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

Dudek • Portland, OR

5d • $42 - $68 • Remote

About The Position

Dudek is seeking field biologists and botanists to provide as-needed field support for projects in Oregon and Washington. The role supports a variety of Pacific Northwest projects, including utility infrastructure upgrades and renewable energy generation and storage. Candidates with extensive outdoor experience—particularly experience gained through agencies, volunteering, or graduate schoolwork—are strong candidates. Those with strong writing skills and an interest in reporting may have the opportunity to assist with reporting.

The position is primarily field-based, with up to 20% office work, and uses field equipment as its primary tools. Work includes outdoor project site visits that may involve dense brush and brambles, excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment. The job requires hiking long distances in potentially inclement weather, heat, and rough terrain. Employees must be able to bend, squat, climb ladders, and lift up to 35 pounds unassisted or 50 pounds with a team lift.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or a related field, or a minimum of 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.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check before beginning employment.
• Ability to bend, squat, climb ladders, lift up to 35 pounds unassisted or 50 pounds in a team lift, and meet the stated vision requirements.
• U.S. work authorization is required.

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) designation.
• Strong writing skills and interest in assisting with reporting.
• Extensive outdoor experience, particularly through agencies, volunteering, or graduate schoolwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments, surveys, and habitat evaluations for common and special-status plant and wildlife species, and map vegetation communities.
• Conduct wetland delineations pursuant to federal and state requirements.
• Record information 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.
• Work independently and as part of a team while applying a high level of attention to detail.

Benefits

• As-needed and part-time employees are eligible for the 401(k) plan, sick leave, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Additional benefits, including medical benefits and ESOP participation, may be available to as-needed and part-time employees who meet minimum hours worked during the 12-month look-back measurement period.

What This Job Offers

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