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Environmental Scientist

ACTIVITIES + RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with performing delineations of wetlands/waters of the U.S. per U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) requirements, and prepare wetland data reports, including GIS exhibits, to submit to the USACE for the issuance of a Jurisdictional Determination.
Assist in required daily dredging/construction inspections for a large-scale marsh creation project in St. Bernard Parish; anticipated twice weekly for this position
Support permit application preparation and monitoring of LDNR/USACE Joint Permit Applications including Section 401 Water Quality Certifications, LDWF Scenic River Permits, State Water Bottom Leases, and others, as necessary.
Conducting field surveys, collecting environmental data, and providing AutoCAD/GIS support for the Coastal and Water Resources Business Units, as required.
Travel regularly throughout south Louisiana and the Gulf Coast Region to various field sites; travel to other areas may be required.
Perform literature reviews and background research for new projects
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
The candidate will be expected to develop skills and advanced capabilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Botany, Environmental Science, Ecology or related field
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in environmental-related fieldwork including course related fieldwork.
Proven experience with plant identification in the Southeastern US/Gulf Coast area
Familiarity with mapping software such as ArcGIS, Survey123, and GPS devices
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
Effective technical writing and verbal communication skills, with a high attention to detail.
Candidates must be willing and able to spend long days on foot over uneven, remote terrain in inclement weather, utilizing clearing implementation including chainsaws and brush knives.
Valid drivers license required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree preferred in environmental related field
Wetland delineation experience.
Understanding and experience working with of soils, ecology, and hydrology of the Southeastern US/Gulf Coast
Basic knowledge of Section 404, 401, and 10 permitting requirements
Basic knowledge of the regulatory agencies governing wetland resources
Experience working from boats or other water-based vessels
Experience with AutoCAD is a plus

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