Wetland/Permitting Specialist - Environmental Scientist

Dewberry; Lake Hiawatha (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Wetland/Permitting Specialist to join their environmental team. This role involves the identification and delineation of wetlands, preparation of permit applications, and conducting ecological assessments. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience, proficiency in GIS, and a strong understanding of environmental regulations. You will coordinate with clients and regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. If you are passionate about environmental science and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in wetland permitting and ecological assessments.
• Proficiency in habitat evaluations and field studies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate field visits with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare 404 and 401 permit applications and compliance monitoring.
• Document results of field investigations and prepare supporting documentation.

Skills

Wetland identification

Permit application preparation

Ecological assessments

Threatened and endangered species surveys

Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

Master's degree in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

Job Description

Dewberry is currently seeking a Wetland/Permitting Specialist to join our NE environmental group. The ideal candidate will be proficient in the identification and delineation of wetlands using N.J. Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) regulatory guidance manuals and have experience in the preparation of permit applications required by these agencies, including General/Nationwide/Individual Wetland Permits, Pinelands and Highlands and Coastal Wetland Permits, including Waterfront Development and CAFRA permits.

The position requires 8 to 10 years of experience and the ability to prepare ecological assessments, perform threatened and endangered species surveys, and be familiar with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Ecological Risk Assessment procedures. Experience using Geographical Information Systems and Global Positioning Systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate visits with clients and regulatory agencies in the field.
• Conduct soil, hydrology and vegetation inventory, and plant identifications.
• Prepare 404 and 401 permit applications.
• Complete permit compliance monitoring.
• Document and summarize results of field investigations and analyses.
• Prepare plans, specifications, maps, exhibits and supporting documentation for client and regulatory approvals.
• Provide client and regulatory agency coordination.
• Support proposal preparation, contract execution, and budget/schedule adherence.
• Perform technical work and develop project execution strategies.
• Evaluate site conditions and select wetlands identification, mitigation and regulatory approval strategies.
• Primary focus is to execute project activities with client and project team and coordinate with regulatory agencies.

Required Skills & Required Experience

• A Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, or related field is required. Master's degree is a plus.
• Proficiency in threatened and endangered species habitat evaluations, including field studies.
• 8-10 years of work experience is required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Microstation a plus.
• Capability to execute and coordinate 404/401 permitting and environmental assessment activities with internal/external clients and regulatory agencies.
• Knowledge of Regulation submittal, Wetland or Environmental design, Phase I/II Environmental Assessments, EPA Rapid Bio-Assessment, and a NEPA background would be considered a plus.
• Professional Wetland Scientist and COE Provisional Certification.
• DCR E&S Certification a plus.

Additional Requirements

• Regular field work in a variety of seasonal conditions.
• Local and occasional statewide/countrywide travel is required for position.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.