Field Ecologist - MN

position summary

Merjent Inc. (Merjent) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Natural Resources Field Ecologist to lead manage train and mentor multiple crews in conducting ecological surveys in support of utility transportation and development projects primarily in Minnesota and surrounding states with the potential to work throughout the U.S. Primary duties include wetland and stream delineations threatened and endangered species surveys functional assessments habitat assessments vegetation surveys wildlife surveys and associated survey reporting work.

The work environment will consist of both urban and remote field settings which may include work in adverse weather conditions and in some instances irregular and/or steep terrain.

This is a fulltime benefits eligible opportunity with an anticipated hourly wage between $27 to $38 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. Ideal candidates for this position will reside in Minnesota and be familiar with Minnesota natural resource and regulatory agencies and their required protocols. Work schedule is flexible and focused on meeting project and project team needs.

why Merjent

Merjent is a mediumsized consulting company dedicated to creating an environment where both people and projects succeed. Merjent has staff located across the United States who may choose a remote inoffice or hybrid work arrangement. All fulltime employees begin their tenure at Merjent with 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. In addition employees receive 10 paid holidays and generous benefits and compensation packages. Merjent supports annual careerrelated training for employees to become or continue as leaders in their field of expertise. Merjent facilitates organic growth within the company and encourages employees to bring their ideas forward to grow existing and create new service lines within and beyond the currently served sectors of energy mining transportation manufacturing and construction land development industries and government. Merjent also invests in its company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend inperson team meetings and allstaff events.

The Merjent difference is real its based on a commitment to our values which guide us in how we work with clients and each other. Our commitment to quality and professional integrity encompasses everything we do. We are proud of our reputation for delivering quality work and building longterm trusting relationships with our clients and with regulatory agencies.

responsibilities

• Conduct wetland delineations according to the 1987 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineations Manual and applicable regional supplements.
• Perform habitat assessments and speciesspecific surveys (if qualified).
• Collect record manage and analyze geospatial data using Trimble and ESRI products.
• Prepare technical reports and memos and other documents for project planning and permitting purposes.
• Coordinate with project teams and permitting leads to determine and verify field expectations and data collection requirements.
• Support proposal development for ecological tasks.
• Apply situational awareness to mitigate infield risks.
• Comply with industry standard and clientspecific safety requirements.

qualifications and experience

• Bachelors degree or higher in Biology Ecology Soil Science Hydrology Environmental Science Natural Resources or related degree.
• Minimum of 1 field season leading wetland delineation teams.
• Knowledge of Minnesota DNR and USACE jurisdictional wetland regulations.
• Experience with USACE Atypical and Problem Wetland Areas methodology is preferred.
• Familiarity using Trimble and ESRI products.
• Field work experience in Minnesota.
• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills and ability to strategize on multiple concurrent projects of varying size and complexity.
• Aboveaverage technical writing and organizational skills.
• Competency in general MS Office applications (Word Excel) skills required.
• Ability to conduct field work for 10 hours per day sometimes in adverse conditions carrying equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work weekends multiple week shifts away from home and regularly work more than 40 hours per week.
• Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record and able to pass a preemployment drug screen.

EVerify

Merjent Inc. participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) EVerify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to .

Merjent Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected factors. Disabilityrelated accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

Merjent is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.