Biologist/Wetland Scientist
About Parametrix
Parametrix is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions.
We are a team of professionals—engineers, planners, scientists, landscape architects, surveyors, and construction managers dedicated to delivering outstanding client service. We build lasting partnerships and collaborate with our clients to envision possibilities and create tomorrow, together.
We are committed to being a Best Place to Work, offering hybrid work environments that promote meaningful connections, support work-life balance, and encourage career development. With excellent benefits, rewards, and an inclusive, collaborative team, we create a supportive and enriching workplace.
About the Role
We are looking for a Biologist/Wetland Scientist to join our Portland, Oregon office, supporting our Oregon and southwest Washington teams. As part of our Environmental Planning & Compliance (EP&C) team, you will provide expertise in wetlands and waters, threatened and endangered species, permitting, and general natural resources services for various transportation, habitat, and other projects.
This is a hybrid position reporting to the EP&C Senior Scientist. The role may require travel to work sites and the ability to manage and conduct fieldwork across the Western U.S.
You Will:
- Produce and manage wetland delineation reports, biological assessments, permit applications, and regulatory compliance documents.
- Manage small projects and support a senior project manager, leading tasks on large wetland, aquatic, and plant/wildlife resources projects.
- Conduct wetland delineations, wetland and habitat functional assessments, vegetation and wildlife surveys, mitigation and ecological compliance monitoring; and critical areas and natural resource assessments.
- Prepare permitting and regulatory compliance documents to support Clean Water Act Section 404, Endangered Species Act Section 7, DSL removal fill rules, and local natural resource and critical area codes in Oregon/Washington; conduct agency coordination; prepare mitigation plans; and provide data analysis and interpretation.
- Meet scope and budget requirements, schedules, and team coordination.
You Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, or related discipline with 2+ years of demonstrated experience in the Pacific Northwest conducting wetland and biological fieldwork, preparing natural resource permit applications, and technical report preparation.
- Consulting experience or direct interaction with consulting teams is preferred A working knowledge of Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and State/local wetlands and natural resource regulations in Oregon and Washington is desired.
- Familiarity with the flora, fauna, soils, and aquatic ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest is required.
- Wetland Professional in Training (WPIT) certification, completion of a wetland certificate program through University of Washington or Portland State University, or equivalent trainings preferred.
- Strong technical writing skills are required. GPS/ARC GIS experience is a plus.
- The ability to travel and to conduct manual labor including navigation through heavy brush; digging soil pits; travel on uneven terrain in muddy and flooded conditions; and fieldwork in all weather is required.
Compensation Information: Base salary for this position is in the range of $65,000-$80,000.
Compensation is determined by factors such as education, experience, location, and role. As employee-owners, we are eligible for performance-based bonuses and our salaries are reviewed annually. We value transparency and look forward to discussing our compensation structure.
Why Join Parametrix?
Employee Ownership & Great Benefits: As a 100% employee-owned company, you'll share in and contribute to Parametrix’s success. You’ll earn stock in your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) account and be an important contributor to our collective achievements.
Our Benefits include:
- Healthcare Coverage (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
- Performance-based bonuses
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Bonding Leave
Exciting, Award Winning Project Work: Our work earns recognition for its innovation and positive impact on communities, giving you the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a difference. Learn more at https://www.parametrix.com/our-work/
Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee-owners' diverse needs. Whether it's hybrid, remote, or in-office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while staying connected and engaged with your team.
Our Commitment to You
It is our policy and culture to provide equal opportunity to all persons based on ability and fitness to perform job duties regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and all other characteristics protected by law.
At Parametrix, we are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Visit our careers site at https://www.parametrix.com/careers/ to apply and view all available opportunities at our firm.
