Wetland Scientist On-Call PNW
Wetland Scientist On-Call PNW
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On-Call Wetland Scientist
Pacific Northwest
ICF is seeking an On-Call Wetland Scientist to support projects located throughout the Pacific Northwest. In this role you will lead field efforts conducting wetland delineations and stream surveys for habitat restoration transportation and infrastructure projects in Oregon and Washington. You will work with our permitting specialists and planners to support clients comply with local state and federal regulations related to wetlands waters and protected aquatic habitat.
ICFs Environment & Planning Division consists of planners scientists and communicators who are passionate about doing whats right for our clients our people the communities where we live and work and the environment. We value teammates who are collaborative curious committed to excellenceand inspire us to grow.
About On-Call Employment with ICF
Given the seasonal or project-specific nature of our environmental work ICF often hires environmental professionals as On-Call employees. On-Call employees are scheduled for work hours as they become available (we usually schedule work hours a few weeks ahead of time) and each on-call employee is free to accept or refuse the hours assigned to them in a given week. On-Call employees may work concurrent projects outside of their ICF assignment (along as their outside work does not create a conflict of interest with the work they do for ICF).
What You Will Do
- Conduct small to large-scale field surveys for wetland delineation OHW determination wetland restoration monitoring and potentially vegetation mapping and rare plant surveys
- Collect field data complete required data forms collect GPS points mark observations and synthesize data for reporting.
- Maintain close communication with project manager co-workers and field points-of-contact
- Work alone or assisted by other field staff
- Walk on uneven and sometimes steep terrain in a variety of plant communities and landforms. Excavate using hand tools soil pits to a depth of at least 18 inches. Ability to conduct field surveys wearing a backpack or carry up to 20 pounds of gear during field surveys.
What You Must Have
- BS in Biology Ecology Botany Environmental Science or similar education related to wetland science.
- 5 years of experience conducting wetland delineations and botanical surveys.
- Must have valid drivers license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
- Located in western WA or OR
What WedLike You to Have
- PWIT or PWS Certification
- Washington Wetland Rating System trained
- Oregon Rapid Wetland Assessment Protocol trained
- Knowledge of federal and state wetland guidance and regulations
- Familiarity with GPS mapping technology.
- Experience using dichotomous keys and applying federal state and local agency guidelines to identify plant specimens vegetation communities and wetland types.
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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read ourEEOpolicy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodationplease emailand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentto provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrightsor our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.
At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$80743.00 - $137263.00Seattle WA (WA25)Employment Type
Part-Time
