Mid-Level Restoration Ecology Scientist
RES
- Chicago, IL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Bachelor’s Degree in ecology or related field, such as wetland science, botany, wildlife biology,
- 5-7 years of experience in ecological profession
- Advanced knowledge of local and regional flora, fauna, and ecological systems. Demonstrated ecological identification skills, including plants, animals, ecological communities, wetlands, soils, and others as necessary.
- Experience with GPS units, ArcGIS, and/or other ESRI field data collection software.
- Thorough understanding of restoration ecology theory, principles and practices and ability to apply to projects.
- Experience with state and federal environmental regulations and permitting processes, specifically, CWA Sections 404/401 and state and federal endangered species programs.
- Demonstrated ability to perform professional ecological work, such as independent studies, complex data analyses, and development of restoration plans.
- Master’s Degree in ecology or related field, such as wetland science, botany, wildlife biology, with 3-5 years of professional experience.