Senior Ecologist - T&E Species

EnviroScienceFull time Regular

Position Summary

The Senior Ecologist will act as an advisor and expert to assist the Natural Resources leadership team and mentor to NR staff. This role involves large project management, proposal preparation, business development, and presentations at professional events. This role involves managing teams, coordinating field operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and driving projects to meet client expectations for projects relating to the individual's technical background. The senior ecologist will support business development efforts and provide expertise in all technical areas within Natural Resources and regulatory coordination.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Project Management

Team Mentorship and Advising

Regulatory Compliance

Client Relations & Business Development

Budget & Resource Management

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

+ 20+ years of experience in environmental consulting or similar industry. + Experience with environmental permitting processes and working with regulatory agencies. + Experience in business development, including proposal writing and client interaction. + Knowledge of GIS and other environmental data collection software. + Demonstrated experience managing teams and leading field operations. + Strong understanding of terrestrial species, threatened & endangered species regulations, and agency coordination.

Desired Skills:

Work Environment

This candidate will need to collaborate effectively with NR leadership. Additionally, this candidate needs to be able to complete project work independently, with minimal supervision.

This position is a remote role. This role can be completed based out of an office (Stow, Ohio or Regional office); fully remote; or hybrid. If fully remote or hybrid, this position may be required to attend occasional meetings in person.

Standard office equipment will be provided to work in the office and at home. Working from home is acceptable for this role as approved by your direct supervisor. Uninterrupted home-based internet is a must in your home to attend and host video calls, along with a minimum bandwidth speed of 20 mbps. Office space will be provided for you in the company’s headquarters or regional office.

Additional:

Department & Division: 470-Natural Resources

Exempt Status *: Exempt

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