Staff-Level Biologist

About the opportunity

SWCA Environmental Consultants is looking for a Staff-Level Biologist to support projects throughout Colorado and Wyoming, reporting to our Broomfield or Fort Collins, Colorado office. This office offers a unique work environment supporting renewable energy, transmission, mining, Federal and State regulatory work, and oil and gas clients.  The position is a full-time, hourly, regular (with full-benefits) position.

*The successful candidate’s job title will more accurately reflect their specific areas of focus and experience, such as Assistant Staff Biologist or Staff Biologist (potentially with an ecological emphasis).

What you will accomplish

• Complete natural resource field surveys
• Organize and assist with QA/QC and analysis of field data
• Assist with completion of technical reports
• Use GIS applications, including ArcGIS Field Maps and ArcGIS Online to complete data collection in the field
• Safely operate 4-wheel drive vehicles to access remote locations
• Perform a broad range of tasks related to a variety of wildlife, plant, and aquatic resources
• Troubleshoots routine problems with oversight

Experience and qualifications for success

• Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, wildlife biology, botany, or a related field.

• Prior experience completing environmental field-based work.

• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following preferred

• Avian species identification

• Plant species identification

• Wetland delineations

• Wildlife surveys

• Technical writing ability and/or interest preferred

• Knowledge of Federal and State environmental regulations preferred

SWCA Environmental Consultants is an established and flourishing environmental firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental compliance services. SWCA is an employee-owned company composed of environmental professionals who specialize in natural and cultural resource management, environmental planning, and regulatory compliance.

With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance companies and consistently ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms. We offer a team-oriented work environment, and a competitive compensation and benefits package, including an employee stock ownership plan (retirement) for full-time, regular employees.

If you would like to contact SWCA regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the online application process due to a disability, please email accommodations@swca.com or call 480-581-5378. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only. All other inquiries will not receive a response.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (EPEWA), we are disclosing a good faith estimate of the compensation range for roles that will be, or could be, performed in Colorado.

In Colorado, an employee in this position can expect an hourly rate between $20.00 and $25.00, depending on experience, geographic locations, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law.  Employees in this position are eligible for consideration for SWCA’s annual bonus program, which provides awards based on individual and organizational performance.  To review additional benefits associated with this position, click here:  https://www.swca.com/careers/totalrewards/benefits

EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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