA/MEPA compliance and Environmental Assessments.
• Experience with local Montana county-level permitting is preferred
• Detail oriented with excellent critical thinking and troubleshooting/problem solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS Pro, and other relevant software tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support NEPA and MEPA documentation, including Environmental Assessments and related technical reports
• Lead or assist with environmental permit strategy, regulatory coordination, and document development
• Conduct project research, impact analysis, and technical writing for public and agency‑facing documents
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies on environmental review requirements
• Support biological resource field efforts as needed, including wetlands, vegetation, streams, and sensitive species
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and quality control of deliverables
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, clients, and subject matter experts

Skills

NEPA/MEPA compliance

Environmental permitting

Technical writing

Field surveys

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Biology or Environmental Science

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Microsoft Office Suite

ESRI GIS

FieldMaps

Survey123

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a Mid-level Wetland Biologist to support field surveys in the Great Plains and Western Mountains (CO, NE, WY, MT, ND) and follow-on reporting. Based in Billings, MT, you will help with NEPA/MEPA compliance, environmental assessments, and permit coordination for diverse projects.

The role requires 3+ years in permitting or related fields, strong analytical and written communication skills, and the ability to travel regionally. Proficiency in ArcGIS and MS Office is preferred.