Wetland Scientist (PWS)

TL;DR

Wetland Scientist (PWS): Lead and oversee wetland delineations and critical area work for environmental projects with an accent on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) guidelines, regulatory permitting, and high-quality technical deliverables. Focus on managing complex project phases, coordinating with federal/state/local agencies, and guiding wetland restoration, mitigation, and monitoring plans while supervising junior and mid-level staff.

Location: Kirkland, WA, US

Salary: $95,000–$135,000 (USD) annually

Company

hirify.global is an environmental consulting and sustainable engineering firm delivering data-driven solutions across water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

What you will do

• Lead wetland delineations and critical area assessments in accordance with USACE guidelines and regional supplements.
• Manage environmental projects end-to-end: proposal development, budgeting, fieldwork, regulatory coordination, reporting, and client communication.
• Prepare and review technical documents including wetland delineation reports, critical area reports, jurisdictional determinations, mitigation plans, HPA, and Section 404/401 permit applications.
• Serve as a primary liaison with federal, state, and local agencies on permitting and compliance.
• Guide wetland restoration, mitigation, and monitoring plan development and implementation.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level staff; use GIS and data management tools for planning and analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of professional experience in wetland science, environmental consulting, or natural resource management.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state wetland regulations, including Clean Water Act Section 404/401 permitting.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex environmental projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in wetland delineations, functional assessments, and habitat evaluations.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for fieldwork and client meetings.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model with flexible scheduling.
• 401(k) with up to 3.5% company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, and HSA/FSA.
• Paid time off, holidays, wellness programs, and paid parental leave.
• Short- and long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance.

Hiring process

• Interviews to evaluate wetland science/regulatory expertise, project leadership experience, and communication skills.
• Discussion of fit for environmental team priorities and ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities.