Environmental Scientist - Hunt Valley, United States - Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc.

Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc.
Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc.
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Hunt Valley, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,200 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States.

JMT's staff is recognized as being among the best in the industry by leading publications at the national, regional, and local levels.

JMT, is currently ranked #59 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms, ranked #24 of bridge design firms, and ranked #4 of top design firms in the Mid-Atlantic Region.


This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated individual with superior written and verbal communication and "hands-on" skills to excel in a team environment.


Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Conducts research and investigations of designated environmental resources including wetlands, forests, streams, soils, plants, and wildlife
  • Collects data and field samples during field investigations
  • Analyzes and manages data received from field investigations; determines the location, size, condition, and impacts to designated environmental resources
  • Documents methodologies and findings of research and field investigations
  • Assists with geomorphic surveys and design efforts in support of ecological restoration projects
  • Participates in environmental compliance surveys (e.g., stormwater management facilities, erosion and sediment control procedures, design/build projects, etc.) and Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
  • Authors natural and environmental technical reports, field delineation reports, impact assessments, environmental inspection reports, and similar reports with supervisory input and oversight
  • Supports preparation of NEPA documents, including writing environmental setting and impact analyses sections
  • Assists in the preparation of scopes of work, fee proposals, and responses to RFP's

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Participates in field investigations of cultural resources
  • Participates in preparation of public involvement materials and attends public meetings
  • Performs other related duties as assigned
Required Experience

  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resource management, geography, planning, or a related field

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with wetland/forest/stream delineation and assessment, wildlife surveys & consultation, data collection and analysis, report writing and editing
  • Experience with regulatory permitting
  • Advanced wetland delineation and/or hydric soils training
  • Local professional certifications (for example, Forest Conservation Act "Qualified Professional" certification in Maryland)
  • Demonstrated experience leading or having a lead role in environmental surveying, permitting, and planning
  • Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with clients
  • Working knowledge of federal and state regulations
  • Experience working with and/or knowledge of environmental regulations including the Clean Water Act, Maryland Forest Conservation Act and other regulations pertaining to wetlands, streams, forests, and the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area
  • Experience authoring technical reports including scientific and/or NEPA documents

Working Conditions
Work is performed within a general office environment approximately 50% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking.

Office duties will include data analysis and management, report writing and preparation, research and historical analysis, and the preparation of permit documentation and presentation materials.

Office work is performed with adequate lighting and temperature, with no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.


  • JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce._
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