Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) is currently seeking a Mid-level Wetland Scientist to join our growing team of professionals in our Abingdon, Maryland office. Join a dynamic group that supports both field and office tasks in the Natural Resource field throughout Maryland and surrounding states. As a member of GTA’s Natural Resource team, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a mix of field and office work on a variety of projects including residential, commercial, industrial, energy generation facilities, public and non-profit facilities, and linear utility and transportation projects.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Field Work – Performs wetland delineations, soil characterization, habitat assessments, endangered species surveys, habitat management, wetland and stream mitigation site monitoring.
- Technical Writing – Prepares wetland and forest stand delineation reports, and habitat protection plans.
- Mitigation Services – Work with a team to prepare stream and wetland mitigation plans, habitat management plans, and perform annual monitoring.
- Permitting – Collaborates with engineers and clients to prepare wetland permit applications, forest conservation plans, Chesapeake Bay Critical Area consultation.
- Project Management – Prepares proposals, manages billing and project deliverables, and participates in client management.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Successful candidates MUST have:
- BS Degree in environmental science, biology, natural resources or related field
- 3+ Years of related wetland experience, including leading wetland delineations in the field, project management, and wetland impact permitting
- Knowledge of plant identification and hydric soil identification
- Ability to multi-task and work independently with minimal supervision
- Experience managing a project team and training staff
- GPS, GIS, and AutoCAD experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain and develop client relationships
- Ability to manage projects independently, including field work
- Knowledge of state and federal wetland regulations, implementation, and guidance
- Willingness to travel periodically
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
We believe in taking care of our team—professionally, personally, and everything in between. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:
- Competitive Salary with generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to support your work-life balance
- Annual Bonus Potential – your hard work deserves to be rewarded
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – including Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Peace of Mind – with Company-paid Life Insurance and both Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Invest in Your Future – through our 401(k) with Company Match
- Education Assistance Program – helping you continue to grow and learn
- Employee Assistance Program – free access to short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and more
- Peak Health Wellness Plan – personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support
- Stay Connected & Inspired – with free memberships to professional societies
- Professional Development – Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training to help you reach your goals
- Referral Bonuses – bring great people on board and get rewarded
- Recognition That Matters – we celebrate achievements big and small with our Employee Recognition Program
- Team Spirit & Fun – enjoy company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment
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What We Do
Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) was incorporated in 1985 and employs more than 500 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. GTA focuses on geotechnical issues such as subsurface exploration, geotechnical and foundation engineering; groundwater resource and wastewater disposal issues; construction observation and materials testing; environmental issues from environmental assessments through management of remediation for contaminated water and soil; and natural resource services ranging from natural resource inventories to federal and state permit processing. Superior delivery of service and creative solutions complement our capabilities and collective commitment to our clients.
We provide these services for a wide range of projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Midwest regions. Our 21 office locations include: Quakertown, York, Wilkes-Barre, and Pittsburgh Metro, PA; Northeastern, OH; Somerset and Little Ferry, NJ; Abingdon, Baltimore, Laurel, Frederick, and Waldorf, MD; New Castle and Georgetown, DE; Richmond and Sterling, VA; Nashville, TN; Charlotte and Raleigh, NC and Greenville, SC (GTA Associates, Inc.); and Orlando, FL.
Project types include: residential, retail, office, data centers, warehouse, industrial, energy, government, institutional, and recreational facilities. We also provide infrastructure design and improvement projects including roads, bridges, retaining walls, dams, landfills, and utilities.
Accreditations: AASHTO and Army Corps of Engineers accredited soil, aggregate, and concrete laboratory facilities.
We realize that our greatest asset is our people. We encourage our employees to reach their full potential, both personally and professionally, and offer the foundation, tools, and resources for them to excel, which in turn provides optimum results for our clients.
