Wildlife Biologist

About the role

Stantec is seeking a Wildlife Biologist to join our team of environmental professionals. This position would preferably be based in our Kansas City (Overland Park), Kansas office.

Responsibilities

• Wildlife surveys
• Habitat assessments
• Environmental permit applications
• Endangered resource record reviews
• GPS data collection and mapping
• Wetland and stream delineation and assessments
• Prepare and assist with written technical reports, tables, spreadsheets, databases, applications, and maps for client and regulatory agency review
• Organize and direct field teams for a wide variety of clients and project types
• Willingness to travel and conduct field work for extended periods, including overnight travel, is expected for this position. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
• Development of work plans, schedules and budgets for proposals
• Data collection and analysis
• Technical report writing including environmental review documents
• ArcGIS-online mapping and analysis
• Provide quality assurance/quality control of project deliverables

Requirements

• Experience in leading and performing field sampling techniques and using scientific equipment such as hand-held GPS units, data entry devices (tablets, iPads, etc.), soil augers, binoculars, other sampling equipment
• Advanced technical writing skills sufficient to draft professional plans, technical reports, correspondence, permit applications, etc.
• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines
• Ability to effectively communicate project status to project manager and appropriate staff
• The ability to work independently
• Must be an advocate for the Company’s and client’s health and safety programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in natural resources or environmental science (botany, biology, ecology, environmental management, natural resources, wildlife biology) or related discipline; Master’s Degree preferred.
• 5 or more years of experience required; 10 or more years of experience preferred.
• Prior NEPA experience a plus
• Prior consulting work-related experience conducting field surveys, data analysis, technical report and permit application writing preferred

Skills

• Computer literacy, including knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, and word processing, specifically Microsoft Office products
• Experience using GIS software and ESRI ArcMap programs preferred

Benefits

Stantec is committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This position is full-time.

Contact Information

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact [Contact Information].

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stantec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.