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Wetland Biologist at IIIIIIUS

Wetland Biologist

IIIIIIUS · Austin, TX, US

1 months ago

Wetland Biologist

IIIIIIUS · Austin, TX, US

2 months ago
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About the Role

ICF is seeking a motivated, early-career Wildlife Biologist to join our team and assist in conducting wetland delineations and biological surveys for infrastructure projects throughout Texas and the U.S. This role focuses on desktop and field surveys, wetland delineations, habitat assessments, and technical writing and review for infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct surveys
  • Author and review reports
  • Work alongside senior staff
  • Apply technical expertise and regulatory knowledge to help solve clients’ toughest compliance challenges, involving Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), and federal and state laws
  • Lead and/or support teams of experts in project field efforts focused on biology and wetlands, including plant and wildlife habitat assessments, surveys, wetland delineations, and functional assessments
  • Assess impacts and prepare technical reports and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 404/10 permit applications and mitigation plans
  • Explore a wide variety of project sites, terrain, and ecological landscapes, within Texas and across the U.S.
  • Learn and hone technical skills while discussing species and regulatory changes with other talented biologists and project managers
  • Develop client relationships under experienced leaders who serve as trusted advisors for long-time clients

Requirements

  • BS in Biology, Natural Resource Sciences, Wetland Science, Wildlife, Ecology, Botany, Forest, Environmental Sciences, or a similar field
  • Minimum 2+ years of experience leading or supporting wildlife habitat assessments and surveys, wetland delineations, environmental permitting related to WOTUS, or closely-related environmental field services
  • Must be able to work independently in the field for extended periods of time, often with limited mobile phone reception
  • Ability to travel to project sites, including overnight trips for up to a week at a time, with higher frequency in the spring and fall (Texas peak field seasons)
  • Valid driver’s license is required along with ability to pass an MVR check
  • Demonstrated experience with environmental consulting practices, regulations, and species in Texas
  • Experience mobilizing field efforts and conducting studies for renewable energy, transportation, water, and/or infrastructure clients
  • Experience using GPS technologies
  • Strong technical writing skills and interest in preparing reports and regulatory and permitting documentation

Skills

  • Wetland delineations
  • Biological surveys
  • Habitat assessments
  • Technical writing
  • Clean Water Act (CWA)
  • Endangered Species Act (ESA)
  • Federal and state laws
  • USACE 404/10 permit applications
  • Mitigation plans
  • GPS technologies

Location

  • Remote – Texas
  • Preference for Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, or San Antonio

Work Type

  • Remote
  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • Early-career
  • Biologist / Delineator

Education Level

  • BS in Biology, Natural Resource Sciences, Wetland Science, Wildlife, Ecology, Botany, Forest, Environmental Sciences, or a similar field
  • Certification as a Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB) and/or Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) a plus

Salary/Compensations

  • $55,665.00 - $94,631.00

Benefits

  • Health coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Access to professional development resources
  • 401k matching
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Charitable donation matching

About the Company

  • ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider.
  • We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
  • Our team values scientific rigor, respectful collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and productive creativity.
  • We work to support our team members’ professional growth.
  • We offer an exciting opportunity to be part of something important, working with integrity on projects that matter, and making a difference in the communities in which we live.

Equal Opportunity

  • We are an equal opportunity employer.
  • We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
  • Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.