Watershed Representative

GD Barri & Associates, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 26,992 - 38,443; Full time

Job summary

G D Barri & Associates is seeking a trainee to conduct environmental reviews and assist with Section 26a permits on reservoirs. The role involves supporting land use contract management and shoreline projects at the Muscle Shoals, AL or Chattanooga, TN regional office.

The position emphasizes development, with training assignments to broaden experience across watershed operations and resource stewardship activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Forestry, Ecology, Plant Sciences, or a related environmental field.
• Training position with developmental assignments to familiarize with watershed operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental reviews for Section 26a permit applications and land use applications.
• Assist with land use requests and processing Section 26a approvals.
• Assist with management of land use contracts.
• Evaluate shoreline management requests for alignment with watershed goals.
• Support shoreline improvement, resource management and recreational projects per plans.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Environmental Sciences

Job description

For 35 years, G D Barri & Associates has been a trusted workforce solutions partner, delivering highly skilled engineering, technical, and professional talent to some of the nation’s most critical industries, including power, utilities, nuclear, and infrastructure. Candidates choose Barri because we offer steady opportunities, strong client relationships, and a team that truly advocates for your success. We prioritize compliance, safety, integrity, and a personalized approach that matches you with roles where your expertise is valued and your impact strengthens performance and project success from day one.

Location:

• Muscle Shoals, AL or Chattanooga, TN Regional Office
• 9/7/2026 - 9/30/2027
• Expenses allowed if qualifications are met

Summary:

This position will be focused on conducting environmental reviews Section 26a permits on reservoirs and assisting with land use contract management.

• Pay Rate: $23.75/hour
• Duration: through

Responsibilities:

Training position with developmental assignments made to familiarize the incumbent with a broad range of watershed operations teams functions. With increasing experience, the incumbent’s duties will expand to encompass greater responsibility in the Resource Stewardship process areas. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with environmental reviews for Section 26a permit applications and land use applications.
• Assist with land use requests and review and assist with processing applications for Section 26a approvals in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Assist with management of land use contracts.
• Evaluate shoreline management requests seeking alignment with watershed improvement and cultural protection goals.
• Support implementation of shoreline improvement projects, resource management and recreational projects as outlined in performance plans.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree – BA or BS in Biology, Forestry, Ecology, Plant Sciences, and similar environmental degrees are the expectation

G D Barri is an equal opportunity employer