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Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.
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Tetra Tech's commitment to hiring the best talent in the industry and helping them thrive professionally is stronger than ever. We are seeking an Entry-level Environmental Scientist to support our expanding renewable energy practice across New York State and the Northeastern United States. This is a hybrid role, combining office-based tasks with remote work. The selected candidate will participate in renewable energy site development projects, focusing on feasibility studies, permitting, and field investigations related to natural resource conservation.
Your Role:
· Conduct biological and environmental surveys, such as avian surveys, wetland delineations, and reptile, amphibian, and bat surveys, as required by project scopes.
· Assist with state and local permit applications for renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
· Collaborate with a nationwide network of biologists working on innovative natural resource solutions for energy development.
· Prepare technical reports summarizing findings from biological and other environmental surveys.
· Participate in feasibility studies and site assessments for renewable energy projects, with a focus on natural resource impact.
Qualifications:
· Minimum of an Associate's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
· 1-3 years of professional experience conducting natural resource assessments (T&E species, avian surveys, etc.).
· Strong technical writing skills, previous experience drafting environmental reports is highly desired.
· Valid driver's license that meets Tetra Tech's insurance requirements.
· A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.
· Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience conducting avian surveys for various species within New York or other regions.
· Background in conducting wildlife surveys such as reptile, amphibian, or bat surveys, especially for special-status species.
· Experience in wetland or rare plant surveys, using established protocols.
· Familiarity with field technologies like handheld GPS units or tablets for data collection.
· Proficiency in using ArcGIS software (ArcGIS Online/Pro Desktop) for data analysis and mapping.
Why Join Us?
· Be part of a cutting-edge team, contributing to renewable energy projects with a focus on environmental sustainability.
· Work collaboratively with experts across the country while also having the independence to conduct fieldwork.
· Growth opportunities within the industry, with a strong commitment to your professional development.
Compensation:
Salary: $58,458 - $60,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting http://www.tetratech.com/en/benefits
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.
Additional Information- Organization: 194 CES
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