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Environmental Scientist

Company: Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, Locations: Louisville, KY Work Site: On Site Position Overview Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Scientist, Ecologist, or Biologist to join our growing team in Louisville, Kentucky. This position will support a multi-disciplinary team that is at the forefront of developing innovative restoration approaches. The right person for this position will have a passion for restoring degraded streams and wetlands, proven problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills. The role will be a mixture of fieldwork and office-based work. Job Duties The ideal candidate will work on all aspects of stream and wetland restoration; specific responsibilities will include:
Travel to restoration sites throughout Kentucky. Travel to other states may be required
Installation, maintenance and analysis of sensor networks
Vegetation surveys and vegetation community mapping
The development of geospatial data and maps, including survey activities using handheld and GNSS receivers
Bat roost tree and habitat surveys
Stream and wetland delineation and quality assessment
Mapping exotic/invasive species and coordinating with subcontractors for maintenance activities
Contributing to project proposals, mitigation plans, reports and presentations
Qualifications Education and Qualifications: Minimum of a four-year degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, conservation, or related fields. Demonstrated ability to perform professional ecological monitoring, with consulting experience plant identification knowledge Strong technical and quantitative skills Excellent writing and critical thinking skills Willingness to spend long days in the field, over rugged terrain, and in inclement weather Valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
What We Offer: Paid time off and paid holidays. Opportunities for advancement. All job specific equipment and safety gear provided. 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match. Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options. Group Health Plan. Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend. Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas. Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers. The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees. Charitable matching gift program. All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
Company Overview DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.