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TKDA · 2 days ago

Senior Scientist, Environmental / Wetland

Duluth, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$85K/yr - $114K/yr

10+ years exp

TKDA is an employee-owned firm specializing in water resources, and they are seeking a Senior Wetland Scientist. The role involves performing wetland delineations and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Consulting

No H1B

Responsibilities

Perform fieldwork activities, including data collection and site inspections

Prepare and submit permit applications in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

Coordinate permitting activities and maintain communication with regulatory agencies

Document field observations and site conditions accurately and thoroughly

Prepare detailed project reports that meet company, client, and agency standards

Facilitate communication with public entities and client representatives regarding project progress

Provide regular updates on project status, including milestones and deliverables

Support project management tasks such as tracking budgets, expenditures, and timelines

Ensure compliance with environmental and safety protocols throughout all phases of the project

Contribute to the overall success of projects by collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders

Qualification

Wetland delineationPermit application preparationEnvironmental regulations knowledgeField data collectionArcMap proficiencyCAD platforms experienceFAA Part 107 LicenseProfessional certificationsInterpersonal skillsVerbal communicationWritten communicationTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Biology, Botany, Ecology, Hydrology, or similar discipline

Minimum of 10 year of experience performing field wetland delineations and preparing wetland delineation reports, preferably with Department of Transportation projects

Overall knowledge of the permitting process and prior experience preparing and coordinating permit applications for aquatic resource impacts with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, federal and state agencies (DNR, PCA, EPA, etc.), and local agencies (SWCD, watershed districts, etc.)

Working knowledge of the process to collect, organize, and submit field data using various data collection resources, including tablets and/or GPS devices

Strong interpersonal skills; Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently

Effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to write descriptive and technically accurate reports

Possession of a valid Driver's License with a driving record that meets company requirements

Preferred

Prior experience identifying, tracking, and securing project opportunities or cultivating/developing relations with existing and new clients

Previous experience with ArcMap and CAD platforms

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 (Drone Operator) License

Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification, Professional Soil Scientist (PSS), Minnesota Certified Wetland Delineator (CWD), or Wisconsin Assured Wetland Delineation Professional

Prior experience preparing and obtaining final approval on permit applications for aquatic resource impacts, preferably in Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and/or Wyoming