AKS Engineering & Forestry
Natural Resources Specialist
AKS Engineering & Forestry, Tualatin, Oregon, United States, 97062
AKS Engineering & Forestry Natural Resources Specialist Tualatin, Oregon Apply Now
AKS Engineering & Forestry (AKS) has an immediate opening for a natural resource specialist to join our growing natural resources team. The focus of this position is to support natural resource services for the company’s dynamic public and private projects, working with the natural resources team and AKS project managers. This is a full-time hourly position reporting to the senior biologist and located in our office in Tualatin, Oregon.Ideal Candidate QualificationsBachelor’s degree in wetland science and management, forest ecology, environmental science/biology, botany, natural resources, or similar related science.Experience conducting wetland delineations using the Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual: Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Region.Experience preparing Wetland Delineation Reports in accordance with Oregon Department of State Lands (DSL) standards.Pacific Northwest plant identification skills.Experience using handheld Trimble GPS units.GIS or AutoCAD skills a plus.Exceptional technical writing skills.Experience with applicable software (Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, etc.).Ability to work in a team environment or independently, manage multiple priorities, and work efficiently to meet deadlines.Ability to work long hours in the field and be able to travel, including overnight on occasions, if necessary, in AKS-provided vehicles and accommodations.Take personal responsibility for completing quality work within budgets and timelines.Job Functions & ResponsibilitiesConduct field wetland delineations, ordinary high water (OHW) delineations, riparian habitat assessments, mitigation monitoring, and other similar field data collection throughout Oregon.Gather online background maps to facilitate fieldwork.Prepare DSL Wetland Delineation Reports.Prepare Natural Resource Assessment reports for local jurisdiction compliance.Develop and maintain effective positive working relationships with co-workers, clients, permitting agency staff, and other project team members.Company OverviewAKS Engineering & Forestry is a locally owned multidiscipline engineering consulting firm focused on developing infrastructure for private and public clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. Remaining true to our values and diligently maintaining our focus on quality enables our staff to thrive and grow. With seven offices and over 28 years in business, AKS is a well-respected and trusted resource to a broad portfolio of clients, providing a unique and diverse combination of services.CultureAKS is recognized annually as one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Southwest Washington. With a reputation built on personal responsibility, straight answers, practical solutions, and client and employee service, AKS has become a highly sought-after place to work. We care deeply about building long-term relationships at all levels of our organization and look for opportunities to share meals together every week, go on team-building adventures, make team site visits, and host events that bring our people and clients together.AKS proudly offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, immediately vested 401(k) matching, and additional benefits and special perks, including opportunities for personal and professional development, mentorship, advancement, and training.Visit our website for more information on the work we do and all that AKS offers.
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AKS Engineering & Forestry (AKS) has an immediate opening for a natural resource specialist to join our growing natural resources team. The focus of this position is to support natural resource services for the company’s dynamic public and private projects, working with the natural resources team and AKS project managers. This is a full-time hourly position reporting to the senior biologist and located in our office in Tualatin, Oregon.Ideal Candidate QualificationsBachelor’s degree in wetland science and management, forest ecology, environmental science/biology, botany, natural resources, or similar related science.Experience conducting wetland delineations using the Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual: Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Region.Experience preparing Wetland Delineation Reports in accordance with Oregon Department of State Lands (DSL) standards.Pacific Northwest plant identification skills.Experience using handheld Trimble GPS units.GIS or AutoCAD skills a plus.Exceptional technical writing skills.Experience with applicable software (Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, etc.).Ability to work in a team environment or independently, manage multiple priorities, and work efficiently to meet deadlines.Ability to work long hours in the field and be able to travel, including overnight on occasions, if necessary, in AKS-provided vehicles and accommodations.Take personal responsibility for completing quality work within budgets and timelines.Job Functions & ResponsibilitiesConduct field wetland delineations, ordinary high water (OHW) delineations, riparian habitat assessments, mitigation monitoring, and other similar field data collection throughout Oregon.Gather online background maps to facilitate fieldwork.Prepare DSL Wetland Delineation Reports.Prepare Natural Resource Assessment reports for local jurisdiction compliance.Develop and maintain effective positive working relationships with co-workers, clients, permitting agency staff, and other project team members.Company OverviewAKS Engineering & Forestry is a locally owned multidiscipline engineering consulting firm focused on developing infrastructure for private and public clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. Remaining true to our values and diligently maintaining our focus on quality enables our staff to thrive and grow. With seven offices and over 28 years in business, AKS is a well-respected and trusted resource to a broad portfolio of clients, providing a unique and diverse combination of services.CultureAKS is recognized annually as one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Southwest Washington. With a reputation built on personal responsibility, straight answers, practical solutions, and client and employee service, AKS has become a highly sought-after place to work. We care deeply about building long-term relationships at all levels of our organization and look for opportunities to share meals together every week, go on team-building adventures, make team site visits, and host events that bring our people and clients together.AKS proudly offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, immediately vested 401(k) matching, and additional benefits and special perks, including opportunities for personal and professional development, mentorship, advancement, and training.Visit our website for more information on the work we do and all that AKS offers.
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