As-Needed Field Biologist - Portland, OR or Seattle, WA

Dudek • Portland, OR

3d • Remote

About The Position

Dudek is seeking field biologists and botanists to provide as-needed field support for projects in Oregon and Washington, including utility infrastructure upgrades and renewable energy generation and storage. The role is intended for biologists with 6+ years of experience and involves fieldwork in the Pacific Northwest. Candidates with strong writing skills and an interest in reporting may have opportunities to assist with reports.

The position is primarily field-based, with up to 20% office work. It operates in a remote-based environment and requires outdoor project-site visits. As-needed and part-time employees are eligible for the 401(k) plan, sick leave, and the Employee Assistance Program. Additional medical benefits and ESOP participation may be available if minimum hours-worked requirements are met.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or a related field, or at least 1–3 years of demonstrated field experience in biological resource management and surveying.
• Knowledge of and ability to identify Oregon and Washington wildlife and/or plant species.
• Valid driver’s license and active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment.
• Ability to bend, squat, and climb ladders, and to lift up to 35 pounds unassisted or 50 pounds with a team lift.
• Ability to meet the position’s vision requirements, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and adjustment of focus.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test and background check before beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

• 2–6+ years of experience in environmental field settings in Oregon and Washington.
• Understanding of and familiarity with environmental regulations and permits.
• Strong botanical knowledge, including experience identifying common and rare plant species and/or using dichotomous keys to identify Pacific Northwest plants.
• Experience executing species-specific survey protocols, such as those for marbled murrelet, western toad, northern spotted owl, or northwestern pond turtle.
• Four-wheel-drive experience.
• Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or Wetland Professional in Training (WPIT) credentials.
• Strong writing skills and interest in assisting with reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments, surveys, and habitat evaluations for common and special-status plant and wildlife species, and map vegetation communities.
• Conduct wetland delineations in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• Record observations and take notes on a mobile device.
• Follow Dudek and project-site safety protocols.
• Hike long distances in potentially inclement weather, heat, and rough terrain.
• Apply close attention to detail and work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan for as-needed and part-time employees.
• Sick leave for as-needed and part-time employees.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for as-needed and part-time employees.
• Option for medical benefits and ESOP participation for eligible as-needed and part-time employees who meet minimum hours-worked requirements during the 12-month look-back measurement period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level