Top 2 Wildlife biologist Jobs in Ames, Ia

Biological Field Technician
WEST Inc —Boone County, IA
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
5d

Check out these similar jobs

Based on your search for wildlife biologist jobs.

Biological Field Technician
WEST Inc —Boone County, IA
A valid driver’s license will be required. Conduct field work while adhering to WEST standards and client field safety requirements.
$19 - $21 an hour
5d
Biological Scientist
US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service —Ames, IA
This position requires specific coursework or a degree in a specific field to be basically qualified. FOR THE GS-11 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of…
$75,284 - $97,875 a year
6d

Show more similar jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Individual Placement - Biology and Conservation AmeriCorps National Direct
Student Conservation Association, Inc —Columbus, OH
Possession of a driver's license. This position will provide opportunities to learn field techniques, engage the public in environmental education, and…
$600 a week
11d
Environmental Group Manager
Terracon —Gahanna, OH
Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history. Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field and a minimum of 10 years related…

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for wildlife biologist in ames, ia

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

wildlife biologist jobs near ames, ia

Maternity Patient Care Technician jobs in Dayton, OH

Nail Technician jobs in Kissimmee, FL

Biological Technician jobs in Boulder, CO

Biological Technician jobs in Nashville, TN

Biological Technician jobs in Durham, NC

Biological Technician jobs in Indiana

Psychiatric Technician jobs in Provo, UT

Auto Body Technician jobs in Houston, TX

Biological Field Technician

WEST Inc -
Boone County, IA

Apply Now

Job Details

Temporary | Full-time
$19 - $21 an hour
5 days ago

Qualifications

Company vehicle operation
Data quality management
Driver's License
Records management
Quality control
Field data collection

Full Job Description

Job Title

Biological Field Technician

Salary

19.00 - 21.00

Job Classification

Hourly

Location

Boone County, IA US
Green County, IA US (Primary)

Job Type

Temporary

# of Hires Needed

Application Deadline

Job Description

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic environmental and statistical consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada, is looking for 1 temporary, full-time Biological Field Technician to help investigate the impact of wind turbines on bats and birds at an operational wind facility located near Boone, Iowa, starting end of July 2026 through October 18, 2026.

WEST has a permanent core of professionals with broad experience in basic and applied ecological studies and the sophisticated analysis of natural resource data. Since its founding in 1990, the WEST team has shaped the foundation of what we do, and what we believe in through our core values and key principles. Our work matters to our clients, communities, and the environment. Join WEST and discover a company of passionate, committed, and highly motivated individuals.

Key Details:

Compensation: $19– $21/ hour, DOE
Completion Bonus: up to $500 will be provided upon completion of the Project while in good standing.
Housing: Local candidates will be given preference, but housing may be provided or rent reimbursement for qualifying applicants.
Start Date: July 20th, 2026, admin start date, July 30th field start date
End Date: October 18, 2026
Location: Green and Boone Counties

Job Summary:

Biological field technicians will conduct standardized searches beneath wind turbines to locate and document bird and bat fatalities. An average work week will include 30-40 hours for full-time temporary employees, though there may be weeks requiring shorter or longer hours.

Successful candidates must be able to follow field and data collection protocols
Work well both independently and as part of a larger team
Communicate effectively with all team members including Field Supervisors and Field Coordinators
Ability to live and work in a rural setting
Knowledge of Midwest bird and bat species is a plus, and training will be provided on bird/bat identification and field data collection
Successful candidates will conduct surveys independently, but within a larger team of field technicians

Travel between sites will be required; personal vehicle use will be reimbursed for mileage or a 4x4 rental vehicle will be provided. This position is an excellent way to gain hands-on field experience collecting scientific data that will be used to assess the impacts of wind turbines on avian species across Iowa. Apply now to join our team of nationally recognized avian and bat biologists as a biological field technician!

This is a general description of the functions for this position and is not inclusive of all duties which may be associated with this position.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities include:

Conduct field work while adhering to WEST standards and client field safety requirements.
Conduct standardized fatality searches and follow electronic and paper data collection protocols.
Collect data to measure potential sources of bias in fatality surveys.
Potential opportunities to conduct additional biological surveys.

Requirements/Skill preference:

Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or an equivalent degree preferred; undergraduates or other enthusiastic workers are encouraged to apply
Candidates with field experience at regional wind projects will be given preference
Experience with macro-photography, tablet data collection, GPS units, compass, and other field equipment is preferred
Experience using field guides/keys for identification is preferred, especially for bird and bat identification within the Central Flyway
Candidates must be organized, and able to collect and manage electronic data, including implementing quality control measures
Must be able to work independently and interact professionally and respectfully with project managers, biologists, technicians, clients, and landowners
Job requires the person filling this position to be able to appear for work on time; start times can often be as early as sunrise
Off-road driver training will be provided which will include a driving assessment

Physical Requirements:

Applicants must be in good physical condition, as surveys will require walking 7-10 miles a day in locations where temperatures and conditions can be challenging
Applicants must be able to safely open and close gates weighing 40+ pounds
Must be equipped with and provide own suitable safety-toed footwear (steel- or composite-toe), binoculars, clothing, water bottles, etc.

After an offer of employment is made, the candidate must successfully pass a pre- employment background check, drug screening, and a DMV records check that meets WEST’s minimum criteria to operate a motor vehicle on behalf of the company. A valid driver’s license will be required.

WEST provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, and any protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Further, WEST takes affirmative action to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly, and without discrimination, for recruitment, selection, advancement and every other term and privilege associated with employment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Salary Grade

Exemption Type

Non-Exempt

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

wildlife biologist jobs in ames, ia

Biological Field Technician

Check out these similar jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for wildlife biologist in ames, ia

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected