What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Biologist / Ecologist position at Enercon Services, Inc.?
Overview
Our Environmental Services group is seeking a Junior Level Biologist / Ecologist to join the ENERCON Team to work out of one of our Florida locations. In this role, you will have the opportunity to join our Florida team of biologists. You will assist with wetland delineations, T&E habitat characterization, land use mapping, vegetation cover classification, GPS data collection, permitting, and report preparation. You will also collaborate with USACE, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and various state and county agencies.
Responsibilities
A typical day in this role involves conducting wetland delineations, species surveys, and land-use mapping across the southeast U.S. You’ll work closely with agencies like USACE and USFWS to secure permits, collect GPS data, and prepare reports, ensuring compliance with key environmental regulations. Every day is an opportunity to influence major infrastructure projects while protecting vital ecosystems.
Additional Information
Our Environmental Services group is seeking a Junior Level Biologist / Ecologist to join the ENERCON Team to work out of one of our Florida locations. In this role, you will have the opportunity to join our Florida team of biologists. You will assist with wetland delineations, T&E habitat characterization, land use mapping, vegetation cover classification, GPS data collection, permitting, and report preparation. You will also collaborate with USACE, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and various state and county agencies.
Responsibilities
A typical day in this role involves conducting wetland delineations, species surveys, and land-use mapping across the southeast U.S. You’ll work closely with agencies like USACE and USFWS to secure permits, collect GPS data, and prepare reports, ensuring compliance with key environmental regulations. Every day is an opportunity to influence major infrastructure projects while protecting vital ecosystems.
- Environmental Assessments & Surveys: Perform environmental assessments by conducting field surveys, land use verification, wetland delineations, protected species surveys, and vegetation identification across the southeast U.S., with a focus on Florida. Perform wetland delineations, threatened/endangered species surveys, land-use mapping, and vegetation cover classification. Experience as a Gopher Tortoise Agent is a plus
- Permitting & Regulatory Compliance: Complete Federal and State environmental permitting, including the acquisition of right-of-way permits, regulatory strategy development, site feasibility assessments, and NPDES compliance for utility-related projects. Obtain environmental permits and prepare reports for regulatory agencies such as USACE, United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), FDEP, and other state and county agencies. Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act (Section 404), and Florida State water quality regulations
- Data Collection & Reporting: Conduct GPS data collection and create GIS maps. Oversee the preparation of biological assessments for Section 7 ESA consultation requirements
- Project Inspections & Documentation: Perform on-site environmental inspections for utility construction projects. Ensure successful performance and accuracy of environmental documents in compliance with National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) guidelines, as applicable. Develop and maintain environmental policy and procedures manuals for compliance throughout project lifecycles
- Bachelor's Degree in Sciences required (preferably Biology or Ecology) and minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible environmental consulting experience
- OR Appropriate Industry recognized licenses or certifications indicating achievement in Biology or Ecology AND 5 years of progressively responsible environmental consulting experience
- Erosion and sediment control management experience
- Ability to be a part of a diverse project team that includes client representatives, regulators, scientists, and contractors
- Experience with identification/delineation of wetlands and other flora and fauna in the southeast United States
- Existing relationships with relevant agencies (FERC, USACE, USFWS, FDEP)
- Experience with FDEP and USACE Section 404/10 Permitting
- Knowledge of Florida fauna and flora
- Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience with ArcGIS applications including ArcMap and Trimble GPS data collectors
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to complete long field days, that may exceed 8 hours in length, in hot and humid or cold conditions and in a variety of habitats including wetlands and dense forests
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs of equipment
- Ability to travel/work in the field 30% of the time, primarily within Florida, but also throughout the southeast U.S.
- Typical travel duration will be 2-3 days, but can vary depending on project and client needs, ranging from a few days to a few weeks within Florida
- Office work is typically 70% of the time for this position
- Providing field support following storm events, with little notice, is required
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have a consistent clear Motor Vehicle report/driving history
Additional Information
- Enercon Services, Inc (ENERCON) offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. Our people are the driving force behind our work. Together, we advance industry and drive innovation. Explore our comprehensive benefits: Why Enercon?
- Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the US without requiring current or future sponsorship.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings, ENERCON and client specific background checks, and annual motor vehicle record (MVR) according to com pany and client policies.
- ENERCON does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
