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Job Overview
We are currently seeking a qualified Wetland Specialist to work in our NY offices in our Environmental Division with the Permitting and Compliance department. The Wetland Specialist will be required to lead wetland and stream delineations, protected species surveys, environmental reporting and permitting as it relates to natural resources, and train/mentor junior level staff.
If you have any of the skills below and you are looking for a place to be empowered and supported, we are interested in talking to you! We are seeking talent in multiple areas and are excited to hear what you could bring to our team of highly skilled and fun professionals. We specialize in realizing employee’s strengths and aligning them with work they will value

Hybrid (home/office) work schedules are available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Leading fieldwork for jurisdictional wetland surveys and Waters of the US, which would include plant identifications, soil analysis, and identification of hydrological characteristics; preparing wetland delineation reports summarizing field findings for soil type, vegetation, and hydrological characteristics; and providing wetland delineations and flagging, including GPS location of wetland delineation flagging.
• Leading fieldwork for protected species surveys
• Develop technical reports and GIS mapping
• Work with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and develop permit applications
• Manage and mentor junior level staff

Qualifications

• Minimum BS or BA in Environmental, Ecology, or Biology.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in delineation, permitting, jurisdictional determinations, etc. of freshwater wetlands and streams.
• Ability to review, edit, and provide QA/QC for deliverables.
• Some travel within New York and surrounding states is required.
• Fieldwork required.
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Fast-paced environmental consulting/engineering practice.

Benefits
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

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