Natural Resources Specialist

Overview

DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian global business enterprise serving the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal government clients while benefiting the Native Hawaiian community.

Aloha (sharing of life, embodying humility and respect) is one of DAWSON's core values. Aloha is the common spirit that bonds our 'ohana together, guiding us as we treat our employees, families, clients, and partners with trust, understanding, and compassion. We strive to live aloha every day, and we are committed to sharing aloha across the globe.

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• Travel: 40% including extensive field work and site visits
• Security:
  Secret clearance required for RRMC forest access
• Manage Potomac River shoreline environmental initiatives
• Oversee RRMC forest habitat conservation and management
• Conduct endangered species compliance assessments
• Interface with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and state agencies
• Support NEPA documentation for natural resources impacts
• Monitor ecosystem health and biodiversity metrics

• 7-12 years natural resources management experience
• Ecosystem management and conservation experience

• Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Biology, Forestry, or Environmental Science

• Certified Wildlife Biologist preferred
• Professional Wetland Scientist preferred
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required

• Expertise in natural resources management and conservation
• Knowledge of Endangered Species Act and habitat requirements
• Experience with wetlands delineation and permitting
• GIS and environmental modeling capabilities
• Understanding of DoD natural resources programs
• Field research and data collection experience

* This Position is Contingent Upon Award.

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.