Environmental Scientist

Position Overview

DRG NJ is seeking an Environmental Scientist with 3-5 years experience to join our growing team in our Flemington, NJ office. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with marketing, administration, and other staff scientists. PWS/PWIT certification is preferred.

Job Duties

Primary Duties will include:

• Assist in the performance of field studies including, but not limited to, wetland/water resources delineations, endangered and threatened species studies, vegetation community studies, monitoring of wetland mitigation/restoration projects, and wildlife studies;
• Assist in the preparation of technical writings including, but not limited to, wetland delineation reports, environmental assessments/impact statements, endangered and threatened species evaluations, regulatory permit applications, tree survey reports, and other land use studies;
• Participate in team/project meetings and weekly tailgate safety meetings;

• Work safely and independently in the outdoors under a wide range of conditions and weather types;
• Properly and safely drive, operate and maintain vehicle in a variety of terrains and surfaces;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in environmental science, biology, marine science, natural resources or a related field;
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in wetland delineation, natural resources permitting, ecosystem restoration, and/or mitigation;
• Working knowledge of environmental regulations pertaining to 401/404 Clean Water Act, NJ Freshwater Wetland Protection Act Rules, NJ Coastal Zone Management Rules, NJ Flood Hazard Area Control Act Rules, PA Chapter 105 permitting, and NEPA
• Ability to demonstrate technical writing proficiency;
• Ability to perform outdoor field work/site visits in a variety of conditions required and some travel required;
• Must possess a valid US driver's license;

Applicants that do not meet these minimum qualifications will not be considered.

Strong knowledge of/experience in one or more of the following fields is also desired:

• Plant identification (including trees/shrubs)
• Soils
• GIS/GPS, ArcPro, FieldMaps, AutoCAD

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