Wetland Biologist - Environmental Permitting and Planning
Wetland Biologist - Environmental Permitting and Planning
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$ 57000 - 93000
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Job Description
Take Your Environmental Career to the Next Level
Are you ready to be challenged make a difference and experience professional growth in your career Kleinfelders Environmental team is looking for you! From environmental planning permitting remediation and site characterization to chemical data management and hydrogeology Kleinfelder offers a variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and costeffective solutions.
Step into Your New Role
Kleinfelder is seeking a midlevel Wetland/Biologist/Permitting Professional to join our Environmental Planning and Permitting (EP&P) Team in Denver.
Under the supervision of senior level staff the successful candidate will be a selfstarter who will lead field teams in the completion of wetland delineations biological field work sampling inspection and provide technical support for a variety of projects primarily in the energy sector (power oil & gas and solar). The work will involve a combination of office and field work and will include developing permit applications and reporting on behalf of clients. The position requires strong collaboration skills task management progressing toward project management and client engagement in support of our Clients in the Rocky Mountains. Some limited travel within this region will be required for this position. Kleinfelder offers a hybrid in office/remote work environment.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- At least three years of experience conducting wetland delineations in accordance with USACE and state protocols. Plant identification wildlife identification habitat assessment and soils identification is required; ability to lead a wetland delineation and/or biological field surveys independently or with a small team is required;
- Ability to prepare technical documents perform calculations and conduct analyses;
- Possess excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills;
- Excellent planning and organizational skills with strong problem solving abilities and analytical skills;
- Demonstrate knowledge working with state and federal regulations including all steps of design submittal and regulatory interface associated with permits under:
- Section 401/404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA)
- State/local wetlands waterways and floodplain regulations
- National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits a plus
- Habitat Assessments and MBTA/Raptor surveys a plus
- National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) a plus
- Ability to conduct work yearround in adverse climate and field conditions;
- Ability to prioritize effort and effectively be engaged on multiple projects at one time
- Experience with oil and gas reclamation monitoring preparation of SPCC Plans and inspections and experience completing stormwater inspections/plans is preferred but not required.
All candidates require:
- BS in an Environmental Biological or Ecological Science or Environmental Policy; Masters in a relevant Biological field of study is a plus;
- 4 to 8 years of relevant wetland delineation and/or biological field survey experience;
- Ability to work flexible work schedules and availability to meet priority deadlines outside of normal working hours;
- Experience with Trimble GPS (required) and ArcGIS (preferred not required)
- Ability to travel with short notice up to 40 percent for field work client meetings agency coordination activities etc.;
- A valid drivers license;
This position provides a great opportunity for qualified professionals who are selfstarters and energetic and enthusiastic leaders. The selected candidate will work with an outstanding group of professionals in both collecting field data and assisting in permit preparation.
Move Forward with Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers scientists and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients transportation water energy and other private infrastructure. As a responsive crossdisciplinary team of bright curious and innovative problemsolvers we are dedicated to doing the right thing every day on every project from over 100 offices in the US Canada and great people to the best work is our purpose together we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that throughdiversity equity and inclusion comes creativity innovation and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits:Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including: medical dental vision life insurance 401(k) plan and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $57000 $93000. We will be accepting applications through August 18 2025 (90 days since posting date).
Career Development:We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff offering each employee every opportunity to grow develop and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity:Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume including those submitted to hiring managers are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
Employment Type
Full-Time
