As-Needed Coastal Scientist

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• California Practice / Department : Habitat Restoration Internal Title : As-Needed Coastal Scientist Work Environment : Hybrid Compensation : $30-$40 hourly
• Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.
• Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States.
• Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations , and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.
• Our employees are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.
• Learn more about our award-winning culture , the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.
• Who You Are As an employee  you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently.
• Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented , with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation .
• How You’ll Make an Impact We are currently seeking a self-motivated individual with proven experience in coastal science to join our Habitat Restoration Team.
• This position will have professional growth and career advancement opportunities as well as expanded responsibilities consistent with the recipient’s skills and motivations.
• This is a variable-hour role.
• Duties and Responsibilities Support the planning and design of a wide range of coastal projects, including ecosystem restoration, coastal flood and erosion management, and sea level rise adaptation planning.
• Provide quality work products ensuring high standards in design and documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—geotechnical, structural, hydraulic engineers, landscape architects, biologists, and more—to advance integrated, nature-based solutions from concept through construction.
• Thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment managing multiple priorities and deadlines independently or as part of a team.
• Prepare written technical reports including site assessments and monitoring reports for coastal projects.
• Perform observations of project implementation / construction and prepare punch list field reports for projects.
• Minimum Qualifications B.A. or B.S. in Environmental Science, Earth System Science, Biology, Coastal Engineering, or other applicable environmental field with strong coastal background. 2+ years of professional experience in coastal science and habitat restoration Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to draft and edit technical documents.
• Able to conduct strenuous field work in hot weather (over 100 F) and in steep terrain conditions.
• Work may involve assignments in remote locations with overnight stays and working individually.
• License to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment Preferred Qualifications Ability to support the development of new projects and / or lead business development efforts in collaboration with the Habitat Restoration Practice Director.
• Experience with Resource Agency coordination related to coastal projects.
• Fluency in coastal physical and ecological processes.
• Experience and knowledge of the environmental policies and regulations which may require coastal nature-based work to be performed, and that may constrain various approaches to project design and implementation.

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