Environmental Scientist

Ecology and Environment, Inc. is a fully integrated environmental consulting firm committed to supporting sustainable development through responsible environmental stewardship.  We are seeking an entry-level environmental scientist for our corporate office in Buffalo, N.Y. to perform environmental field studies including wetland delineations and habitat assessments, and assist project teams with environmental report preparation.

 Our successful candidate must have an understanding of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems in the northeast and ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team on a variety of challenging environmental projects.

Responsibilities:

• Plant, habitat and threatened and endangered species surveys
• Performing field surveys and monitoring restoration and construction projects in biologically sensitive areas
• Perform work in accordance with USFWS, COE and state equivalent agency requirements
• Field data analysis and report writing
• Preparing NEPA documents

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science
• 0-3 years of experince
• Relevant internship, student assistant or related project experience required; environmental consulting preferred
• Knowledge of  environmental regulations such as NEPA and FERC preferred
• Ability to work independently with initiative and follow-through on direction given by members of project team
• Excellent self-leadership, facilitation, and public engagement skills
• Excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel
• Ability to travel to support business needs

E & E is its people. We are a knowledge based culture with an integrated staff of more than 85 scientific and engineering disciplines—a group of innovators who pave the way in implementing environmental solutions.  E & E has been dedicated to environmental conservation and enhancement since our founding in 1970.  Our vision for the 21st century is to continue our tradition of leadership in implementing environmentally sustainable practices.  At the end of the day, we know that the world is a better place because of our work.  E & E offers opportunities for growth in a team-oriented environment, with a competitive benefits package. 

 Please view our website at www.ene.com to apply on-line. Resumes will be accepted from March 21 – March 26. Local candidates preferred. Ecology and Environment, Inc. is an EOE/AA employer.  M/F/V/D