Job Description

Locations: Central Michigan or Lansing area
We are seeking an Environmental Scientist based in Central Michigan to support our team on a variety of natural resource projects. This role will involve assisting project managers with wetlands work, threatened and endangered species surveys, and water resource permitting. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple complex projects within the region's diverse landscapes.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform fieldwork, planning, scheduling, and technical support for services related to wetland delineations, natural resources inventories, permit compliance, regulatory support and other environmental surveys
• Travel, including multiple days, in-and-out-of-state overnight travel, is expected for this position
• Provide task assistance to project managers
• Meet deliverable schedules, schedule staff for projects and adhere to budgets
• Support project pursuits through proposal development and collaboration
• Stay current with federal and regional regulations, develop agency relationships, and develop the ability to represent ECT as a professional expert
• Participate in team building including internal training, quality review and mentorship
• Work independently, problem solve, navigate, and learn new and challenging project tasks
• Collaborate with the larger team to schedule project tasks
• Foster an environment emphasizing safety awareness and the safe performance of your work while contributing to a positive, professional environment

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences with 1-5 years relevant work experience
• Experience related to wetland delineation, botanical surveys, threatened and endangered species surveys; native vegetation identification and state and federal environmental permitting experience required
• Utility and/or renewable energy experience is a plus.
• Previous consulting experience preferred
• Experience in state and federal permitting desired
• Strong technical writing skills and QA/QC of data and reporting experience required

Job Essentials:

• Valid Driver's license with clean driving record
• Must be self-motivated with sound professional judgement; able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently with little direct supervision
• Primary duties are located within an office or remote office environment with occasional fieldwork
• Attention to detail, excellent verbal and technical written communication skills.
• Flexible and able to juggle multiple projects and changing priorities without missing deadlines or losing sight of project goals

Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc. (ECT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and other lawful criteria. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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