Please note that the “Day in the Life” section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of job duties, but rather a representative snapshot of typical responsibilities and work experiences at RES.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a natural or physical science or a closely related field.
10+ years of relevant experience , or 8+ years with an advanced degree , in ecology, environmental science, restoration, or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple staff and teams (true people leadership, not just task coordination).
Firm understanding of the services and project types your team would support (e.g., restoration, mitigation, monitoring, permitting).
Experience assigning staff and balancing workloads across multiple concurrent projects and deadlines .
Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Very strong interpersonal skills – approachable, credible, and able to build trust at all levels.
Demonstrated conflict resolution and collaboration skills, particularly around staffing, priorities, and workload issues.
Strong people leadership and coaching mindset, including mentoring staff, providing constructive feedback, and supporting career growth.