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Position Summary We are seeking a motivated Entry‑Level Environmental Scientist/Biologist/Ecologist to assist in growing Tetra Tech’s Texas environmental business. Candidates must be highly motivated, work well in a professional, team‑oriented environment, manage a heavy workload, travel as needed, possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and have proficiency with MS Office applications. Essential Job Functions Wetland delineation. Site investigations. Field surveys, water quality assessments, species‑specific and general protected species surveys, mitigation monitoring. Travel and work hours other than Monday–Friday as needed for project work. Report writing, permit applications, plant community mapping, database management. Research and interpret federal, state, and local regulations on a project‑specific basis to assist with project permitting, reporting, and feasibility studies. Demonstrate critical thinking, flexible problem‑solving, excellent interpersonal communication (oral and written), planning, and organizational skills with attention to detail. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications BS degree or equivalent in any of the multi‑disciplined sciences including biology, forestry, wildlife, natural resource management, environmental planning, or similar science degrees. Demonstrated ability in field data collection and analysis, and technical writing. Experience in environmental consulting or related experience preferred. Proficiency with MS Word and Excel required; ArcGIS experience is a plus. Ability to walk over uneven and vegetated terrain, carrying field equipment and coolers (up to 50 pounds), and occasional sampling activities such as hand augering. Willingness to travel and work outside of Monday–Friday as needed for project work. Pre‑employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required. Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions. Benefits Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits. Merit‑based financial rewards. Flexibility and company‑wide commitment to work/life balance. Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees. Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Tetra Tech is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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