Naturion Management Services LLC

Integrated restoration asset platform for credits

Field Ecologist

Environmental SciencesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeColumbia, SC, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred, or comparable education or experience.
A professional background in environmental consulting is a bonus, particularly in wetland delineation, 404 permitting, mitigation bank prospectus and mitigation banking instrument development, and aquatic resource functional assessment methods.
Expertise in project management.
Expertise in comprehensive native and invasive species vegetation surveys.
Experience in stream and wetland delineation.
Strong technical writing skills.
Knowledge or experience with ESRI ArcGIS is preferred.
Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and communicate effectively.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to travel, including occasional overnight stays.
Ability to operate company vehicles, including towing trailers.
Ability to hike rough terrain carrying 25 pounds of equipment in inclement weather.

Responsibilities

Collect and analyze field data on vegetation, soil, groundwater, geomorphic surveys, water quality, and benthic macroinvertebrates using current regulatory guidance and functional assessment methodologies.
Calculate mitigation credit using approved methodologies within governing U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Districts.
Execute and assist with stream and wetland delineations.
Assist in preparing regulatory documents, including 404/401 permits, mitigation banking documents, monitoring reports, and endangered species reports.
Provide construction oversight assistance.
Use ArcGIS mapping to support permit applications and document production.
Lead agency meetings, manage subcontractors, and support project management team members.
Conduct data collection, ecological monitoring, reporting, and documentation for proposed and existing mitigation bank projects.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in Natural Resources, Ecology, Environmental Science, Forestry, Wildlife or Fisheries Management, Agricultural Science, or comparable education/experience.
A professional background in environmental consulting, including wetland delineation, 404 permitting, mitigation bank prospectus and mitigation banking instrument development, and aquatic resource functional assessment methods.
Knowledge or experience with ESRI ArcGIS.

Field Ecologist

Job Description

About Us
Naturion is focused on the union of environmental sustainability and responsible human progress. Our mission is to empower people, restore natural resources, and enhance the world we live in. We value relationships and prioritize people in all that we do. With locations across the US, we're a growing company making waves in the industry.

About the Job
Naturion has an immediate opening for a Field Ecologist to join our team in our Georgia & South Carolina region. We have some exciting projects in the pipeline, with more on the horizon and this position is essential in supporting the company’s growth and operational stability. The Field Ecologist is essential to ensuring ecological uplift and mitigation credit releases in our Georgia & South Carolina region .

What You Will Do & Expected Outcomes
The Field Ecologist plays a pivotal role in managing our conservation projects in the southeast region. Your primary responsibilities will be data collection, ecological monitoring, and reporting, and documentation for proposed and existing mitigation bank projects. You’ll also lead agency meetings, mange sub-contractors, and support project management team members. The successful Field Ecologist will contribute in the following significant ways:

Perform field data collection and analysis (i.e., vegetation, soil, groundwater, geomorphic survey, water quality, benthic macroinvertebrates) using the latest regulatory guidance and functional assessment methodologies.
Calculate mitigation credit using approved methodologies within governing U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Districts.
Execute and assist with stream and wetland delineations.
Assist in the preparation of regulatory documents, including 404/401 permits, mitigation banking documents, monitoring reports, and endangered species reports.
Provide construction oversight assistance.
Utilize ArcGIS mapping to support permit applications and document production.

Ideal Candidates

BA/BS degree; preferable in Natural Resources, Ecology, Environmental Science, Forestry, Wildlife or Fisheries Management, Agricultural Science, or comparable education/experience
A professional background in the environmental consulting field (wetland delineation, 404 permitting, mitigation bank prospectus and mitigation banking instrument development, and aquatic resourcing functional assessment methods is a bonus.
Expertise in Project Management
Expertise in comprehensive native and invasive species vegetation surveys
Experience in stream and wetland delineation.
Should be a strong communicator and multi-tasker who can work on several projects simultaneously.
Has strong technical writing skills.
Knowledge or experience with ESRI ArcGIS is preferred.
Demonstrated organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Can travel with occasional overnight stays.
Ability to operate company vehicles, including trailer towing.
Ability to hike rough terrain with 25 lbs. of equipment in inclement weather.
Environmental stewardship and building meaningful relationships are a must.

Perks to Look Forward To:

Collaborate with a diverse team of passionate, intelligent, and fun colleagues who share our values.
Enjoy PTO that we genuinely encourage you to take.
Stay healthy with comprehensive Health and Dental benefits.
Access voluntary short-term disability and voluntary life insurance programs.
Benefit from employer-sponsored Vision and Life insurance.
Plan for the future with our SIMPLE IRA retirement plan and 3% company match.
Elevate your performance with raises and bonuses tied to your achievements.
Compensation commensurate with experience.

Ready to bring your expertise to the forefront of ecological restoration? Join us at Naturion and be a part of something extraordinary. Apply today and help us shape a greener future!

https://naturion.com/who-we-are/#about-us

About the Company

Naturion Management Services LLC

Integrated restoration asset platform for credits

Naturion Management Services LLC owns and operates ecological restoration assets nationwide, focusing on wetland and stream mitigation. It builds, owns, designs, and manages restoration projects to generate mitigation credits sold to public and private developers who must offset environmental impacts. Its integrated process covers land sourcing, permitting, engineering, project execution, and credit trading, with perpetual conservation easements to protect restored habitats. The goal is to scale a national platform of restored ecosystems and environmental credits to meet growing demand and provide long-term environmental and financial returns.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Columbia, IL
Founded: 2019

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