Botanist jobs in Lexington, KY

Botanist studies all aspects of plant life. Applies a wide range of concepts, practices, and procedures within a specific field of specialization. Being a Botanist may require a bachelor's degree in biological sciences. Works under minimum supervision. Additionally, Botanist assignments are broad and complex in nature. Typically reports to a manager or head of the unit. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Botanist
  • Copperhead Environmental Consulting Inc.
  • Paint Lick, KY FULL_TIME
  • Description:

    Amount of Travel: Estimated between 80% - 100% during peak seasons

    About the Opportunity

    Copperhead Environmental Consulting is expanding our team and actively seeking a Botanist to join our family of professional consultants. We are seeking a candidate who is looking to develop a long-term career in the environmental consulting industry and is open to diversification across the company.

    Responsibilities

    • Proposal and study plan preparation
    • Surveys of rare and sensitive plants and/or plant communities
    • Develop, evaluate, and monitor threatened, endangered, and sensitive plant species and plant community and vegetation management programs
    • Develop and/or modify established procedures for recording plant survey information in order to meet environmental assessment requirements
    • General plant community description
    • Voucher specimen collection and preparation
    • Wetland delineations
    • Prepare technical reports summarizing field findings
    • Provide business development efforts to expand client base
    • Learn other aspects of environmental consulting
    • Be a mentor to other staff & be mentored on the job
    • Improve and increase specific skill sets

    Equal Opportunity Employment

    Copperhead Environmental Consulting is an equal employment opportunity employer and seeks diversity in its workforce. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, or other statuses protected by law.

    Candidates must be able to pass a background check and drug test, as applicable for the role.

    COVID-19 Vaccination

    Employees will be expected to comply with Copperhead's COVID-19 vaccination requirement unless reasonable accommodations are needed under applicable law.

    Requirements:

    Required Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Botany, Plant Ecology, Natural Resources, or a closely related field; Master’s degree is preferred
    • Candidates who have advanced knowledge of plant taxonomy in the southeastern US and who focused their master’s thesis on floral inventories will receive top consideration
    • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience conducting vegetation surveys
    • Minimum of 24 credit hours in botany
    • Ability to identify flora of the Appalachians, New England, or Mid-Atlantic region
    • Strong technical writing, organization, and time management skills
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
    • Ability to travel on short notice, at night, and/or on weekends, and potentially for extended periods of time
    • Excellent attention to detail
    • Excellent customer service skills
    • Must be able to thrive in a self-directed manner
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Ability to promote Copperhead’s services internally and externally
    • Ability to take initiative, resolve problems and ensure tasks are completed in the most effective and safe manner possible
    • Ability to work as a member of a team as well as independently to make decisions and complete tasks in the most effective and safe manner possible
    • Willing to work long hours and extended periods away from home
    • Experience working in challenging weather conditions
    • Ability to carry heavy equipment long distances in rugged terrain
    • Federal/State wetland permitting experience is preferred
    • Must hold a valid driver’s license
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Design Manager, Senior
  • Gray AE, PSC
  • Lexington, KY
  • Overview: Gray AE is looking for an Architecture Sr. Design Manager to join our team in Lexington, KY. Responsibilities:...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Design Quality Control- Remote
  • Precision Valley Communications VT
  • Lexington, KY
  • Overview: Company: Precision Valley Communications is a leading provider of engineering, mapping and design services for...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Site Manager, MEP
  • Gray Construction
  • Lexington, KY
  • Overview: MEP Site Manger studies the mechanical, electrical, piping, plumbing and fire protection specifications to pla...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pizza Cook
  • Goodfellas Pizzeria
  • Lexington, KY
  • Line level employees are what makes Goodfellas thrive. Responsible, hard-working, great attitude, and willingness to lea...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dishwasher
  • Zim's Cafe
  • Lexington, KY
  • Main Responsibilities for a Dishwasher: Consistently ensure the availability of clean dishes by washing flatware, dishes...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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TeleSales Specialist -Remote
  • InsuraTec Services Group
  • Lexington, KY
  • TeleSales Specialist - Remote Location: Remote (Virtual, Work From Home) Job Description: InsuraTec Services Group is se...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Dental Hygienist
  • GoTu
  • Lexington, KY
  • Pay Range: $45-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Hygienist - choose your own schedule
  • GoTu
  • Lexington, KY
  • Pay Range: $40-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Lexington, consolidated with Fayette County and often denoted as Lexington-Fayette, is the second-largest city in Kentucky and the 60th-largest city in the United States. By land area, Lexington is the 28th largest city in the United States. Known as the "Horse Capital of the World," it is the heart of the state's Bluegrass region. It has a nonpartisan mayor-council form of government, with 12 council districts and three members elected at large, with the highest vote-getter designated vice mayor. In the 2017 U.S. Census Estimate, the city's population was 321,959, anchoring a metropolitan are...
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Income Estimation for Botanist jobs
$57,679 to $86,594
Lexington, Kentucky area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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