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Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.\nOur commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.\nJoin a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.\nReady to shape the future of resilient communities?\nVerdantas is seeking a Staff Ecologist to join our Environmental team in Ohio. This position can be based in Cleveland, Akron, Youngstown, Columbus, Cincinnati, or another Ohio office and is ideal for an early-career environmental professional looking to build hands-on experience in ecological fieldwork, natural resource assessments, and environmental permitting.\nWhat You’ll Do:\nAssist with wetland delineations, stream assessments, habitat evaluations, and other ecological field studies.\nIdentify wetlands, streams, vegetation, and sensitive environmental resources.\nCollect and document field data using GPS and GIS-based applications.\nAssist with USACE wetland data forms, ORAM, QHEI, HHEI, and related assessments.\nSupport preparation of technical reports, environmental documentation, and permit applications.\nAssist with environmental permitting associated with USACE, OEPA, ODNR, USFWS, and other regulatory agencies.\nWork alongside experienced ecologists, scientists, engineers, and project managers on multidisciplinary projects.\nPerform fieldwork throughout Ohio and surrounding states, including occasional overnight travel.\nWhat You Bring:\nBachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, Environmental Studies, or a related field.\n1 to 3 years of relevant experience, including internships, co-ops, or professional environmental field experience.\nFamiliarity with wetland delineation, ecological fieldwork, plant identification, or stream assessments.\nInterest in developing knowledge of USACE wetland methodologies and environmental permitting.\nFamiliarity with GPS, GIS, or mobile field data collection tools.\nStrong communication, organization, and technical writing skills.\nAbility to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.\nAbility to perform fieldwork in varying terrain and weather conditions.\nWillingness to travel and work extended field hours during peak field seasons.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nPrevious environmental consulting, internship, or co-op experience.\nCoursework or field experience involving wetlands, botany, ecology, soils, or aquatic resources.\nFamiliarity with Midwest plant identification.\nExposure to ArcGIS, Field Maps, Survey123, or similar applications.\nFamiliarity with ORAM, QHEI, HHEI, or USACE wetland delineation procedures.\nGrow Your Career with Verdantas\nAt Verdantas, you’ll learn alongside experienced environmental and engineering professionals while gaining hands-on experience on projects throughout Ohio and the Midwest. 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