Natural Resource Scientist

Are you looking to build your career in environmental fieldwork and permitting with a company that values collaboration, professional growth, and work‑life balance? Join Haley Ward
, a 100% employee‑owned multidisciplinary firm named one of the Best Places to Work in Maine™ and one of the Best Firms to Work For™ in the country! AND, as an added benefit, we will offer you a $2,500 signing bonus.

At Haley Ward, our 300+ employee‑owners provide environmental, engineering, and architectural services across the Northeast. We believe in teamwork, mentoring, and professional development, and we take pride in delivering high‑quality, practical solutions for our clients.

• $2,500 Signing Bonus
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – you’ll be an owner!
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match and Roth option
• Paid time off and 11 holidays
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) options
• Culture that values mentorship, flexibility, and volunteerism

We are seeking a motivated Natural Resources Scientist to join our Environmental Team
. This position will support senior permitting specialists and project managers with field investigations, data collection, and environmental documentation for permitting and compliance projects.

• Conduct wetland delineations, vernal pool surveys, and wildlife and habitat assessments.
• Assist with soil evaluations, vegetation inventories, and hydrology observations.
• Collect and organize field data using GPS and mobile data collection tools.
• Prepare field forms, maps, and technical figures to support environmental reports and permit applications.
• Support preparation of Maine Department of Environmental Protection (MDEP), Maine Land Use Planning Commission (LUPC), Natural Resources Protection Act (NRPA), and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) permit applications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on environmental and infrastructure projects.
• Maintain accurate field records and contribute to project documentation.

Note:

Approximately 50% of work is conducted in the field, varying with project requirements, with the balance of time in an office setting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resources, Biology, or related field.
• 5+ years of field experience in wetlands, wildlife, or environmental science.
• Familiarity with state and federal environmental permitting preferred.
• Strong field identification skills for vegetation, soils, and hydrology indicators.
• Proficiency with GPS data collection and Microsoft Office; GIS or AutoCAD skills a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently outdoors and as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Location: Saco, ME — reliable commute or relocation required

Haley Ward is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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