Project Level Biologist

SWCA Environmental Consultants•Sheridan, WY

4d•$27•Hybrid

About The Position

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a Project-Level Biologist with experience in natural resource management and biological studies for our Sheridan, WY office. We are seeking a candidate who is looking to develop or continue a long-term consulting career that combines high-level technical expertise, strong writing skills, business acumen and the potential for leadership. Responsibilities may include writing technical reports, participating in field surveys, natural resource planning, permitting assistance, and coordinating with a multi-disciplinary team. This position will also offer opportunity to supervise staff-level natural resources professionals. This is a full-time, regular with benefits position, reporting to one of SWCA’s Project Managers out of our Sheridan, WY office. This is an office based position with seasonal travel for field-based project work based on project needs. It could be a remote or hybrid position. Under this job requisition, we may hire the following job position- Assistant Project Biologist - Typically with up to three (3) years of relevant industry experience and expertise preferred. Associate Project Biologist - Typically with up to five (5) years of relevant industry experience and expertise preferred. Project Biologist - Typically with up to seven (7) years of relevant industry experience and expertise preferred. Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission. Our Vision (the North Star), Core Values, and Purpose: Help drive SWCA to be the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership. We are #OneSWCA and collaborate across all our offices, programs, and disciplines. We are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle, and we #GiveBack. We are 100% employee-owned, and we build our success together. It is imperative for the successful candidate to fit SWCA's unique culture. Do you appreciate sustainability and environmental awareness? Is giving back to your community a priority? SWCA is a team of scientists, planners, technical experts, and corporate services professionals that are committed to our culture. Our Company Purpose is to preserve natural and cultural resources for tomorrow while enabling projects that benefit people today. You are invited to be a part of our success story.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, botany, environmental science, or a related field required.
At least two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in biological surveys and resource management, in either the public or private sector.
Experience working with scientists, planners, engineers, contractors, and agency specialists.
Proficiency in writing natural resources technical reports -- these may include those related to the Endangered Species Act; the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act; and/or other biological requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in biological surveys and resource management, with at least two years in the private sector.
Strong background in botany and/or water resources management.
At least two (2) years of task management or project management.
Experience in preparing reports and permits as primary author for variety of oil and gas, transmission, and renewable energy project types and sizes.
Demonstrated business development success, including proposal writing, budget development, and client interaction.
Desire to learn and grow into increased project-management and supervisory responsibilities.
Ability to travel to a location, walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather, rugged terrain.
Ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds.
It is anticipated that moderate travel will be required for the position, with field work sometimes reaching 60% of your time (seasonally), especially for assistant project biologists.

Responsibilities

Develop project management and technical lead skills on a variety of biological resource projects.
Conduct a variety of natural resources studies including wetland delineations, threatened/endangered species assessments, environmental assessments, and biological reports and evaluations documentation.
Organize, review, and transfer field data, and write technical reports and permit applications and subject matter expert review related to the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, local municipal and county regulations, and other resource planning/permitting relevant in the Rocky Mountain and Great Plains. Report writing may reach 65% of the position's required time commitment.
Prepare reports and permit documents as the primary author and conduct quality assurance/quality control for a variety of renewable energy project types and sizes.
Work closely with a project team to complete biological resource management tasks.
Take initiative and resolve issues in an independent manner.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
Work closely with SWCA’s other resource scientists, planners, on natural and cultural resource projects throughout the company.
Work as member of a team and independently to make decisions and complete tasks in the most effective manner.
Take responsibility for team safety, develop safety plans (when applicable), and anticipate potential safety hazards.

Benefits

We offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment and competitive wages and benefits, including an 100% employee stock ownership plan (retirement).
All regular status employees are eligible to participate in SWCA medical, dental, vision, employee assistance, wellness, life and disability plans, and are eligible to participate in the SWCA 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust.
SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff.

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