Scientist I - Ecologist at Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">At RES, we’re looking for purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about restoration and sustainability, and who want their work to make a lasting environmental impact. Our team members go above and beyond, bringing initiative, integrity, and a strong work ethic to every project. Collaboration is key—we thrive on teamwork, open communication, and diverse perspectives. In a field that constantly changes, we value those who are resilient, adaptable, and resourceful in the face of challenges. If you're intellectually curious, eager to learn, and ready to help restore ecosystems and protect natural resources, you’ll find your place here.</span></p></div><h4 class="" data-start="415" data-end="474"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="420" data-end="474">RES is looking for a Scientist I to join our team.</strong></span></h4> <p class="" data-start="476" data-end="942"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">As a Scientist I at RES, you’ll support field data collection, environmental monitoring, and ecological assessments that form the foundation of our restoration and mitigation projects. Working under the direction of experienced scientists and project managers, you’ll contribute to meaningful work in the field—collecting and processing data, supporting reporting efforts, and gaining exposure to environmental regulations, ecosystems, and scientific best practices.</span></p> <p class="" data-start="944" data-end="1177"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">This is an entry-level opportunity ideal for a recent graduate or someone early in their career who is passionate about environmental science, ecology, or natural resources and wants to build a strong foundation for long-term growth.<strong>&nbsp;</strong>See what projects our scientists work on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylm2ybuwOOg">here</a>.</span></p> <h3 class="" data-start="1640" data-end="1675"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="1647" data-end="1675">Why You’ll Love This Job</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li class="" style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1219" data-end="1427"> <p class="" data-start="1221" data-end="1427"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="1221" data-end="1272">You’ll be in the field, not just behind a desk.</strong> Whether you’re taking soil samples, surveying stream banks, or recording vegetation data, you’ll see firsthand the ecosystems you’re helping to restore.</span></p> </li> <li class="" style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1428" data-end="1607"> <p class="" data-start="1430" data-end="1607"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="1430" data-end="1476">You’ll build real-world scientific skills.</strong> From GPS data collection to interpreting maps and recording results, you'll apply and expand your environmental knowledge daily.</span></p> </li> <li class="" style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1608" data-end="1778"> <p class="" data-start="1610" data-end="1778"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="1610" data-end="1642">You’ll grow with mentorship.</strong> You’ll work side-by-side with senior scientists, field leads, and project managers who are invested in helping you learn and succeed.</span></p> </li> <li class="" style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1779" data-end="1945"> <p class="" data-start="1781" data-end="1945"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="1781" data-end="1815">Your work will have an impact.</strong> The data you collect will guide decisions that shape the future of restored wetlands, streams, and habitats across your region.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <hr> <p style="line-height: 1.5;" data-start="650" data-end="789"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="650" data-end="671">A Day in the Life</strong></span></p> <p class="" data-start="1573" data-end="1916">&nbsp;</p> <p class="" data-start="1980" data-end="2444"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Your day might start at a project site—walking transects through a wetland, recording plant species, and using GPS to mark key locations. You’ll work as part of a small field team, following sampling protocols, maintaining equipment, and ensuring every data point is accurate and well-documented. Later, you might return to the office to enter your data into Excel or another database, help process site photos and maps, or contribute notes for a technical report.</span></p> <p class="" data-start="2446" data-end="2779"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">You’ll learn how environmental regulations influence what we do, and begin to understand how habitat, water quality, and landscape features intersect in project planning. Over time, you’ll become more familiar with regional flora and fauna, permitting frameworks, and the real-world application of scientific principles in the field.</span></p> <p class="" data-start="1573" data-end="1916"></p> <div class="qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot"> <div class="" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:3ef99055-b81d-4f2c-8f06-02f4ab05d6f1-22" data-is-intersecting="true"> <section class="text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])>*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" data-turn-id="request-WEB:3ef99055-b81d-4f2c-8f06-02f4ab05d6f1-22" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:3ef99055-b81d-4f2c-8f06-02f4ab05d6f1-22" data-testid="conversation-turn-18" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> <div class="text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)"> <div class="[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn" data-conversation-screenshot-content=""> <div class="flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="222a2ae8-c438-456a-8fc3-bd8f4438aa66" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-5-thinking" data-turn-start-message="true"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden"> <div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling"> <p data-start="0" data-end="105" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Fieldwork may account for up to 50% of your time, with most field assignments requiring overnight travel (travel is covered by the company).</span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="mt-3 w-full empty:hidden">&nbsp;</div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> <hr> <h4><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>We would like to talk to you if you have many of the following:</strong></span></h4> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2825" data-end="2935"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, geology, natural resources, or a related field</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2938" data-end="3034"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">0–2 years of field experience (can include internships, academic fieldwork, or volunteer work)</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="3037" data-end="3119"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Basic knowledge of scientific methods, data collection using GPS and/ or GIS tools, and safe field practices</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="3122" data-end="3202"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with ecological concepts such as native species, soil profiles, or hydrology</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="3122" data-end="3202"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and terrain</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>You will thrive in this position if you: </strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Possess strong written communication skills for data documentation and reporting</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="3779" data-end="3849"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Have attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality data collection</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="3852" data-end="3911"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Have strong work ethic and reliability in team-based fieldwork</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What would make you stand out?</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="3435" data-end="3488"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Exposure to wetland, stream, or habitat assessments</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="3491" data-end="3571"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience with field sampling equipment, inventories, or monitoring protocols</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;" data-start="3574" data-end="3642"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Understanding of regional environmental regulations and permitting</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Please note that the “Day in the Life” section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of job duties, but rather a representative snapshot of typical responsibilities and work experiences at RES.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">RES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>