Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Environmental Scientist – Natural Resources
Company : Spangler Environmental, LLC
Location : Charlotte, NC
Job Type : Full-Time
Salary Range : $50,000–$70,000 (based on experience and certifications)
About Us
Spangler Environmental, LLC is a well-established environmental consulting firm serving land developers, engineers, architects, attorneys, and government agencies throughout the Southeast. We provide science-based solutions for environmental permitting, natural resource assessments, and regulatory compliance. We are currently seeking a motivated Environmental Scientist to join our Natural Resources team in Charlotte, NC.
Position Summary
This role offers a mix of fieldwork, technical reporting, and permitting coordination. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives outdoors, is detail-oriented, and values working on diverse environmental projects across the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform delineations of wetlands and waters pursuant to US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), state, and local protocols
- Conduct threatened and endangered species surveys and habitat assessments
- Draft technical reports, regulatory memos, and jurisdictional determination packages
- Prepare and submit PCNs and state / local permit applications, including exhibit preparation using ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and other mapping / design / graphics software
- Collect and process GPS field data for integration into regulatory documents
- Coordinate with agencies and project teams to support permitting and compliance
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, or related fieldAt least 2 years of experience performing USACE wetland delineations and jurisdictional determinationsFamiliarity with Clean Water Act (Sections 401 / 404), Endangered Species Act, and NEPAProficiency in ArcGIS and Microsoft OfficeStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work outdoors in various weather conditions and travel overnight as neededValid driver’s license and clean driving recordPreferred Qualifications
Stream origin certification from NCDWR or TDECNCWAM or NCSAM trainingExperience with AutoCAD or other mapping / design platformsFamiliarity with field data collection toolsWhy Join Spangler Environmental?
Competitive salary ($50K–$70K depending on experience)Health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k)Fieldwork travel expense reimbursementOpportunities for training, certification, and advancementSupportive, team-based work environment focused on meaningful environmental impactHow to Apply
Apply directly through this ADP posting. Selected applicants will be contacted for interviews. We look forward to hearing from you.