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DLZ Michigan, Inc. is seeking candidates for an Environmental Scientist-Biologist position in our Lansing, Michigan office. Job Duties and Responsibilities: * Ecological and aquatic investigations including surface water quality monitoring, benthic invertebrate and fish surveys, wetland delineations and wetland mitigation monitoring, and stream habitat studies * Perform vegetation and tree surveys, protected species habitat evaluations, field sampling, and natural resource assessments * Desktop data collection for threatened and endangered species review, wetland assessments, and general site background information * Prepare state and federal permit applications * Perform work with general guidance and supervision or provide support to more experienced personnel. * Responsible for some projects of minor to moderate complexity. * Data analysis and report writing * Prepare NEPA compliance documents * Perform other various field and office duties as assigned Qualifications & Skills: * Bachelor’s Degree in environmental sciences, fisheries & wildlife, zoology, or other relevant major * 4-8 years of relevant experience * Ability to identify fish, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals * Ability to identify a wide variety of plants and trees * Willingness & ability to quickly learn new tasks and procedures/critical thinking * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work and thrive in a team environment * Strong organizational and problem-solving skills * Ability to self-motivate and work productively with limited supervision * Working knowledge of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, Survey 123, and ArcGIS * Perform work with general guidance and supervision or provide support to more experienced personnel. * Responsible for some projects of minor to moderate complexity. * Must be able to travel approximately 25% of the time for field work with overnight stays occasionally required. * Must have a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to pass a background investigation and drug testing. DLZ Corporation is an award-winning architecture and engineering firm serving public and private entities across the nation. As a multidisciplinary firm, DLZ provides engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition and materials testing. In 2016, DLZ was named Design Firm of the Year by Engineering News-Record (ENR) Midwest. In addition, DLZ is consistently ranked as one of ENR's Top 150 U.S. Design Firms. Our growth is a testament to the quality of our work and the satisfaction of our clients. Our mission is to build on our reputation for excellence by becoming the preferred architectural, engineering, and environmental firm. We focus on meeting and exceeding our clients’ expectations and are known for our competence, integrity, and contributions to the people and communities we service and in which we live. DLZ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. DLZ fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. Questions can be directed to Natalie Dingledine at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or Scott Park, CPG at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. To apply visit: