AKS is a consulting engineering firm that provides civil engineering and additional complementary services. With offices focused in Oregon and SW Washington. We work on a wide range of projects from public infrastructure to private development of subdivisions, commercial sites, industrial, education, medical facilities, and more. We value talent and initiative, and we put these qualities to work for our clients in an environment that cultivates professional growth and strong connections to the communities where we live and work. We are always looking for good people to join our team. Check out our website to get a feel of who we are, what we do, and the possibilities that await you!
Wetland Scientist - Permitting Specialist
Location
Washington
Posted
33 days ago
Salary
Not specified
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in wetland or forest ecology, environmental science/biology, botany, soils, or similar related science.
- A minimum of 5-years of experience independently conducting critical area delineations in Washington State, from management of pre-field tasks to final report preparation.
- Strong understanding of federal and Washington State Department of Ecology and Fish and Wildlife regulatory compliance processes and preparation of JARPA and HPA Applications.
- Significant experience preparing technical and local jurisdiction land use documentation, such as biological assessments, critical area mitigation/restoration plans, monitoring reports, shoreline compliance documents, and critical area delineation reports.
- Experience preparing scope, budgets, schedules, and proposals.
- Experience independently engaging with regulatory agencies to achieve permitting compliance.
- Strong communication skills.
- Nice to Have
- Professional certification (PWS or WPIT).
- Background in mentoring junior team members or leading field crews.
- Expertise in Pacific Northwest botany.
- Prior experience with river restoration or mitigation site monitoring.
- Familiarity with proposal development and project budgeting.
- Why AKS?
- At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:
- Meaningful Growth:
- Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
- Real Collaboration:
- Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
- Respect for Your Time:
- We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
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