Wetland Ecologist | Field Surveys, GIS & Permitting (Hybrid)

Energy Jobline ZR; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Hybrid work model

Flexible schedules

Competitive benefits

Job summary

RIVUS Consulting LLC is seeking a Wetland Ecologist to help preserve and restore vital wetland ecosystems in the Baltimore, MD area. You will conduct field delineations, data collection, and reporting to support regulatory compliance and project success.

Ideal candidates have strong field experience, GIS proficiency, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team, with a passion for environmental stewardship and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of field experience including wetland and stream delineations.
• BS in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Geology, Hydrology, or related field.
• Certification in wetland science is a plus.
• Proficiency in GIS and ecological data analysis tools.
• Regulatory coordination and permitting experience.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Field investigations including wetland/stream delineations and habitat surveys.
• Post-construction monitoring of stormwater and stream restoration.
• Environmental construction and post-construction monitoring.
• Water quality monitoring.
• NEPA compliance and permit reports.
• GIS analysis and data collection; geo-processing.
• Data analysis and documentation.
• Technical reports.
• Coordination with state & local agencies.
• Work on permit-related tasks and regulatory policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Fieldwork

Regulatory coordination

Independent work

Stakeholder engagement

Certified Wetland Scientist (bonus)

Education

BS in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Geology, Hydrology, or related field

Tools

GIS software

Ecological data analysis tools

Job description

RIVUS Consulting LLC is seeking a Wetland Ecologist to help preserve and restore vital wetland ecosystems in the Baltimore, MD area. You will conduct field delineations, data collection, and reporting to support regulatory compliance and project success.

Ideal candidates have strong field experience, GIS proficiency, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team, with a passion for environmental stewardship and stakeholder engagement.