Consulting Associate, Wildlife Biologist (Entry Level)

Erm Company S.R.O. • Elko, NV

243d • $61,299 - $75,562 • Hybrid

About The Position

ERM is seeking a self-starting, dynamic Wildlife Biologist to join our consulting team in Elko, NV. As part of our Impact Assessment Team, you will provide high-quality analytical support to ERM clients through close work with other team members. Assignments will include desk-based work as well as travel to conduct fieldwork (potentially up to 70% of the time). This is an excellent opportunity for an early career professional to join a growing and exciting team, and to build a rewarding career path with a global leader in environmental and sustainability consulting.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in biology, natural resource science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 0+ years of experience conducting biological surveys for vegetation, wetlands, and/or wildlife; natural resource permitting; and/or impact assessment.
• Experience using ArcGIS, Garmin and/or Trimble GPS, and other survey related equipment and programs.
• Willingness and ability to travel and conduct field work for short- and long-term deployments as needed, sometimes in remote locations in variable weather conditions and across challenging terrain.
• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health & Safety protocols.
• Effective written/verbal communication and organizational/analytical skills and experience with technical writing or strong desire for technical writing.
• Ability to multi-task, work within a diverse team, maintain flexibility with scheduling and changing project deadlines/details, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated attributes to become an effective consultant, including being a team player, eager to continue learning and growing, a self-starter who takes initiative, and versatile.
• Demonstrated interest in business consulting and environmental/social issues.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in biology, natural resource science, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience conducting biological surveys for vegetation, wetlands, and/or wildlife; natural resource permitting; and/or impact assessment.
• Experience with the Nevada Conservation Credit System and Sagebrush Ecosystem Technical team, sage-grouse lek monitoring, migratory and breeding bird surveys, and eagle and raptor aerial and ground-based survey.

Responsibilities

• Provide creative and fit-for-purpose technical analyses in your own areas of specialization and support additional analyses outside of your areas of specialization.
• Provide technical consulting on baseline study and impact assessment projects, and provide permitting support in various sectors including mining, oil and gas, power and transmission, and renewable/alternative energy.
• Perform project activities to contribute to the successful completion of client deliverables through the collection of field data, organizing and analyzing collected data, literature review, and report writing.
• Utilize digital tools for data collection and mapping including ArcGIS Online, Survey123, etc.
• Work within budget/schedule expectations and ensure high quality standards on project deliverables.
• Communicate effectively with internal staff, subcontractors, clients, and regulators.
• Complete work assignments in accordance with ERM's format and quality standards.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree