Wetland Biologist (FT) - ACRT, Inc.

• Conduct wetland assessments/delineations, stream assessments, and wetland assessments in North and South Carolina and other areas as needed.
• Collect data on soil, water, vegetation, and wildlife within wetlands and streams.
• Collect and record field data accurately and efficiently.
• Utilize data collection devices (e.g. GPS) and GIS tools to map and document site conditions.
• Conduct rare/threatened/endangered species habitat surveys in North and South Carolina and other areas as needed.

• Complete data forms from information collected in the field.
• Prepare draft technical reports and survey results.
• Accurately complete Wetland Assessment and Delineation reports.
• Advise clients on impact assessments and mitigation requirements using the South
• Carolina SOP Method and NCSAM/WAM Assessment Methods.
• Identify any other potential permits or agency coordination the project may need.
• Initiate review of federal, state, and local wetland and stream regulations.
• Prepare thorough permit application components for the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 404 Permit program and associated state (NCDWR and SCDHEC) permitting programs.
• Independently prepare technical reports and permit documents, and maintain excellent communication with project managers, clients, employees, and subcontractors.
• Consult with clients regarding ecological considerations for site development including wetland and stream permitting options and threatened and endangered (T&E) species
• Develop and submit project reports to various agencies and entities.
• Conduct work year-round in adverse weather and rough terrain.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time
• Repeat motions that may include the wrist, hands, and/or fingers
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
• Communication with others to exchange information. Must be able to see, read, write, and speak.
• Occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching
• Working outdoors in all kinds of weather.
• Walking for periods of time including maneuvering uneven, uphill, and downhill terrain

• Ability to delineate wetlands independently
• Ability to read and interpret resource and engineering drawings
• Ability to key out and identify plants using identification manuals
• Consultative or educational approach to client relationships
• Tolerant of outdoors working conditions, remote locations, all weather conditions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with technical report writing
• Self-motivated and organized
• Thrives in independent/solo work environments

• 40-hour Wetland Delineation training
• Experience with local and regional flora identification
• Experience with soil classification
• Familiar with state and federal regulations, the 1987 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Manual, and current Regional Supplements
• Familiar with preparing 404 and 401 permit applications through federal and state agencies including USACE, DEP/EPA.
• Familiar with Coastal County permitting requirements in North and/or South Carolina
• Experience with agency permitting
• Experience coordinating with state and federal agencies regarding threatened and endangered species, floodplain development, historic/archaeological, etc.
• Experience with Global Position Systems (GPS)
• Experience with AutoCAD or GIS
• Additional background in fisheries, endangered species, herpetology, or amphibians
• Project and/or client management

EnviroScience, Inc. is headquartered in Stow, Ohio, with additional offices in Florida, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia. Our team comprises over 150 highly skilled biologists, environmental scientists, divers, and engineers who develop unique, cost-effective solutions for our clients’ environmental, infrastructure, and regulatory needs. Our clients repeatedly choose EnviroScience because of our technical expertise, client advocacy, high-quality work, and outstanding reputation with regulators and industry executives. The pursuit of excellence is at the forefront of all we do; we are a team of people who own their actions and their work, embrace accountability and continuous improvement, and challenge the status quo. As advocates for our clients, we constantly seek ways to help our clients succeed, and we pride ourselves on delivering on our commitments every time. Outside the office, our employees give their time and talents as citizens to better our communities and are continuous stewards of our nation’s natural resources. We strive to model our Core Values of respect, client advocacy, quality work, accountability, teamwork, and safety in all we do.EnviroScience has an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) for eligible employees. This means that your role here is not just a job; it’s an investment in your future. Along with your team members, you’ll have a hand in our ongoing growth and success. With a track record of excellent service and exceptional growth since 1989, exciting things continue to happen at our company.As an employee, you will enjoy benefits such as health/dental/vision insurance with a generous HSA match, company-paid life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, vacation and sick time, 401k with a company match, student loan refinancing programs, and flexible work arrangements. Sound like a fit? Check out our open positions below, and follow us on LinkedIn to stay in touch.