Contract Wetland Biologist

Contract Wetland Biologist Tennessee Valley Authority Knoxville or Chattanooga, Tennessee Job Type Permanent Salary Competitive (commensurate with education and experience) Deadline May 22, 2026 Min. Experience 0 - 1 year The Tennessee Valley Authority Biological Compliance group is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Contract Wetland Biologist. This position will assist TVA staff with environmental reviews. Jobs duties include wetland delineation, mapping, condition assessment, impact analysis, and technical writing for TVA projects/actions. Occasional to regular overnight travel within the Tennessee Valley Authority Power Service Area (7-States) would be required. Related responsibilities include organized and efficient completion of projects with high attention to detail, communication and collaboration with fellow wetland biologists, other subject matter experts, project managers, and collaborating agencies. Field work will often be performed in groups (2-4 specialists), but occasionally solo travel will be required. As a contractor, compensation packages include hourly pay rates and healthcare packages available through the contract company, Johnson Service Group. Hours are flexible while maintaining scheduled project completion deadlines and necessary field travel. There is no relocation allowance provided for this position.

Work Week:

Monday - Friday, approximately 40 hours with the potential for overtime

Location:

Knoxville, TN or Chattanooga, TN with the ability to work from the respective downtown office complex

Work Setting:

The Biological Compliance Contract Wetland Biologists have hybrid schedules that include field work and virtual work environments, with the occasional requirements to report to a corporate TVA office in Knoxville, Chattanooga, or Muscle Shoals. Note that the incumbent may be required to work in-office if TVA's hybrid policy changes.

Compensation:

Competitive (commensurate with education and experience)

Term:

Up to two years following a 6-month performance-based contract review. Terms may be renewed based on TVA workload need.

Travel:

2-3 days a week, 2-3 weeks per month. TVA fleet vehicles and gas cards are provided for field work use. Lodging and per diem reimbursed by TVA when appropriate in compliance with federal travel guidelines and policies.

General Skills:

Proficient with GIS (ArcGIS Pro), data entry/manipulation GPS data collection Ability to hike up 6 miles while carrying field equipment Ability to safely operate a vehicle, particularly in off-road conditions Record keeping, detailed note taking, and record management Technical writing with a scientific focus Minimum Education/Experience Not an entry-level position; must have relevant wetland experience as described herein Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific or engineering field AND at least 1 year of experience in wetland delineation and compliance OR Master's degree in relevant scientific or engineering field Continued education and/or specialized wetlands training is preferred Firm plant identification skills for common wetland vegetation is required Knowledge of National Wetland Indicator statuses, hydric soil characteristics, and wetland hydrology indicators Familiarity with Clean Water Act compliance and National Environmental Policy Act process Experience with stream delineation and TDEC's Hydrologic Determination Training program is a plus, but not required •Important Note•: This position

REQUIRES

fieldwork, entailing all the associated joys of challenging field conditions including heat, cold, weather, insects, wildlife, poison ivy, thorns, and physical exertion - offset by the camaraderie of working with a great group of people. How To Apply How to

Apply:

Please email Crystal Bishop (clbishop0@tva.gov) to apply via submission of your resume and cover letter with the subject title: "Contract Wetland Biologist Position"