Position Summary:

BETA is seeking a senior wetland scientist our environmental permitting, ecological, and climate resilience group. This position will serve as a subject matter leader on the permitting team, working on a variety of projects that interface with natural and wildlife resources. The position provides a variety of office and field opportunities, working with industry experts and clients in providing sustainable and environmentally sensitive solutions.

Responsibilities:

Permit projects in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
Conduct inland/coastal resource area delineations, special resource habitat, and NLEB surveys
Monitor projects for environmental compliance
Conduct field and desktop reviews and prepare technical reports
Conduct peer reviews in support of Conservation Commissions, Planning, and Zoning Boards
Assess project environmental impacts, mitigation opportunities, and environmental compliance
Engage in business development opportunities
Support, mentor, and teach junior staff

Requirements

Requirements:

Bachelor's or master’s degree in environmental science, policy, biology, or related field
7 to 10 years of relevant experience
Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification, or ability to obtain
Demonstrated knowledge of local, state, and federal wetland regulatory programs
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in public presentations
Familiarity with GPS field instruments and data collection
Ability to coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulators
Strong time management skills and ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs, ArcMap, and other relevant software

Growth Opportunities:

· BETA encourages and promotes employee advancement and career development

· Leads to potential advancement to project management or more senior positions

Location:

Preferred location is BETA’s Worcester office, with flexibility to work from our other office locations. BETA also offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing employees to work in-office or remotely up to 2 days per week.

About BETA:

BETA Group, Inc. is a New England based consultant engineering firm and leader in the fields of transportation, traffic, structural, civil/site, and water/wastewater engineering; landscape architecture; urban design and planning; GIS/asset management; environmental sciences and permitting; and construction services. BETA offers an exceptional compensation and benefits package and is 100% employee-owned providing an Employee Stock Ownership Plan to all employees.

BETA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be eligible for employment in the USA without sponsorship.

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