Date Posted: 4/08/24 Job Description:

We have an excellent opportunity for a mid- or senior-level Natural Resources Scientist in our Warwick, RI office.

What you will do:

We are currently seeking a well-rounded mid/senior-level Natural Resources Scientist to support our existing natural resource practice in New England. The ideal candidate will have approximately 5 to 10 years of consulting experience in New England, on projects related to natural resource assessments, restoration, and management. The ideal candidate will be proficient in at least one area of the following areas of natural resource management and be able to lead and support a wide variety of projects including NEPA compliance, ecosystem restoration (in conjunction with an engineering team), climate adaptation/resiliency relating to natural resources, freshwater and/or coastal wetland assessments, and/or watershed management plans. The candidates should have experience successfully completing federal, state, and local permitting for projects in New England and/or the Northeast and be able to lead interdisciplinary teams through the regulatory process. A Master’s degree (or equivalent professional experience) is preferred and experience with project management is required. Experience preparing proposals and exposure to grant funding requirements is preferred.

What we provide:

EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work-life balance including flexible schedules. We have a tremendous base of positive client relationships. This has resulted in a stable backlog of projects and opportunities for growth.   We also offer a fantastic benefits package!

What you will need:

• Batchelor’s degree (Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience preferred) in natural resources, biology, ecology, environmental science or related discipline.
• 5-10 years of professional experience in New England on projects related to natural resource assessment, management, and/or restoration.
• Experience in one or more of the following technical areas: NEPA compliance, ecosystem restoration, climate adaptation/resilience relating to natural resources, freshwater and/or coastal wetland assessments, watershed management planning, and/or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience navigating federal, state, and local permitting requirements for projects in New England and/or the Northeast.
• Experience preparing proposals and exposure to grant funding requirements is preferred.

Anticipated salary range of $70,000 to $100,000 per year.  

What We Offer

• 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Salary
• Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Generous paid-time-off policy
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee wellness program

EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc., PBC is a 100% employee owned, public benefit corporation that provides environmental, compliance, natural resources, and infrastructure engineering and management solutions to a wide range of government and industrial clients.

Why Join EA?

At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team-centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.

Accommodation Information

If you are interested in applying for employment with EA and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at hrrecruitment@eaest.com. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Location: Warwick,RI Employment Type: 40hr FT