Senior Wetland Scientist

Job Description

Description:

BETA is seeking a Senior Wetland Scientist for our environmental permitting, ecological, and climate resilience group. This position will serve as a subject matter leader on the permitting team, working on a variety of projects that interface with natural and wildlife resources. The position provides a variety of office and field opportunities, working with industry experts and clients in providing sustainable and environmentally sensitive solutions.

Responsibilities:

Permit projects in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations

Conduct inland/coastal resource area delineations, special resource habitat, and NLEB surveys

Monitor projects for environmental compliance

Conduct field and desktop reviews and prepare technical reports

Conduct peer reviews in support of Conservation Commissions, Planning, and Zoning Boards

Assess project environmental impacts, mitigation opportunities, and environmental compliance

Engage in business development opportunities

Support, mentor, and teach junior staff

Preferred location is BETA’s Lincoln office. Candidates should have flexibility to work from our other office locations. BETA also offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing employees to request working remotely up to 2 days per week.

Growth Opportunities:

BETA encourages and promotes employee advancement and career development

Leads to potential advancement to more senior technical positions and project managementRequirements:

Required Experience/Skills:

Bachelor's or master’s degree in environmental science, policy, biology, or related field

7 to 10 years of relevant experience

Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification, or ability to obtain

Demonstrated knowledge of local, state, and federal wetland regulatory programs

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Proficiency in public presentations

Familiarity with GPS field instruments and data collection

Ability to coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulators

Strong time management skills and ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs, ArcMap, and other relevant software

Must be able to collect field data and measurements including but not limited to roadway, sidewalk, and utility assets; and perform asset inspections

Must be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds

Must be able to perform field work in both hot and cold weather (rain and/or snow)

Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time

Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

About BETA:

BETA Group, Inc. is a New England based consultant engineering firm and leader in the fields of transportation, traffic, structural, civil/site, and water/wastewater engineering; landscape architecture; urban design and planning; GIS/asset management; environmental sciences and permitting; and construction services. BETA is 100% employee-owned and offers an exceptional compensation and benefits package including:

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Tuition Assistance

Professional Development

Employee Engagement Program

401(k) Plan with annual 401k match

BETA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be eligible for employment in the USA without sponsorship.

Full-time

Hybrid remote