Environmental Scientist

Company: Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.

Locations: Louisville, KY

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Scientist, Ecologist, or Biologist to join our growing team in Louisville, Kentucky. This position will support a multi-disciplinary team that is at the forefront of developing innovative restoration approaches. The right person for this position will have a passion for restoring degraded streams and wetlands, proven problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills.

The role will be a mixture of fieldwork and office-based work.

The ideal candidate will work on all aspects of stream and wetland restoration; specific responsibilities will include:

• Travel to restoration sites throughout Kentucky. Travel to other states may be required
• Installation, maintenance and analysis of sensor networks
• Vegetation surveys and vegetation community mapping
• The development of geospatial data and maps, including survey activities using handheld and GNSS receivers
• Bat roost tree and habitat surveys
• Stream and wetland delineation and quality assessment
• Mapping exotic/invasive species and coordinating with subcontractors for maintenance activities
• Contributing to project proposals, mitigation plans, reports and presentations

Education and

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a four-year degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, conservation, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to perform professional ecological monitoring, with consulting experience preferred
• Native plant identification knowledge preferred
• Strong technical and quantitative skills
• Excellent writing and critical thinking skills
• Willingness to spend long days in the field, over rugged terrain, and in inclement weather
• Valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

• 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:
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• 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.

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.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us.

We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you  learn more, visit

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%