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About the Role
ICF is seeking a motivated and experienced Wetland Biologist / Field Lead to join our Texas-based environmental team. This role will lead field efforts conducting wetland delineations and biological surveys for infrastructure projects throughout Texas and the U.S. The position focuses on desktop and field surveys, wetland delineations, and technical writing and review for energy, water, and transportation projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead field teams
- Conduct surveys
- Author and review reports
- Mentor junior 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
- 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 our long-time clients
- Mentor, train, and guide junior-level staff while receiving the same from senior experts to grow your own career
Requirements
- BS in Biology, Natural Resource Sciences, Wetland Science, Wildlife, Ecology, Botany, Forest, Environmental Sciences, or a similar field
- Minimum 5+ 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 the ability to pass an MVR check
- Demonstrated experience with environmental consulting practices, regulations, and species in Texas
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical writing skills and ability to QA/QC deliverables and provide feedback to staff
- Experience mobilizing and leading field efforts and conducting studies for renewable energy, transportation, water, and/or infrastructure clients
- Experience using GPS technologies
- Strong technical writing skills and demonstrated ability to prepare permits
- Experience mentoring and guiding junior staff
Skills
- Wetland delineations
- Biological surveys
- Technical writing
- Report review
- Clean Water Act (CWA)
- Endangered Species Act (ESA)
- USACE 404/10 permit applications
- Mitigation plans
- GPS technologies
Location
- Remote – Texas
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Remote
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Field Lead
- Wetland Biologist
- Lead Delineator
- 5+ years of experience
Education Level
- BS in Biology, Natural Resource Sciences, Wetland Science, Wildlife, Ecology, Botany, Forest, Environmental Sciences, or a similar field
Salary/Compensations
- $67,355.00 - $114,503.00
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.
- Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
- 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.