Field Botanist

At WestLand Engineering and Environmental Services, a Trinity Consultants team, we are driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared commitment to the work that we do. As part of Trinity Consultants' Water and Ecology division, we tackle complex environmental challenges, blending expertise in environmental consulting, wetlands, cultural resources, GIS, landscape architecture, and engineering. WestLand empowers our teams to develop their unique skills while fostering career growth within a company that is large enough to offer diverse opportunities yet agile enough to value individual contributions. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do—our professionals work together on meaningful and impactful projects, delivering solutions that help clients navigate regulatory complexities and see positive project outcomes.

About the role

The Field Botanist conducts botanical field surveys, monitors environmental compliance, and assists in the preparation of technical reports for projects in the West region.

Responsibilities

• Conduct botanical field surveys and vegetation mapping for project sites.
• Identify and document plant species in the field, including sensitive and protected species.
• Monitor construction sites for compliance with botanical and environmental permit conditions.
• Assess habitats for suitability for protected plant species and prepare habitat evaluation reports.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, permit applications, and environmental documentation.
• Collect, record, and manage botanical data using GPS and other field data collection tools.
• Coordinate with project managers, regulatory agencies, and clients regarding botanical survey requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies during field activities.
• Maintain organized and accurate field notes and project records.
• Assist in public meetings and outreach related to botanical resources as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Botany, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in botanical field surveys preferred.
• Strong knowledge of local flora and plant identification techniques.
• Experience conducting botanical surveys and vegetation mapping.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and GPS data collection tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in remote outdoor environments for extended periods.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of Great Basin and Mojave flora; knowledge of Sierra Nevada flora is a plus.

Pay

$26.00 - $34.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package: 9 paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full-time employees.
• Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities for most roles.
• Multidisciplinary environment with unique, creative, and challenging projects.
• Success-oriented environment: two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish work, tuition reimbursement, and a career-path structure.
• Collaborative work environment with clear and frequent communication.