Wetland Scientist/Ecologist – Portland, OR

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in an environmental program such as Biology, Ecology, or Environmental Science or related curriculum.
• A minimum of 4 years of relevant environmental experience, including field work, is preferred.
• PWS (Professional Wetland Scientist certification preferred.  
• Knowledge of CWA Sections 401/404 and associated permitting. 
• Experience with engaging with federal, state, and local regulators is also a plus.  
• Experience in wetland and natural resources field activities, technical report writing, and permitting. 
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented work environment.
• Excellent organization and oral/written communications skills are required.
• Ability to take clear and accurate field notes by hand or on a tablet/smartphone.
• Ability to prioritize a variety of assignments in time-critical situations.
• Ability to analyze available data and draw valid, defensible conclusions. 
• A willingness to learn and be adaptable.
• Schedule must have flexibility to travel (land or air), at times on short notice.
• The successful candidate must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Must have a valid driver license and be able to pass the company DMV check to be a Tetra Tech-qualified driver of corporate/rental vehicles.
• A Pre-employment drug screen in compliance with state regulations is required.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Has ability to perform bending, kneeling, standing, and lifting and carrying objects weighing 35 lbs. and have a tolerance for working in outdoor environments, including prolonged walking or standing on various terrain in a wide range of weather conditions.
• Performs manual labor including excavation with shovels.
• Availability to work extended field rotations (sometimes 10-12 days at a time).

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success.  Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state, and federal authorities as well as project requirements.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech’s core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com  to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting http://www.tetratech.com/en/benefits 

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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