Natural Resources Scientist

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?   

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an exceptional Natural Resources Scientist in Austin, Texas who will have the opportunity to apply academic and practical knowledge to innovative and challenging projects, including the financial and technical evaluation, design, permitting, and construction of energy projects, while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. Our client base includes a diverse mix of industrial, institutional, and governmental entities.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people.  Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too.  We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Is this the right position to help you achieve your professional goals? Some of the key responsibilities for this position include:

• Perform geospatial data management and spatial analysis, supporting our work in environmental, water resources, infrastructure, and stormwater projects.
• Craft or edit high-quality, communicative print and web-based maps and graphics that tell cohesive stories and clearly illustrate project information and solutions to clients, project teams, and regulators.
• Develop, support, and maintain mobile field data collection resources and processes, primarily using ArcGIS Online and Esri Field Maps.
• Assist with data acquisition, editing, cleaning, feature digitization, and analysis/data documentation for project teams.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for map- and data-related issues.
• Use any additional technical skills (open-source GIS, scripting/coding, data science/statistics, database management, IT, graphic design, writing) to solve problems, improve workflows, and advise internal and external clients.
• Preparing for and participating in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.
• Developing work plans, evaluating data, and preparing a variety of technical documents and environmental permit applications;
• Assisting with preparation of Clean Water Act Sections 10, 404, and 401 permit applications, as well as Section 408 from the US Army Corps of Engineers and Coastal Use Permits from state regulatory agencies;
• Conducting biological and ecological resource studies including wildlife habitat assessments, listed threatened and endangered species assessments, native and invasive vegetation surveys, and wetland mitigation monitoring;
• Assisting with preparation of environmental documents for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) including environmental resource reports, Environmental Assessments (EA) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS); and
• Conducting biological and ecological resource studies including wildlife habitat assessments, listed threatened and endangered species assessments, native and invasive vegetation surveys, and wetland mitigation monitoring.
• Training: This position requires OSHA/MSHA health and safety, first aid, and CPR training and medical monitoring, paid for by the firm. We also offer professional development opportunities including technical conferences, in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our professionals to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.
• Fieldwork: Up to 30%
• Overnight travel: Up to 30%
• Location: Local to Austin, TX. This is not a remote position. Hybrid Work Program available.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography/GIS or science degree with geography/GIS coursework. (required)
• Advanced degree in Geography/GIS or science degree with geography/GIS coursework. (preferred)

• At least 5 years of professional experience in GIS, preferably in a professional services/consulting setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Experience using ArcGIS Pro and ArcMap. (required)
• Experience with ArcGIS Online/Portal. (required)
• Demonstrable data management skills. (required)
• Experience and skill producing professional map products. (required)
• Strong technical writing skills and the ability to prepare scientific reports and permit applications in accordance with state and federal standards. (preferred)
• Candidates selected to interview will be asked to submit a portfolio or examples of select work.
• Experience in performing field visits to collect data and conduct stream and wetland delineations. Field work may be completed as part of educational course work (preferred).
• Experience with the front-end processes of collecting field data digitally with various hardware and GPS units; and the process of downloading and compiling the data. (preferred)
• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary project teams. (required)
• Ability to handle multiple project assignments, meet strict deadlines, and travel to client facilities as needed. (preferred)
• Regular field work and overnight travel. (required) 
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required) 
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required) 

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