Permitting Specialist/Wildlife Scientist/Environmental Specialist assists senior permitting staff in all aspects of various permitting projects, while remaining aligned with strategy, commitments and goals of Reagan Smith.

Qualifications

Entry-level position
Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Science, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, etc.) and other web-based platforms (Trello, Zoom, etc.)
Ability to multitask while maintaining high attention to detail and accuracy in a high- paced, dynamic environment.
Excellent analytical problem-solving capabilities; ability to exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Excellent organizational skills.
High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with people inside and outside the company.
Thoughtful decision-making, problem resolution and creative thinking skills a must.
Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week
Ability to conduct fieldwork, which can comprise moderate to high physical demand.
Availability for overnight travel
Must possess a valid driver's license

Time and availability requirements

40 to 55 hours per week – varies based on workload and season
Check email/voicemail and respond while in the field, nights and weekends

Job duties and responsibilities

Assist Project Manager with a variety of duties
Interact with surveyors, landowners, agency personnel and clients to discuss project details, gain access and schedule field work.
Assist with threatened and endangered species surveys
Assist with migratory bird and raptor surveys
Assist with Wetland Delineations
Assist with Habitat Assessments
Assist with Archaeological Surveys
Report writing – Biological Evaluations, Environmental Assessments, Endangered Species Surveys, Due Diligence, Phase 1, Applications for Permit to Drill
Define tasks and required resources
Create project timelines and schedules
Attend Industry meetings and represent Reagan Smith
Coordinate projects with various departments within Reagan Smith
Track deliverables
Monitor and report on project progress to senior management

Competencies

Outgoing
Positive
Excellent Technical writing skills
Self-starter
Quick-learner
Critical thinking and problem solving
Team Player
Resourceful
Conflict resolution
Adaptability

Benefits

Health Insurance with up to $200 per month allowance after 2 years of employment
$35,000 Life Insurance Policy
Reagan Smith clothing & PPE provided
Field clothing and gear allowance
Flex schedule
Maternity/Paternity paid leave
Fun corporate culture
Paid training and networking experiences
Career growth potential

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