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NATURAL RESOURCES SCIENTIST/REGULATORY SPECIALIST Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC, a leading engineering firm with a global presence and a thriving coastal engineering practice, is pleased to announce an immediate opening a mid- to senior- level Natural Resources Scientist/Regulatory Specialist. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of biological monitoring and regulatory permitting projects which include characterizing hardbottom, seagrass, coastal and wetland habitats as well as leading the procurement of local, state and federal regulatory permits for coastal restoration projects. The candidate will perform tasks under the direction of a senior marine biologist through all phases of projects including the initial planning and design, permit applications, permit request for additional information, monitoring, data analysis, pre- during and post-construction permit compliance activities and report development. Key Responsibilities: * Complete, submit, and manage local, state and federal regulatory permit applications for coastal restoration projects including scheduling and hosting pre-application meetings with various regulatory agencies. * Negotiate permit conditions for coastal restoration projects. * Implement pre-construction, during construction, and post-construction permit compliance including scheduling and hosting pre-construction and during construction meetings. * Support development of Federal NEPA documentation required for federal permitting of coastal restoration projects. * Conduct biological monitoring field work with a focus on hardbottom and seagrass habitats. * Comfortably conduct SCUBA diving and snorkeling field work operations from a mid-side (<30') boat. * Organize and analyze biological data to prepare clear and concise biological reports and technical documentation. * Work collaboratively in a team-based environment. * Prioritize and accomplish multiple assignments efficiently and effectively with limited supervision. * Travel within the United States to project sites. * Other work activities include field planning, project management, and other mid-level duties. Qualifications: * 5-10 years of experience in environmental consulting or related field. * 3 years relevant field work experience. * Project management experience preferred. * Bachelor's Degree in biology or related scientific field. * Master's Degree in marine biology or related scientific field preferred. * SCUBA certification required, preferably advanced or rescue level. Preferably a member of the American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS). * CPR/First Aid certification required, or willingness to obtain once hired. * Boat experience required. * Experience with applying for, negotiating, receiving, and administering compliance with USACE Section 404 permits, Florida Joint Coastal, Environmental Resource, and Coastal Construction Control line permits is required. * Florida marine flora and fauna identification skills. * An ability to lead field work operations including: hardbottom benthic characterization surveys, hardbottom mapping, seagrass surveys, dune vegetation surveys and wetland surveys. * Possess strong technical and analytical skills; knowledge of statistical applications is preferred. * Possess strong interpersonal skills. * Ability to fluently and effectively communicate in spoken and written English. * Self-motivated, hard-worker capable of working both independently and in a team setting. * Have a passion for working in a consulting firm environment on coastal projects. * Willing to travel and work at beachfront project locations for short periods of time; occasional domestic travel including overnight stays will be required. * Ability to legally work in the United States for an indefinite period of time. * Must possess a clean driving record. * Ability to work in challenging outdoor conditions. * Ability to perform a typical field day of 10-12 hours. * Willingness and ability to work together with a positive attitude within a small project team. * Ability to lift 40 pounds and ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen. ABOUT APTIM APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence. What you can expect from APTIM: * Work that is worthy of your time and talent * Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home * Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities * A voice in making our company better * Investment into your personal and professional development As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $64,000K-$80,000K per year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM. Employee Benefits Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/ [https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/]. * Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and 10+ carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location. * Life insurance * Short-term and long-term disability insurance * Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law) * 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. 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