{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"66710d197a4086c3aaffc640","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/66710d197a4086c3aaffc640","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/66710d197a4086c3aaffc640","title":"Watershed Representative Contractor","description":"*Locations*\n\nOpenings are available in the following office locations:\n\n* Murphy, NC\n* Knoxville, TN\n* Gray, TN\n* Paris, TN\n* Muscle Shoals, AL\n* Guntersville, AL\n\n*Position Summary*\n\nWe are seeking *8 Watershed Representative Contractors* to support permitting and shoreline management activities on client *reservoirs*. This is a training-focused role that provides hands-on experience in environmental permitting, project management, customer service, field inspections, and environmental compliance reviews.\n\nThe selected candidates will be responsible for processing *Section 26a permit applications*, conducting fieldwork, completing environmental reviews, and supporting watershed conservation and shoreline management initiatives.\n\n*Key Responsibilities*\n\n*Permitting & Environmental Review*\n\n* Participate in developmental assignments designed to build knowledge of permitting operations and watershed management practices.\n* Process applications for *Section 26a approvals* on client reservoirs.\n* Conduct field inspections and site visits associated with permit applications.\n* Complete *NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act)* and environmental reviews for proposed projects.\n* Maintain accurate records and documentation related to permitting activities.\n\n*Project Management & Customer Service*\n\n* Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring timely completion of permit reviews.\n* Communicate with property owners, contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams regarding permitting requirements.\n* Provide excellent customer service throughout the permitting process.\n* Support efficient processing of applications while maintaining compliance with environmental regulations.\n\n*Watershed & Shoreline Management*\n\n* Evaluate shoreline management requests for alignment with:\n* Watershed improvement goals\n* Natural resource conservation objectives\n* Environmental protection standards\n* Cultural resource preservation requirements\n* Support shoreline improvement projects and recreational resource management initiatives.\n* Assist with conservation and protection efforts across client-managed lands and reservoirs.\n\n*Career Development*\n\n* Gain increasing responsibility for more complex permitting projects as experience and proficiency develop.\n* Build expertise in environmental regulations, shoreline management, and resource protection programs.\n\n*Required Qualifications*\n\n* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.\n\n*Preferred Education*\n\nDegree in one of the following areas:\n\n* Environmental Science\n* Biology\n* Natural Resource Management\n* Environmental Studies\n* Ecology\n* Forestry\n* Wildlife Management\n* Geology\n* Related environmental or natural resource disciplines\n\n*Preferred Qualifications*\n\n* Knowledge of environmental permitting processes.\n* Familiarity with NEPA or environmental compliance activities.\n* Experience conducting fieldwork, inspections, or environmental assessments.\n* Strong project management and organizational skills.\n* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n* Customer service experience.\n* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.\n* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.\n\n*Ideal Candidate Profile*\n\nThe ideal candidate is an early-career environmental professional or recent graduate who is interested in:\n\n* Environmental permitting\n* Watershed management\n* Natural resource conservation\n* Regulatory compliance\n* Field-based environmental work\n* Public and stakeholder engagement\n\nPay: $23.75 per hour\n\nWork Location: In person","company":"LanceSoft","rawCompany":"lancesoft","city":"Murphy","state":"NC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-16T11:33:54.720Z","occupations":[{"code":"19-2041.00","title":"Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health","slug":"environmental-scientists-and-specialists-including-health"},{"code":"11-9121.02","title":"Water Resource Specialists","slug":"water-resource-specialists"},{"code":"19-4042.00","title":"Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health","slug":"environmental-science-and-protection-technicians-including-health"}],"industries":[{"code":"541620","title":"Environmental Consulting Services","slug":"environmental-consulting-services"},{"code":"924120","title":"Administration of Conservation Programs","slug":"administration-of-conservation-programs"},{"code":"924110","title":"Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs","slug":"administration-of-air-and-water-resource-and-solid-waste-management-programs"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Watershed Representative Contractor","description":"*Locations*\n\nOpenings are available in the following office locations:\n\n* Murphy, NC\n* Knoxville, TN\n* Gray, TN\n* Paris, TN\n* Muscle Shoals, AL\n* Guntersville, AL\n\n*Position Summary*\n\nWe are seeking *8 Watershed Representative Contractors* to support permitting and shoreline management activities on client *reservoirs*. This is a training-focused role that provides hands-on experience in environmental permitting, project management, customer service, field inspections, and environmental compliance reviews.\n\nThe selected candidates will be responsible for processing *Section 26a permit applications*, conducting fieldwork, completing environmental reviews, and supporting watershed conservation and shoreline management initiatives.\n\n*Key Responsibilities*\n\n*Permitting & Environmental Review*\n\n* Participate in developmental assignments designed to build knowledge of permitting operations and watershed management practices.\n* Process applications for *Section 26a approvals* on client reservoirs.\n* Conduct field inspections and site visits associated with permit applications.\n* Complete *NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act)* and environmental reviews for proposed projects.\n* Maintain accurate records and documentation related to permitting activities.\n\n*Project Management & Customer Service*\n\n* Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring timely completion of permit reviews.\n* Communicate with property owners, contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams regarding permitting requirements.\n* Provide excellent customer service throughout the permitting process.\n* Support efficient processing of applications while maintaining compliance with environmental regulations.\n\n*Watershed & Shoreline Management*\n\n* Evaluate shoreline management requests for alignment with:\n* Watershed improvement goals\n* Natural resource conservation objectives\n* Environmental protection standards\n* Cultural resource preservation requirements\n* Support shoreline improvement projects and recreational resource management initiatives.\n* Assist with conservation and protection efforts across client-managed lands and reservoirs.\n\n*Career Development*\n\n* Gain increasing responsibility for more complex permitting projects as experience and proficiency develop.\n* Build expertise in environmental regulations, shoreline management, and resource protection programs.\n\n*Required Qualifications*\n\n* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.\n\n*Preferred Education*\n\nDegree in one of the following areas:\n\n* Environmental Science\n* Biology\n* Natural Resource Management\n* Environmental Studies\n* Ecology\n* Forestry\n* Wildlife Management\n* Geology\n* Related environmental or natural resource disciplines\n\n*Preferred Qualifications*\n\n* Knowledge of environmental permitting processes.\n* Familiarity with NEPA or environmental compliance activities.\n* Experience conducting fieldwork, inspections, or environmental assessments.\n* Strong project management and organizational skills.\n* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n* Customer service experience.\n* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.\n* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.\n\n*Ideal Candidate Profile*\n\nThe ideal candidate is an early-career environmental professional or recent graduate who is interested in:\n\n* Environmental permitting\n* Watershed management\n* Natural resource conservation\n* Regulatory compliance\n* Field-based environmental work\n* Public and stakeholder engagement\n\nPay: $23.75 per hour\n\nWork Location: In person","datePosted":"2026-09-16T11:33:54.720Z","dateModified":"2026-09-16T11:33:54.720Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"LanceSoft","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Murphy","addressRegion":"NC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"66710d197a4086c3aaffc640"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/66710d197a4086c3aaffc640"}}