Join Our Facet Team Facet is a multidisciplinary energetic civil and structural engineering and environmental consulting firm with six offices in Washington. We are engineers, scientists, arborists, landscape architects,…
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$68k–$87k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree, professional certificate
Performance-based Bonuses, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Leave, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance
Posted 7d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Support field visits for wetland and stream critical areas and prepare delineation studies and critical area reports. Draft technical reports and proposals while interacting with clients to achieve project objectives.
Requirements
Requires a degree in biology or environmental science and experience or certification in wetland science and management. Proficiency in PNW vegetation, wildlife, and regulatory permitting is preferred.
Full job description
Join Our Facet Team
Facet is a multidisciplinary energetic civil and structural engineering and environmental consulting firm with six offices in Washington. We are engineers, scientists, arborists, landscape architects, planners, and more, with decades of experience working throughout the Pacific Northwest and the nation.
Job Description
The Wetland Biologist/Ecologist role is part of a multidisciplinary team to support projects with both private and public clients focused on wetland and stream delineation and classifications and other related critical area tasks. Engage in cross-training through project work with our multidisciplinary team to expand your knowledge and foster career advancement.
This position ideally will be located in either our Seattle or Kirkland office and hybrid flexibility will be considered.
Primary Responsibilities
Support field visits to wetland and stream Critical Areas, and Shorelines of the State
Prepare and manage projects including wetland assessments and delineation studies in Washington State, critical areas reports, functional assessments, compliance monitoring and reports, and mitigation plans
Technical report writing
Draft proposals for environmental services work
Interact with clients to achieve project objectives
Ability to work in a highly flexible, team-oriented environment
Qualifications
Bachelor or Master of Science degree in biology, environmental science, or related field preferred
Delineation experience or certificate in Wetland Science & Management from the University of Washington
Knowledge and experience with Pacific Northwest vegetation and wildlife (ISA arborist certification a plus)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills (testing may be required)
Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and good driving record
Demonstrated ability to use standard computer programs, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint (GIS mapping experience a plus)
Additional expertise and associated accreditation (Fisheries Biology, Stream Ecology, ISA Certified Arborist, Marbled Murrelet Marine Monitor, GIS) preferred
WSDOT Biological Assessment Author accreditation or other experience preparing biological assessments (BA) and biological evaluations (BE) preferred
Familiarity with Eastern and Western Washington wetland rating forms and figures preferred
Familiarity with local, state and federal regulatory requirements concerning critical areas and shorelines preferred
Experience with permitting documentation (USACE 404, HPA, shoreline, 401 WQ Cert., and local area permits) preferred
Benefits and Compensation
Competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
Generous Paid Time Off (vacation and sick)
7 fixed holidays and 2 floating holidays
Fully paid employee medical, dental, and vision coverage
Employer paid for dependents’ medical, dental and vision paid at 60%.
Choice of a traditional copay plan or High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings account (HSA)
Facet fully funds HSAs to the IRS maximum ($4400 for individuals and $8750 for families) for employees selecting the HDHP with HSA.
$300 annual fitness benefit
$100,000 employer paid life insurance
Employer paid long-term and short-term disability
Voluntary plans include additional group life, accident, hospitalization, and serious illness.
401k (Roth or Traditional) available after 3 months of employment
4.5% 401k match contributed to the Facet Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), a plan which grows with the value of the company.
Financial support for professional development and memberships in professional associations
Related keywords
Wetland ScienceStream EcologyCritical AreasShorelines of the StateWSDOTUSACE 404HPA401 WQ CertISA Certified ArboristMarbled Murrelet Marine MonitorGISBiological EvaluationEnvironmental ServicesPacific Northwest VegetationWetland Rating Forms
DCG/Watershed is now Facet. We are one company, speaking with one voice, offering one broad suite of services. But we’ll always honor the legacies built by Davido Consulting Group and The Watershed Company over decades. Decades that saw us forge client relationships that have stood the test of time, and establish our reputation in the industry. Far from splitting our offering or attention, this double track record only makes us stronger, today and tomorrow.
Offices: 9706 4th Ave NE, Suite 300, Seattle, WA 98115, US · 750 Sixth Street South, Kirkland, WA 98033, US · 2210 Riverside Drive, Suite 110, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, US · 1796 E Main St, Suite 105, Freeland, WA 98249, US · 31620 23rd Ave S, Suite 307, Federal Way, WA 98003, US
DCG/Watershed is now Facet. We are one company, speaking with one voice, offering one broad suite of services. But we’ll always honor the legacies built by Davido Consulting Group and The Watershed Company over decades. Decades that saw us forge client relationships that have stood the test of time, and establish our reputation in the industry. Far from splitting our offering or attention, this double track record only makes us stronger, today and tomorrow.
Offices: 9706 4th Ave NE, Suite 300, Seattle, WA 98115, US · 750 Sixth Street South, Kirkland, WA 98033, US · 2210 Riverside Drive, Suite 110, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, US · 1796 E Main St, Suite 105, Freeland, WA 98249, US · 31620 23rd Ave S, Suite 307, Federal Way, WA 98003, US