Who We Are:
Headquartered in Washington, DC, Versar Global Solutions provides full mission lifecycle solutions for challenges faced by our government and commercial Customers in the natural, built, and digital environments. With nearly 2,000 team members around the world, and a rich legacy spanning more than 70 years, Versar Global Solutions delivers a broad array of planning, analysis and risk management solutions, project and program management, operations and maintenance services, and information technology applications for environmental management and remediation projects, mission critical facilities and installations, and in support of readiness and contingency operations.
Who You Are:
Versar is seeking a remote full-time Wetland Scientist in support of the Environmental Planning and NEPA Program with strong technical skills related to wetland science and general NEPA experience to assist the team with a variety of tasks associated with natural resources and NEPA projects. Versar is seeking a certified Professional Wetland Scientist.
The position is organized under Versar's Environmental Management (EM) group and is remote and can be located anywhere. Projects would involve National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis of resource planning, transportation, construction, and other infrastructure projects and programs largely in support of the Department of Defense (DoD). Candidates must have a flexible work schedule with availability to meet occasional priority deadlines outside of normal working hours, be motivated to learn, and work well with others. Overnight travel and field work is required for this position.
This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to advance their career while supporting interesting and diverse DoD projects in a flexible, collaborative, and welcoming work environment.
What You'll Do:
Performing wetland delineations, including leading a field team.
Serving as the environmental lead and project manager on various stages of project development including environmental planning, NEPA documentation and permitting.
Writing, research, and field work in support of the preparation of wetland delineation reports, Section 404 permit applications, natural resources management plans, and other environmental studies.
Preparing compensatory wetland mitigation plans.
Conducting coordination with the USACE regarding project permitting and compensatory mitigation plans.
Serving as both a NEPA generalist (provide support in multiple environmental resource areas), and as a wetland specialist.
Mentoring other team members.
Contributing to project proposals, cost estimates, and business development materials.
Assisting in the preparation, review, and QA/QC of technical reports and plans.
Reviewing and analyzing technical studies, compliance reports, permit applications, NEPA documents, and similar reports/documents.
Communicating with government, academic, and industry researchers and scientists.
Organizing and leading project team meetings and meetings with third parties/clients.
Updating financial project management software, completing project invoicing, providing routine project updates, and maintaining regular communication with clients.
Developing and maintaining strong professional relationships with Prime and Subcontractor team members as well as DoD clients to maximize contract and project opportunities.
Supporting the preparation of Environmental Impact Statements and Environmental Assessments for complex and sometimes controversial projects nationwide, including resource management, construction, transportation, and other infrastructure projects and programs.
Participating in project team meetings and attending meetings with third parties/clients.
Planning and completing major project tasks related to the development and delivery of accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services for complex and high-profile EAs and EISs both individually and as part of a technically and geographically disperse team.
What You'll Bring:
Wetlands
Certification as a Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS).
Experience documenting wetland and stream investigations in accordance with Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual (USACE 1987) and other relevant guidance (e.g., Regional Supplements to the Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual).
Experience with Trimble GPS units, ArcGIS, and/or other ESRI data collection software.
General
Minimum of bachelor's degree in an environmental science field such as ecology, wetland science, aquatic biology, botany, wildlife biology, fisheries, soils, hydrology, or related field, and 5-7 years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated background in scientific or technical writing (writing sample required).
Excellent and relevant references.
Organizational management skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work.
Ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting project tasks and deadlines.
Ability to support projects that occasionally require travel with overnight stays, including remote fieldwork.
Excellent communication skills, as well as strong conceptual, organizational, problem solving and research abilities.
Detail-oriented and the ability to work independently with limited supervision, as well as in a collaborative team environment.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and capable of obtaining government security clearance and/or Common Access Card (CAC).
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with Versar's vehicle policy.
Successful results of pre-employment screenings, including federal background check, MVR (Motor Vehicle Record), and drug screen
NEPA
Thorough working knowledge of NEPA and related regulations and processes (Section 7, Section 106, CWA, CAA, CZMA, etc.).
Superior writing, communication, and computer skills (MS Word, Excel, etc.) as well as strong problem solving and research abilities.
Experience working with federal and state resource and regulatory agency personnel and various permitting processes.
Location Requirements
The position will primarily work remotely with overnight travel and field work required for this position.
Compensation
Expected Salary: $75,000 - $95,000
Versar Global Solutions is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the Company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's status protected by local, state, or federal law.
EEO Commitment
Versar Global Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Versar Global Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Versar Global Solutions expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. Improper interference with the ability of Versar Global Solutions employees to perform their job duties is not tolerated.
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