Wetlands Scientist, Mid-to-Senior Level

Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) is currently seeking a Senior Wetland Scientist to join our growing team of professionals in our Abingdon, Maryland office. Join a dynamic group that supports both field and office tasks in the Natural Resource field throughout the State of Maryland. Primary responsibilities as a member of GTA’s natural resource group will include a mix of field investigations, data analyses, technical report writing, and permit application preparation. Wetland Scientist field work includes wetland assessments, wetland delineations, soil characterizations, botanical and listed wildlife surveys, habitat assessments, and mitigation monitoring. Wetland scientists will coordinate with clients and engineers to prepare wetland delineation reports, listed wildlife assessments/survey reports, and submit federal, state, and local government permit applications related to wetland jurisdictional determinations, wetland impact permits, and listed species permits for project compliance. Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations, implementation and guidance are required.

WETLANDS SCIENTIST JOB REQUIREMENTS

• BS Degree in environmental science, biology, natural resources or related field
• 7 or more years of related experience, including field work
• GPS, GIS, and AutoCAD experience preferred but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain and develop client relationships
• Willingness to work independently, including field work
• Willingness to travel periodically

GTA OFFERS COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION AND A COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PLAN

• Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Yearly bonus potential
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Educational Assistance Program 
• Free membership to professional societies
• Professional Growth & Advancement – we’ll help you get there! - Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition Program
• Company picnics and events and a great working environment!

Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000 per year. Salary commensurate with relevant experience.

We ensure nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and all revisions and addendums thereof.