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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose. At Verdantas, we are pioneers in delivering a comprehensive suite of environmental consulting, sustainable engineering, cutting-edge modeling, and digital technology services. Specializing in thriving markets with strong growth trends, we play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable project outcomes across diverse sectors such as power, renewable energy, water resources, government land use, and transportation infrastructure.

Our dynamic team, comprised of environmental scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, collaborate closely with clients, harnessing state-of-the-art technology to provide highly accurate datasets and models that tackle intricate environmental and infrastructure challenges. We pride ourselves on going beyond conventional problem-solving; we function as strategic partners, actively assisting clients in realizing their infrastructure and sustainability goals.

Verdantas stands at the forefront with a robust team of nearly 1,500 professionals, including top-tier scientists, engineers, and technical experts strategically positioned throughout the U.S. Our commitment to excellence is grounded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. As a reliable partner, Verdantas offers integrated solutions and forward-thinking strategies in environmental consulting, engineering, and digital technology services.

Join us on this journey where your skills and passion align with our mission to create a sustainable future through groundbreaking solutions. At Verdantas, your career transcends traditional boundaries, and your impact extends far beyond the workplace. Discover a workplace where your talents thrive, and your contributions make a lasting difference.

We are seeking a Staff Ecologist III to join our Great Lakes Area team with home office locations throughout Ohio .

This is a great opportunity to join an experienced, respected ecological consulting team in the Great Lakes Area. The successful candidate will utilize technical and task management skills on a variety of diverse, sometimes complex, projects requiring multi-disciplinary collaboration, independent review, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities:

• Lead surface water delineations and wildlife habitat assessments

• Prepare technical reports to document project findings, conclusions, and recommendations

• Assist Project Managers by tracking work progress and providing work assignments to project personnel

• Communicate effectively with team members and Project Managers

• Interface with government and regulatory agencies (USACE, Ohio EPA, etc.)

• Serve as a technical resource for the company by evaluating alternative strategies for ecological projects

• Prepare maps and illustrations for interpreting and presenting data

• Collect and interpret data through research, file reviews, field observations, and measurements

• Support business development activities by preparing proposals and building relationships with clients

• Create daily Health and Safety Plans to maintain personal and team safety in the field.

• Combination of office (75%) and outdoor (25%) work environment

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, or similar from an accredited institution

• 3 to 7 years of relevant experience. Advanced degrees or cooperative education may count toward experience

• When in an outdoor environment, the employee is subject to significant walking distances in uneven terrain, varying temperatures, weather conditions, wildlife, and noise

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Benefits:

• Flexible Work Environment

• Paid Parental Leave

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

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