Environmental Scientist

Position Overview

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Scientist, Ecologist, or Biologist to join our growing team in Louisville, Kentucky. This position will support a multi-disciplinary team that is at the forefront of developing innovative restoration approaches. The right person for this position will have a passion for restoring degraded streams and wetlands, proven problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills. The role will be a mixture of fieldwork and office-based work. 

Job Duties

The ideal candidate will work on all aspects of stream and wetland restoration; specific responsibilities will include:
•    Travel to restoration sites throughout Kentucky. Travel to other states may be required
•    Installation, maintenance and analysis of sensor networks 
•    Vegetation surveys and vegetation community mapping
•    The development of geospatial data and maps, including survey activities using handheld and GNSS receivers
•    Bat roost tree and habitat surveys
•    Stream and wetland delineation and quality assessment 
•    Mapping exotic/invasive species and coordinating with subcontractors for maintenance activities
•    Contributing to project proposals, mitigation plans, reports and presentations

Qualifications

Education and Qualifications:
•    Minimum of a four-year degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, conservation, or related fields.
•    Demonstrated ability to perform professional ecological monitoring, with consulting experience preferred 
•    Native plant identification knowledge preferred
•    Strong technical and quantitative skills
•    Excellent writing and critical thinking skills
•    Willingness to spend long days in the field, over rugged terrain, and in inclement weather
•    Valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

Additional Information

What We Offer:*

• Paid time off and paid holidays.


• Opportunities for advancement.


• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.


• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.


• Group Health Plan.


• Employee Referral Bonus Program:  Send-A-Friend.


• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.


• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.


• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.


• Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

 

Divisional Overview