Ecologist II

Corblu Ecology Group, LLC is seeking to hire a qualified B.S. or M.S. graduate in the field of Ecology, Natural Resources, or other closely related discipline, with strong capabilities in Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting, wetland and stream mitigation banking, and/or ecosystem restoration practices. Preference for applicants with a minimum of five (5) years professional and direct experience in the ecological consulting industry.  This position is available in Corblu’s Alabaster, Alabama office and is a full-time, permanent opportunity.

Typical job duties will primarily include, but are not limited to, wetlands/waters delineations; GPS operation; GIS mapping and database management; assisting in the development and management of wetland and stream mitigation banking projects; feasibility assessments and project due diligence; banking instrument drafting/documentation; regulatory agency coordination; ecosystem restoration design and implementation; Section 404 of the Clean Water Act permitting; restoration construction oversight; annual vegetation/geomorphology/biological monitoring and data collection; project budgeting, proposal writing, and invoicing; and, agency and client coordination. Travel is expected and candidates should be accustomed to working outdoors under difficult field conditions.

Applicants should have a desire to work in private consulting and possess strong skills in the following areas:  1) verbal and written communications; 2) able to lead field efforts for delineations, monitoring, and ecological surveys, including working knowledge in local flora and fauna; 3) technical writing and critical thinking; 4) ability to work both independently and as part of a team; and 5) project management. Relevant permitting, mitigation banking, and/or regulatory experience in the Southeast including GA, AL, FL, SC, NC, and TN is preferred. High-achieving individuals will have opportunities for advancement. 

Corblu Ecology Group offers competitive salaries and benefits (including medical, dental, vision, 401k, vacation, holidays, and sick leave), challenging projects, and opportunities for growth in a team-orientated environment.