Field Biologist (Field Based)

locations

Atlanta, Georgia

Charleston, West Virginia

Charleston, South Carolina

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Raleigh, North Carolina

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 30+ Days Ago

job requisition id

R00023997

ERM

is hiring

Field Biologist
to conduct biological monitoring for project efforts throughout the

United States

.

This role is a temporary, hourly field-based position.

These field-based positions are revolving/on-going positions that are filled on an as-needed basis for specific projects.

Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a challenging and changing work environment where schedules and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the project.

RESPONSIBILITIES
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  Monitoring efforts include avian surveys, aquatic species relocations, snake monitoring, and plant relocations.
  
  

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  General habitat and avian nesting experience
  

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  Electronic data collection.
  
  

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  Handheld and sub-meter accurate GPS data collection.
  
  

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  Daily reporting and survey report compilation.
  
  

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  Coordinating with construction contractors, project managers, and resource specialists.
  
  

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  Other duties as assigned or required.
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

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  BS degree in a natural science field of study preferred.
  
  

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  Minimum of two field seasons with biological field work.
  
  

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  CPUC qualified is preferred
  

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  Experience preparing Section 404, 401, 1600, 2081 permit applications
  

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  Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions.
  
  

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  Must have a strong attentional to detail in documentation of work.
  
  

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  Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
  
  

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  Work schedule may include weekends and/or over-time.
  
  

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  Desire to work in the field for extended periods of time and maintain a positive attitude.
  
  

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  Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
  
  

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  Demonstrated independent and effective problem solving and decision making skills.