About the opportunitySWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a
Project Biologist with experience in natural resource management and biological studies for our Reno, Nevada 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, and coordinating with a multi-disciplinary team. It is anticipated that low travel will be required for the position. This is an hourly, on-call (no benefits), reporting to the office's Natural Resources Team Lead. Hybrid work environments are available.
Individuals under this job requisition can be hired at three levels:
- Assistant Project Biologist - Typically with at least 3 years of relevant experience and expertise.
- Associate Project Biologist - Typically with at least 5 years of relevant experience and expertise.
- Project Biologist - Typically with at least 7 years of relevant experience and expertise.
Please submit your application by December 15, 2024 What you will accomplishThis list of accomplishments and responsibilities is based on expectations for an assistant project biologist. More senior positions will work with more independence, lead projects, and work on and/or lead more complex tasks.
- Work closely with SWCA project managers and clients to successfully design and oversee projects to completion.
- Help implement project requirements related to National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, and other natural resource planning/permitting disciplines.
- Write and review environmental documents prepared by yourself and other SWCA environmental specialists.
- Provide advice and guidance on complex federal, state and local regulatory issues.
- Help prepare budgets and proposals, conduct business development and client outreach ensuring that project quality, scheduling, and budget objectives are met.
- Take the initiative, resolve problems, and identify improved procedures to assure client needs are met.
Experience and qualifications for successRequired
- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field
- Minimum three (3) years of related biological experience
- Understanding of environmental regulations
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to take a logical approach to tasks.
- Robust organizational, analytical, and document management skills with the ability to work on more than one project at a time, often meeting tight deadlines.
- Takes responsibility for team safety, developing safety plans (when applicable), and anticipating potential safety hazards.
Preferred:
- Five (5) to seven (7) years of related biological experience.
- Prior planning, budgeting, scheduling experience
- Ability to grow into increased management and leadership responsibilities
- Understanding and work experience with a major Federal Government Agency that works on natural resources issues
SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms.
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SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency. An employee in this Reno, NV- based position can expect an hourly wage of: Assistant Project Biologist: $26.25/hour-$34.25/hour; Associate Project Biologist: $30.00/hour-$38.50/hour; Project Biologist: $33.00/hour-$42.50/hour. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law. Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA's Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive Benefits package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more.
EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.
SWCA Environmental Consultants continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA's continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.
