Environmental ScientistDepartment: Geoenvironmental Employment Type: Full TimeLocation: Tampa, FLReporting To: George McLatchey DescriptionDRMP is seeking a full-time Environmental Scientist for our Tampa Office. If you have 2-5 years of experience with Florida ecology, natural resource management, and environmental permitting; and you enjoy:
- Field investigations (wetland delineations/assessments, threatened and endangered species surveys, ecological monitoring)
- Environmental permitting
- National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation
- Environmental monitoring/inspections
We'd love to hear from you.Your Primary Responsibilities will include
- Field investigations (wetland delineations/assessments, threatened and endangered species surveys, ecological monitoring), environmental permitting, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, and environmental monitoring/inspections.
- The successful candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary team comprised of engineers, scientists and planners focused on existing client support and new business development.
- The preferred candidate will enjoy a variety of working conditions ranging from field efforts to office analysis; report writing; agency interactions, and the development of permit applications and mitigation plans.
- This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated individual with strong writing and technical skills to excel in a team environment.
- Field duties will include leading efforts in field sampling and assessment, data collection, and field equipment operation associated with environmental permitting projects.
- Office duties will include data analysis and management, report writing, preparation of permit documentation, client coordination, and marketing efforts.
What you'll need
- Experience working on transportation projects for FDOT and/or other roadway clients
- Experience with ESRI GIS, and GPS applications. AutoCAD or MicroStation, and statistical software
- Professional certifications, ie: FFWCC Gopher Tortoise Agent permit, PWS, CEP, CWB, PMP, etc.
- Experience working with Florida regulatory agencies including all Water Management Districts, FDEP, FFWCC, and knowledge of state regulations, including Chapter(s) 373, 379, 403 F.S., and 62-330 FAC.
- Experience working with federal regulatory agencies including USACE, USFWS, NMFS, FHWA, and knowledge of federal regulations including Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and NEPA.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Must demonstrate an ability in collaborative problem solving with stakeholders, clients, and teammates
Field Duties:
- Assist with field sampling and assessment
- Data Collection
- Field equipment operation (associated with environmental permitting projects)
- Participate in threatened and endangered species surveys
Office Duties:
- Data Analysis and management
- Report writing
- Preparation of permit documentation
- NEPA documentation preparation and review
- Coordinate and communicate with internal and external project team members, clients and regulators
Required Experience
- A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- 2- 7 years professional experience in environmental science, biology, natural resource management, planning, or a related field
- A Master's degree may be substituted for 2 years of professional experience
DRMP Offers
- Excellent compensation package
- Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
- 401(k) Plan and Match
- Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
- Mentorship Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Parental Leave
- Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
- Variety of voluntary benefit options
- Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
- Company-furnished life insurance
- Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Account
- and More
DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.