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Field Biologist | Environmental Technician | Nevada | Headway Environmental Southwest
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- Mid-level
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- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Field Biologist | Environmental Technician | Nevada | Headway Environmental Southwest

Chronicle Heritage -
Reno, NV

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Environmental surveys
Computer operation
Environmental permitting
Biology research
Mapping using GIS
Field studies
Field mapping
Environmental compliance
GPS surveying
Environmental data analysis
Driving
Fax machines
Orienteering
Wildlife habitats
Wetland delineation
Navigation systems
Research data analysis
Regulatory compliance analysis
Field data collection
Environmental law in public permitting
Consulting firm experience
GIS

Full Job Description

Company Profile

Headway Environmental is a solution-driven environmental consulting ﬁrm that prides itself on employing the best natural resource management professionals in the industry. We place an emphasis on supporting our clients’ needs, fostering new technologies that advance our industry, and leveraging those advancements toward the management of natural resources. Headway Environmental prioritizes professional development within the framework of innovation and forward thinking to encourage career advancement and research development.

Job Description

Headway Environmental is seeking staff level Field Biologists to join our team in the southwest. The ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years of ﬁeld experience in environmental biology, particularly in Nevada, California, Arizona and Utah. Candidates with broad scope of field skills including botany, wildlife biology, protocol level species specific surveys and regional knowledge will be given preference. These positions offer ﬂexible scheduling and the potential for advancement to salaried roles within our organization as we grow.

Hire Type: Full Time, Hourly – Benefits Eligible

Schedule: Availability to work full-time, as needed

Location: Reno, NV

Job Duties

Conduct ﬁeld assessments and surveys to identify and characterize wetlands, habitats, and wildlife populations in accordance with regulatory requirements and project speciﬁcations
Perform wetland delineations, including ﬁeld data collection, vegetation assessments, soil sampling, and mapping using GPS and GIS technologies
Compile and analyze ﬁeld data to prepare accurate reports, maps, and permit applications for regulatory compliance
Collaborate with project managers, clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met within established timelines and budgets
Assist in the development and implementation of mitigation plans, habitat restoration projects, and environmental monitoring programs
Maintain compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations, and permits, including the Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, and National Environmental Policy Act
Provide technical guidance and training to junior staff members as needed

Required Qualiﬁcations

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, or a related ﬁeld
3+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, with a focus on ﬁeld biology, wetland delineation, and habitat assessment
Proﬁciency in plant identiﬁcation, habitat classification and wildlife survey techniques
Strong understanding of local, state, and federal environmental regulations and permitting processes
Experience using GPS/GIS technology for data collection and mapping
Experience with field data processing and analysis
Experience as a contributor to biological reports
Preferred Skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in dynamic ﬁeld environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences

Beneﬁts

Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience
Benefits eligibility including: Paid holidays, Healthcare, Vision, Dental
Flexible scheduling and work hours
Professional development and training opportunities
Collaborative and supportive work environment

Physical And Mental Requirements And Work Environment

Regular ﬁeldwork or on-site inspections are required, which necessitates ability to frequently travel/drive a vehicle (sight, hearing, and manual manipulation of driving mechanisms), cognitive ability to plan travel, use maps or GPS navigation systems.
May require ambulation and movement to enable walking or hiking 10+ miles per day on rough and/or hazardous terrain and occasional climbing, crouching, kneeling, balancing on rough terrain. Fieldwork may involve exposure to conditions of rain, sun, heat, wind, dust, etc., with exposure to animals, plants, wet conditions, biting insects, poison oak, etc. May require use of respiratory equipment.
Some ﬁeldwork may require carrying loads up to 25 pounds or work around heavy construction equipment.
Vision is required to observe environmental phenomena and record and translate observations into text (either keyboard entry on a computer or dictation and audio translation of recording to Standard English scientiﬁc text).
Mental requirements include ability to organize one’s own work or that of crew members; ability to recognize and observe scientiﬁc data and analyze data as well as ability to perform calculations. Must also be able to observe social and professional interactions and respond appropriately.
Some work is performed primarily in an indoor environment and requires sustained sitting and use of ﬁngers, hands, and arms to operate a computer and perform keyboard entry of data or document preparation (or equivalent with accommodation). Must also be able to operation standard office equipment (phone, copy machine, FAX machine, etc.)

Additional Information

Headway Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Headway Environmental complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and considers reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants/employees to perform essential functions. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disabled. If you require assistance with submitting the application, please contact [email protected].

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