Whitney B. Johnson

Environmental Scientist
Hydrex Environmental
Nacogdoches, Texas
Email: [email protected]

Education
B.S. Environmental Science
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, Texas

Certification

• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Certified Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Remote Pilot, No. 4064814
• SafeLand USA

Continuing Education

• Advanced Coastal Wetland Delineation Course
• Wetlands Plant Identification Course with Dr. Charles Allen
• Texas Freshwater Mussel Identification Workshop with TPWD
• Hydrex Mussel Survey Methodology and Identification Training

Key Experience
Environmental Compliance, Permitting, and Regulations:

• Preparation and management of federal, state, and local permitting for commercial, industrial, and public development projects
• National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance
• S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) permitting actions
• Endangered Species Act (ESA) compliance
• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) permitting
• Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
• Storm Water Pollution Prevention Planning (SWP3)
• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) compliance
• Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) compliance

Waters of the U.S.:

• Performing and reporting delineations of WOTUS and functional assessments of those waters
• Making jurisdictional determinations concerning WOTUS
• Preparation and management of permitting and mitigation for compliance with the USACE

Ecological:

• Conducting habitat assessments and assessing potential impacts of proposed actions on wildlife, including rare, threatened, and endangered species
• Adherence to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act
• Coordination and advancement of projects with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)

Geographic Information System (GIS) Mapping:

• Collection and analysis of GPS/GNSS data and remote sensing using GIS
• Incorporating ArcPro into project planning, analysis, and implementation

Professional Summary  

Whitney B. Johnson is an Environmental Scientist who specializes in wetland delineation, ecological assessments, and environmental compliance. She is adept in in permitting and mitigation efforts, working closely with regulatory agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). At Hydrex Environmental, Ms. Johnson plays a critical role in assessing and managing projects related to the delineation and functional assessment of Waters of the United States (WOTUS).

Highly skilled in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Ms. Johnson has managed NEPA compliance and reporting for projects across multiple industries, ensuring adherence to federal environmental regulations while balancing project goals and timelines. She joined Hydrex Environmental in 2017, and her experience includes conducting environmental impact assessments, coordinating with regulatory agencies, and preparing the required documentation to support project approvals.

With a strong background in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping and remote sensing, Ms. Johnson integrates advanced geospatial technologies into environmental analysis, planning, and project implementation. Skilled in using ArcPro for high-precision mapping, spatial analysis, and data visualization, Ms. Johnson provides accurate environmental assessments for data-driven decision-making.  Her proficiency in GPS/GNSS data collection and remote sensing enhances the efficiency and accuracy of wetland delineations, habitat assessments, and environmental compliance monitoring.

Qualifications, including certification as an FAA Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Remote Pilot, earned Ms. Johnson a role serving in the Hydrex Drone Division. She also completed specialized training in advanced coastal wetland delineation, wetland plant identification, freshwater mussel surveys, and ecological impact assessments. Ms. Johnson holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science with a minor in Forestry from Stephen F. Austin State University and is currently pursuing certification as a Professional Wetland Scientist from the Society of Wetland Scientists.

With a commitment to environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance, Ms. Johnson continues to contribute her extensive expertise to commercial, industrial, and public development projects, ensuring sustainable and responsible environmental management.