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VHB lists this Ecologist opportunity in atlanta, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Ecologist
Job Locations
US-GA-Atlanta
ID
Category
Science
Type
Regular Full-Time
Career Stage Type
Experienced
# of Openings
1
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
VHB is looking for an experienced ecologist to support our Atlanta office in our growing transportation-focused practice. Our dynamic team practices across a range of natural resources, conducting wetland assessments, protected species surveys and habitat evaluations, aquatic resource surveys, bat studies, and we are looking for an additional team member to contribute to our group.
Responsibilities
Performance of ecological studies, including conducting field surveys, producing reports, and completing QA/QC
Assistance with proposals
All aspects of wetlands assessment work including baseline data research, field delineations, wetland and stream mapping and data collection, mitigation credit calculations, US Army Corps of Engineers Section 404/10 permitting processes
Conduct field surveys and habitat assessments for protected species
Participate in multi-disciplinary environmental impact assessment, permitting, and compliance related to federal and state agency requirements for a variety of project types
Participate in recommending impact avoidance and minimization strategies to clients
Engage in collegial one-on-one communications with internal and external project managers, agency representatives, as well as public and private sector clients
Skills and Attributes
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Motivated to learn, mentor, and collaborate with others
Superior technical skills, producing consistent high-quality work products
Emerging business development and proposal skills, technical scope writing with qualifications statements and costing are desirable
Strong field notation skills
Proficient with general habitat and/or southeastern plant community identification
Strong wetland delineation skills
Ability to work long day-time hours in the outdoor environment
Ability to work well with a wide range of clients
Ability to work well independently and with a diverse, multi-disciplinary group in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
Proficiency in MS Office
Proficient using GPS-enabled Mobile Data Collection technologies
Proficient with Arc Map and GIS applications
Experience writing due diligence reports and biological assessments
Aptitude for coordinating surveys and/or consultations for state and federal protected species
Proficient with federal and state environmental regulations and impact permitting
Proficient with field safety practices, including First-Aid and CPR
Qualifications
B.S. degree or higher in biology, ecology, environmental/natural science, landscape architecture, or related field
3-5+ years of professional experience with transportation and energy client-driven process and procedures
Must have a valid driver's license
Preference given to experience preparing ecology reports for the Georgia Department of Transportation or other state transportation departments.
Experience with wetland/surface water permitting, ecological surveys and studies, habitat assessment, field data collection and documentation, data analysis and evaluation
Preference given to Wetland Professional in Training (WPIT), Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS). Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB) or similar expert certifications
The full-time annual base salary range for this position, located in Atlanta, GA, is $70,000 to $90,000. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.
Annual base salary is one component of VHB's Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.
Details on VHB's benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist
Building what's next, together.
Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.
When you join VHB, you'll find:
Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
Support to grow your skills and lead through change
Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment
We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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