Job Description

Immediate need for a talented Staff Biologist . This is a 08-12+ months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Denver CO (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job Diva ID: 26-10536

Pay Range: $47 - $51/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine compliance oversite and monitoring during active construction to ensure adherence to environmental permit conditions and protection measures.
• Perform specialized avian surveys to identify species and determine nest status, particularly for raptors and other protected species.
• Conduct general biological fieldwork, including habitat assessments and sensitive, threatened, and endangered species surveys.
• Collect, analyze, and manage field data using GPS and GIS technologies.
• Author technical reports to support federal and land use permit applications, environmental permit applications, and other required client and agency deliverables.
• Support project managers with regulatory strategy and client communications.
• Travel to project sites as required (approximately 30%).
• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Key Skills: Conducting Biological Fieldwork, Permitting Process, Field Surveys, Mapping, Preparing Reports & Field Assessments.
• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences, or related field from an accredited program required.
• Completion of a master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
• A minimum of 4 years of professional experience conducting biological fieldwork and environmental permitting.
• Demonstrated experience identifying avian species of the Western U.S. and conducting nest status surveys.
• Direct experience performing environmental compliance monitoring for construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of major environmental regulations, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, and the Endangered Species Act.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license required; in addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy
• Desired/Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with species-specific surveys for burrowing owls, Mexican spotted owls, and various raptors.
• Project experience in Colorado, Wyoming, Arizona, and/or Utah.
• Professional certifications or credentials from federal or state agencies.
• Proficiency with GIS data collection and management software (e.g., Esri Field Maps, Survey123).

Our client is a leading Construction industry , and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration

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