Natural Resource Scientist (Mid to Senior-level) Walla Walla, WA Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Walla Walla, WA (Job ID 42194)

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Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists. Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.

Tetra Tech's commitment to hiring the best talent in the industry and helping them thrive professionally is stronger than ever. We are currently seeking a Natural Resource Scientist with Mid to Senior-level experience. The ideal candidate will possess 10 to 15 of professional experience and will be well-versed in Inland Pacific Northwest environmental monitoring, wetland delineations, and/or botanical surveys. Typical project responsibilities may include wetland delineations, environmental monitoring, watershed studies, and support of stream and river restoration designs.

Essential Education, Experience and Responsibilities:

·         Degree in Botany, Ecology, Biology or related Natural Resource field.

·         Minimum of 10 years of experience performing field surveys, ideally located in the Inland Pacific Northwest.

·         A strong background of coursework and/or experience in a natural science (e.g., botany, soils, wetland science, or ecology) and field data collection, with a minimum of 12 semester hours or technical courses in the areas of plant identification, soils, wetland delineations, agriculture, or crop science.

·         Familiarity with the Arid West ecosystems a plus or willingness to learn on the job.

·         Applicants must be willing to work outdoors, sometimes in difficult conditions, and often miles from the vehicle. Physical challenges typically encountered may include long off trail hikes, steep slopes, extreme hot and cold conditions, and biological hazards (animals and plants)

·         Ability to work independently or as part of team, and the ability to stay positive and effective during long days in the field are critical.

·         Good writing skills and some experience producing quality technical reports.

·         Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to simultaneously handle multiple tasks and project responsibilities.

·         Detail-oriented, with strong technical skills, including data management, analysis, QA/QC, and a strong safety focus.

·         Able and willing to travel for assignments, including multi-day field work assignments across the northwest region.

·         A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.

·         Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Desired Skills and Experience:

·         Ability to lead wetland delineation field surveys and reporting.

·         Experience writing botanical survey reports and/or wetland delineation reports.

·         Experience with tribal nations, state and federal agencies, and local watershed councils and soil and water conservation districts.

·         Experience with electronic field data collection devices and software (GPS units, handheld tablets, and Collector for ArcGIS, Survey123)

·         Ability to use standard office software (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, etc.)

Compensation:

Salary commensurate with experience.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000yr.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

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 public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—27,000 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 

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

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

Please no phone calls or agencies.

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