Bat (Chiroptera) Biologist

BGE • Full-time • Frisco, Texas, United States • $60k - $80k / year • 4w ago

BGE Inc is currently seeking an Environmental Bat Biologist to join our Environmental Group located in our NTX location. The Bat Biologist will lead and conduct acoustic and/or mist-net surveys for bats, analyze and organize data and produce reports documenting findings. Once documentation is complete, the biologist will be responsible for any necessary coordination/authorization from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) an/or appropriate state agencies as it pertains to the overall project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

Execution of field surveys and habitat assessments for a variety of species using multiple survey techniques.
Coordinating and leading survey teams.
Coordination and progress updates to clients.
Collecting, organizing, managing, and analyzing acoustic data, including but not limited to: noise removal, species identification, and activity index calculation.
Preparing progress and field assessment reports.
Writing technical reports for client and regulatory agency review
Processing acoustic files through automated software programs and other technical report writing.

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

Must have a bachelor's or master's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or a closely related discipline
Must have at least three years of experience leading bat surveys (e.g., mist netting, acoustic monitoring, roost emergence counts, transportation structures surveys, capture and tracking surveys, and exclusion projects)
Possession of a valid scientific collecting permit to conduct surveys for federally listed bat species (Indiana, northern long-eared, and/or gray bats) or have the qualifications to be added to CEC's federal bat permit;
Demonstrated experience with bat survey techniques, identification of habitat requirements, and identification of federally listed species
Demonstrated experience and proficiency in use of passive and handheld real-time bat detectors (e.g.: Echometer Touch), use of automated acoustic software, and visual identification of bat species by sonogram, particularly Myotid bats
Pre-exposure rabies vaccination preferred
Must have strong office and field skills, capable and willing to perform field tasks in all types of weather in often demanding outdoor conditions and terrain
Must possess strong verbal and technical writing skills, and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans
Must be willing to conduct season travel during the appropriate survey season windows.
This individual must be highly motivated, a self-starter; flexible, detail-oriented, enjoy interacting with employees and clients; willing to work at a dynamic pace to complete tasks and meet deadlines; and share a commitment to our firm's vision, mission and shared values.

Benefits to name a few...

Established company with a diverse range of projects we work on, a flexible work environment and a collaborative atmosphere.
No Silos (ability to flex to other groups, share resources and learn their business)
Best work life balance in the industry!
Unlimited Sick Leave
3% Safe Harbor contribution
4% 401k Match with immediate vesting
Merit Based Bonus Compensation
Medical, Dental, Vision
9 Holidays
240 hours work from anywhere!
Personal time Allowances (no time deducted for Dr appointments, family care, 32 hour dependent care, etc)
240 Vacation carry over time.
0-5 years in industry 2 weeks' vacation, 5-10 gets 3 weeks, 10+ gets 4 weeks.
Mentorship Program - Mentoring Program is to provide our Mentors the opportunity to gain a sense of fulfillment and personal growth, and our Mentees with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.
Employee referral program for bringing great people into the BGE family

Not accepting non-resident applicants or Sponsorships.

BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.

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