Ecologist/NEPA Specialist

Clark Dietz is seeking an Ecologist/NEPA Specialist for their Transportation Team in Indiana. The role involves preparing NEPA documents, conducting ecological investigations, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team on infrastructure projects. Candidates should have a B.S. in Environmental Science and at least three years of relevant experience. The position offers a flexible work/life balance with a hybrid work-from-home schedule and competitive compensation and benefits.
Clark Dietz, Inc. is an employee-owned, multidiscipline consulting engineering firm with offices in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin. We are a recognized leader in transportation, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical and electrical engineering.

We are guided by the belief that fostering a culture of inclusion is fundamental to driving innovation and strengthening our teams. We empower our talented staff to collaborate and serve our clients with sustainable solutions that improve the quality of life for the communities we live and work in. Our mentoring and training programs, Communities of Practice (CoPs), and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide everyone with a place to connect, learn, and grow.

We currently have an opportunity for an Ecologist/NEPA Specialist to join our Transportation Team in Indiana. Responsibilities include leading investigations and research in compliance with NEPA to support federally funded INDOT and local infrastructure projects.

Primary Responsibilities
• Prepares NEPA documents for a variety of projects ranging from minor programmatic projects to complex Categorical Exclusions.[PWD1]
• Performs ecological investigations and wetland delineations for project sites.
• Analyzes field data to prepare wetland delineation reports and appropriate waterway permits (e.g., Section 401/404 permits, Construction in a Floodway permits, other state/local permits in Indiana).
• Assists Project Managers to develop scope, schedule, and budget for assigned projects.
• Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team (Project Managers, Engineers, Historians) to coordinate tasks and deliverables.
• Communicates and coordinates potential risks and solutions with Project Managers.

Position Requirements
• B.S. Degree in Environmental Science, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience conducting environmental or ecological investigations is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable laws and standards related to discipline.
• Is qualified or can become qualified for preparation of categorical exclusion type environmental documents of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) per INDOT requirements.
• Prequalification with INDOT for either 5.4 (Ecological Studies) or 5.6 (waterway permitting) is preferred.
• Ability to rely on experience and independent judgment to perform tasks without supervision.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS and MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to project sites as needed.

Compensation

As an employee-owned firm, Clark Dietz offers an employee focused culture, flexible work/life balance and hybrid WFH schedule. The starting pay range is $26.81 - $36.19 + annual bonus. We also offer comprehensive insurance benefits, education & professional license reimbursement, 401k & ESOP plans with un-capped company match, and individual ownership opportunity. To learn more about our firm please visit www.clarkdietz.com

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