Field Biologist

Brief Description

Field biologists provide field biology support on a project-by-project basis for terrestrial ecology. This position requires a background in biological resources and experience with wildlife and botanical resources. The job involves primarily field duties such as wildlife, botanical, and habitat surveys, compliance monitoring, and some field coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Support to Project Managers
• Wildlife, botanical, and or habitat surveys
• Biological compliance monitoring during construction
• Use GPS technology to navigate and record data in the field
• Data collection in the form of handheld digital data collection and/or paper datasheets
• Understanding and interpreting resource agency permit requirements
• Providing environmental training to construction crews
• Preparing daily compliance reporting
• Web-based reporting
• Biological Resource Studies and Compliance Monitoring
• Coordination with project team members with or as field lead where applicable
• Project-specific data management processes
• Maintain up to date knowledge of natural resource management protocols and best practices in the field
• Support to Project Managers
• Maintain up to date knowledge of regulations, requirements, and best practices in the field
• Task execution for internal team members on projects
• Aid with troubleshooting project issues with field Lead or resource specialist

Qualifications and Education

• Minimally bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university in Biology, Botany, Ecology, or Environmental Science; and 3–10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Background in biological resources and experience with wildlife and botanical resources
• Working knowledge of FESA, CESA, CEQA, and NEPA; relevant experience with project types including development, water and other utilities, renewable energy, transportation, and defense
• Experience with ArcGIS and GPS technologies, including digital data collection methods (iForms, Collector, ArcGIS Field Maps), for large-scale biological resource inventories
• Knowledge of ArcGIS, MS Excel, and MS Word
• Ability to work long days in rugged terrain and potentially inclement weather; ability to hike on foot in rough outdoor terrain
• Identify common plant and wildlife species; excellent communication and writing skills; detail-oriented, self-motivated, independent, and strong work ethic

About the Role

This position is 100% field based in Nevada. Compensation is $27-45/hour (negotiable based on experience).

Benefits

Competitive Compensation: Generous salary range with bonuses and 401(k) contributions.
Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, training, and advancement.
Inclusive Culture: Join a company that values collaboration and client service.
Opportunities to provide clients with services from all of Spheros Environmental practice areas.

Spheros Environmental

Equal-opportunity employer.