Ecological Quality Assurance Specialist

4 days ago

Paw Paw, Illinois, United States The Pizzo Group Full time
Job Title: Ecological Quality Assurance Specialist

We are seeking an experienced and visionary QA/QC Manager with expertise in controlled burns and ecosystem restoration to lead our quality assurance and control initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement robust QA/QC protocols and procedures tailored to controlled burns and ecosystem restoration projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives, environmental permits, and regulatory standards.
  • Lead pre-burn assessments, burn planning, and post-burn evaluations to optimize burn effectiveness, minimize ecological impacts, and enhance habitat diversity.
  • Analyze data, prepare detailed QA/QC reports, and present findings to senior management and project teams, providing actionable insights and recommendations for project optimization and environmental stewardship.
  • Collaborate closely with fire management teams, project managers, field crews, and regulatory agencies to address QA/QC challenges promptly, implement corrective actions, and ensure adherence to safety protocols and environmental compliance.
  • Stay abreast of emerging research, technological advancements, and best practices in fire ecology, controlled burns, and ecosystem restoration to integrate innovative approaches into QA/QC strategies.
Requirements:
  • College degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Ecology, Fire Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or related field, with specialized knowledge in controlled burns and ecosystem restoration.
  • Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in QA/QC management roles within the habitat restoration or environmental conservation sector, with a proven track record of successfully managing projects and ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Expertise in fire behavior modeling, prescribed burn planning, smoke management, and ecological monitoring techniques.
  • Comprehensive understanding of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and safety protocols governing controlled burns and habitat restoration activities.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret ecological data, assess project impacts, and implement effective QA/QC strategies to achieve restoration objectives.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
Work Environment:

The normal work schedule for all employees is 8 to 10 hours a day, Monday through Friday and occasionally Saturday and/or Sunday. Supervisors will advise employees of the times their schedules will normally begin and end. Staffing needs, weather conditions, and operational demands often necessitate variations in starting and ending times and variations in the total hours scheduled each day and week.

Safety is always Pizzo's number one goal. As an employee, you have a legal right to a safe and healthy workplace. At Pizzo, you may be asked to read the workplace safety and health posters and comply with all applicable OSHA and Illinois safety standards.

Travel: Moderate – Heavy, most travel will be local and will be based upon project locations in the Midwest, may require occasional extended overnight stays in remote locations. A company vehicle with gas card and toll package is provided. Take home privileges will be available if driver requirements are met.

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