Senior Wetland Scientist

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TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs -- so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world.

Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Job Description

TRC seeks highly motivated, qualified individuals to join our growing Pacific Northwest Permitting, Planning and Licensing team as a Senior-Level Wetland and Natural Resources Biologist. The successful candidate will be an energetic, flexible project/task lead completing natural resources field surveys and environmental documentation throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and beyond. Our practice is focused on energy generation, power transmission, power storage, utilities infrastructure, and commercial development.

You can bring with you an enthusiasm and initiative to expand into markets and services that excite you.

This position will be associated with one of our Pacific Northwest offices (Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Milwaukie, OR). We currently have an accommodating work schedule environment:
Working from a TRC Office or various locations within Washington, Oregon, and Idaho is a possibility. The position will entail short-term and long-term field assignments throughout the Pacific Northwest. The candidate must be willing and physically able to travel and work outdoors in rough and remote terrain under challenging environmental conditions. Opportunities will be available to travel and work on field assignments in other regions of the United States on occasion.

Job Responsibilities:

This person will lead field technicians and junior staff to conduct natural resources field surveys, wetland and waterbody delineations, habitat and noxious weed mapping, and ecological restoration/mitigation projects. The successful candidate will complete data analyses and author technical environmental documentation. This position will also engage with regulatory permitting and consultations.

• Serve as the technical resource with up-to-date expertise/guidance regarding federal, state (Washington, Oregon), and local regulatory requirements for biological and natural resource protocols, regulations, permitting processes, and common pitfalls.
• Work on multiple assignments simultaneously and communicate effectively to deconflict competing priorities and schedule deadlines. Direct team members to do the same.
• With minimal supervision, plan and lead natural resources field surveys, mapping, and impacts assessment evaluations that conform with federal, state, and local manuals and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and train junior staff on plant identification, soil characterization, species protocol surveys, and aquatic resources assessments as applicable.
• Research local ordinances and state regulations to understand site specific regulatory constraints, allowable uses, and critical areas code requirements.
• Lead wetland delineations and functional assessments based on the USACE 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual, applicable USACE regional supplements, and applicable functional assessment protocols.
• Conduct fish, wildlife, and plant species assessments in accordance with the requirements of U.S. Endangered Species Act Section 7/10, ODFW, WDFW, and WA DNR.
• Conduct wetland and stream function and value assessments conforming with ODSL and Washington Dept of Ecology standards.
• Conduct or support other biological surveys including vegetation and habitat assessments, and special status fish, wildlife, and plant species.
• Coordinate closely with TRC geographic information system (GIS) staff to prepare required mapping deliverables.
• Author technical reports documenting field findings, impacts assessments, and mitigation requirements.
• Prepare Joint Permit Applications (Oregon) and JARPA (Washington) for state and local wetland and waterbody impacts permitting.
• Identify, design, and implement habitat restoration/mitigation measures to compensate for project environmental impacts.
• Lead or participate in client, agency consultation, and internal team meetings.
• Interface directly with clients, internal team members including subconsultants, regulatory agency staff, and tribal…