What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ecologist position at A3 Environmental Consultants?
Role Description
A3 Environmental Consultants is looking for a wetland ecologist with (3 ) years of experience permitting wetland projects in the upper Midwest. The right person will have experience as a wetland delineator in Kane, DuPage, Lake, and McHenry Counties, or, qualify as a delineator in those counties within 1 month of employment. Applicants must be comfortable working in tough, muddy terrain, often encountering dense thickets, toxic plants and biting insects. A3 Environmental Consultants works with public and private sector clients, providing high-quality ecological assessments and mitigation plans.
This is a full-time on-site role for an Ecologist at A3 Environmental Consultants in Lisle, IL. The Ecologist will be responsible for conducting field work, conducting wetland and wildlife impact assessments, writing reports, and preparing local and federal permit applications.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of plants
- Working familiarity with the Clean Water Act
- Wetland delineation, wildlife studies and impact assessment expertise
- Excellent report writing skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field
- Sediment & Erosion Control Inspection experience (preferred)
- GIS experience (preferred)