Ecologist – Entry Level (Hybrid)
About the position Barr is seeking an ecologist to join our Duluth team. The person in this position will work with project teams on water resources, civil and environmental engineering, and related technical assignments. This person will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and other Barr staff members. They will help project teams meet ecological and regulatory constraints and prepare applications and reports required for project permitting, implementation, and mitigation of natural resource impacts. A successful person in this role will have strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and a flexible working style with the ability to work independently and with teams of specialists to meet client and project needs. Responsibilities • Wetland delineation: assist with wetland delineations, inventories, and functional assessments. • Report writing: perform botanical and wildlife surveys, perform threatened and endangered species reviews, and prepare environmental impact assessments. • Permitting: develop permit applications. Requirements • Education: bachelor’s degree in ecology, botany, water resources, biology, natural resource management, soil science, or a similar natural resources field. • Experience: Knowledge of Minnesota and federal wetland-related regulations, federal and state endangered species programs, and permitting processes (Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act, Minnesota Work in Public Waters, and Clean Water Act Section 404). • Knowledge about the 1987 Manual for wetland delineation and wetland classification systems. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of project teams. • Demonstrated written and oral presentation skills. • Strong interpersonal skills. • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future. Benefits • Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care • Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock • Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders • Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities • Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave • Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities