Senior Ecologist​/Project Manager

GEI’s Upstate New York offices in Ithaca and Buffalo are seeking a Senior Ecologist / Project Manager to broaden the existing Ecology Practice. The ideal candidate will have expertise in an ecological discipline beyond wetland delineation and permitting and be able to generate work through their current relationships and client network. These disciplines may include ecological restoration, threatened and endangered species surveys and permitting, aquatic/fisheries biology, coastal resilience, ecotoxicology and eco risk, climate change risk assessment, resilience planning, or other.

• Help grow the Upstate NY Ecology practice by diversifying our skillset and actively developing new business.
• Training and mentorship of junior ecologists.
• Management of clients, projects, and tasks.
• Travel and field work as necessitated by projects.

• BS in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or equivalent. MS is a plus.
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in consulting and business development.
• Expertise in an ecological discipline beyond wetland delineation and permitting.
• Active network of existing clients, contacts, and leads.
• Strong technical writing, report preparation, and communication skills.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s license.

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GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $ – $/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Occasional (0-35% of day)

Frequent (33-66% of day)

Not Applicable

4-6 hours Standing

4-6 hours Walking

2-6 hours Climbing

0-1 hours Lifting (floor to waist level)

0-1 hours Lifting (waist level and above (in pounds))

Carrying objects 4-6 hours

Push/pull 0-1 hours

Twisting 1-2 hours

2-3 hours Reaching forward

2-4 hours Reaching overhead

0-1 hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion

0-1 hours Taste or smell (taste=never)

0-1 hours Talk or hear 6-8 hours

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision x

Far Vision x

Yes

No

Not Applicable x

Depth perception x

Hearing x

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated x

Chemical x

Extreme temperatures x

Radiation x

Uneven surfaces or elevations x

Dust/particular matter x

Other (exposure risks): x

8

10

12

Other work hours

Note that typical ecological staff have highly variable schedules. On average, an ecological staff person may spend around two-thirds of their time in the office and one-third in the field. A typical field day may be 2-8 hours. A typical work week may have 1-2 field days.

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