Bat Researcher

GAI Consultants, Inc.Munhall, PA

About The Position

Systems Planning Corporation (SPC), a subsidiary company of GAI Consultants, Inc., is seeking an experienced researcher to conduct rare, threatened, and endangered (RTE) bat studies on development projects throughout the Northeast, Midwest, and Southeast.

Requirements

  • 4+ Years Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences or similar field of study
  • Driver’s License required
  • Possess effective oral and written communication skills
  • Interacts well with other staffs
  • Interacts with clients with close oversight
  • Interacts closely with Project Managers and various Department Managerial Staff
  • Performs well with client communications

Responsibilities

  • Perform field site reconnaissance, habitat assessments, acoustic sampling, acoustic analyses, mist-netting, portal searches, portal trapping, and/or radiotelemetry.
  • Assisting with data entry and/or reporting, surveys for other RTE species, or other environmental work as needed.
  • Coordinate with team leaders, field supervisors, land agents, and/or landowners as required.
  • Performs work under no supervision, must oversee staff on the same field team, as well as lead other field teams, including sub-consultants.
  • Qualified to obtain or possess a state scientific collection permit for bats (in multiple states), possesses or is listed on a USFWS scientific collection permit, and is on qualified surveyor lists in multiple states.
  • Possesses expert working knowledge of the subject matter.
  • Detail-oriented research skills with note-taking and data recording ability.
  • Analytical thinking skills.
  • Ability to lead multiple teams performing independent work to survey and record data.
  • Ability to interact with clients and client representatives.
  • Field capable and able to hike and transport field gear in variable and adverse environmental conditions and at night.
  • Overnight travel within 500 miles for weekly to 10-day shifts is required. Fieldwork in rough terrain, exposed to weather and outdoor hazards. Traveling to remote areas and driving on rough roads in a variety of weather conditions can be expected.
  • Rabies vaccination is required.

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay & Recognition
  • Market based, competitive compensation
  • Performance driven recognition and development bonuses
  • Comprehensive Health & Wellness
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Company paid short-term and long-term disability
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
  • Meaningful Work–Life Balance
  • Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
  • An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
  • Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
  • Growth, Learning & Financial Security
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Support and rewards for professional development and certifications
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