Wildlife Biologist II

About the role

Copperhead Environmental Consulting is expanding our team and actively seeking a Wildlife Biologist II to join our family of professional consultants. We are seeking a candidate who is looking to develop a long-term career in the environmental consulting industry and is open to diversification across the company. This is a full-time, exempt, salaried position, dedicated to a specific long-term project with opportunity to work on additional projects during interim periods and thereafter. This position may either be based in Copperhead's headquarters location in Paint Lick, Kentucky or as a hybrid role in Asheville, NC.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical writing, including but not limited to, biological assessments, biological evaluations, NEPA documentation, and survey reports
• Evaluate proposed projects through the lens of ESA and NEPA compliance, identify design features, and evaluate impacts on species and their habitat
• Successfully complete various surveys, including but not limited to, bats, birds, insects, fish, mussels, plants, wetlands, etc., and analyze survey data
• Aid with proposal development and project scoping
• Participate in client coordination calls and in-person meetings
• Collect data and perform data analysis
• Successfully complete various surveys, including but not limited to, bats, birds, insects, fish, mussels, plants, wetlands, etc.
• Travel as needed for team and client meetings, field work and other project requirements
• Maintain and care of field data and specimens
• Equipment and vehicle maintenance, prep, and decontamination

Requirements

• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in biology or closely related field of study
• At least 4 – 6 years of progressive experience in biological surveys and resource management
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others
• Experience performing as part of an interdisciplinary team of planners and resource experts
• Strong technical writing skills
• The ability to promote Copperhead’s services internally and externally
• The ideal candidate will also possess strong wildlife and plant identification skills and may hold applicable USFWS and/or state permits for completing surveys
• Candidates with experience conducting avian surveys will also be given top consideration
• Experience with wildlife species and habitats of the Southern Appalachians is a plus
• The ability to take initiative, resolve problems and ensure tasks are completed in the most effective and safe manner possible
• The ability to work as a member of a team as well as independently to make decisions and complete tasks in the most effective and safe manner possible
• Must hold a valid driver’s license
• OSHA 10 or 30, First Aid/CPR/AED and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications a plus. If not already received, Copperhead will provide these certification opportunities upon employment.