Senior Environmental Scientist II

Job Description

Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, environmental planning, or a related field
7+ years of professional consulting or related experience in environmental clearance, permitting, and mitigation/restoration
Working knowledge of regulations and experience in natural resources
Proven success in working with a team in an office and/or field team for an extended period
Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to environmental and natural resources, such as the National Environmental Policy Act and the Clean Water Act
Strong technical writer and document reviewer
Proficient in basic computer software programs and computer skills
Preferred:
Working knowledge of regulations and experience in natural resources within the Gulf Coast region, coastal habitats, and central Texas as well as surrounding states
Relevant USFWS Section 10(a)(1)(A) Scientific Permit(s), Professional Wetland Scientist, TxDOT Precertification(s), Certified Arborist,Certified Ecologist
GIS experience
Multilingual

Professional Skills:

Ability to demonstrate leadership presence and maturity
Ability to make sound, high-level decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic setting
Strong and effective presentation skills
Ability to successfully handle client interactions and conflicts
Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and negotiating skills
Strategic and critical thinking skills to evaluate and understand the impact of their decisions
Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to effectively delegate and prioritize assignments among your team
Excellent time management skills
Ability to work on own initiative to identify and resolve problems
Strong ability to communicate with a variety of audiences, including fellow leaders, clients, and employees.
Active listening skills
Possess a high level of self-awareness
Ability to implement thoughtful and inclusive conflict resolution strategies
Team-player attitude
Ability to work on own initiative to identify and resolve problems
Ability to use empathetic conflict resolution
Ability to effectively interpret data
Excellent and effective written and verbal skills
Strategic and critical thinking
Strong time management skills
Ability to maintain project budgets
Dependable and self-motivating
Flexible in scheduling and availability
Punctual and respectful of schedules and deadlines
Reliable editing skills