Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST) is a dynamic medium size-consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada.  We are seeking a full-time Consulting Biologist – Wetland Specialist in the Rocky Mountain region of the United States­­. While wetlands will be the focus, the role will support general biology and a wide range of field-based survey efforts. WEST provides mentorship and growth opportunities to early-career or mid-level biologists, and a team of technical and non-technical staff supports all WEST biologists.

WEST has a permanent core of professionals with broad experience in basic and applied ecological studies and the sophisticated analysis of natural resource data. Since its founding in 1990, the WEST team has shaped the foundation of what we do, and what we believe in through our core values and key principles. Our work matters to our clients, communities, and the environment. Join WEST and discover a company of passionate, committed, and highly motivated individuals.

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Key Details:

• Salary: $66,000 - $100,000, plus an annual bonus. Salary may vary based on education, knowledge, and experience.

Job Summary:
Ideal candidates will have demonstrable experience and expertise in wetland delineations and possess the ability to lead field teams in planning and execution of project work based on specific regional guidance. Wetland surveys may occur throughout the western US. This position will include a mix of field and office work and will require travel and overnight stays. Additional roles may include general environmental planning and consulting, overseeing seasonal staff in support of biological surveys, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams of biologists, resource specialists, and other technical and non-technical staff to fulfill scopes of work.

Responsibilities include:

• Plan and lead wetland delineation project work;
• Comfortable working in remote and rugged locations, where access requires hiking or 4wd/ATV proficiency;
• Manage and support tasks related to natural resource field studies (e.g., wildlife inventory, habitat mapping, etc.);
• Write technical reports that meet client and regional agency standards;
• Communication with Project managers and field biologists to execute project work;
• Perform quality checks to ensure WEST standards and client requirements are met;
• Support day-to-day administration of projects; and
• Market WEST’s capabilities, prepare scopes of work, budget estimates, and respond to proposal requests.

This is a general description of the functions for this position and is not inclusive of all the duties that may be associated.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in environmental planning, biological sciences, natural resources, ecology or equivalent;  
• Ability to perform wetland delineation and support Section 404 permitting;
  • Experience with technology (tablets, GPS, etc.)
• Strong botany skills, with rare plant experience a plus;
• General knowledge of threatened and endangered species assessments, specifically to support wetland permit requirements;
• Experience in environmental consulting or project/task management specifically associated with wetland work. Experience in budgeting and proposal writing;
• Emphasis on health and safety;
• Strong, competent writing skills;
• Understanding of the energy development process and market (renewable energy and linear project experience preferred);
• Good time management, ability to be adaptable, and ability to meet deliverable targets and deadlines; and
• Ability to follow instructions from managers and accept guidance and constructive criticism.

After an offer of employment is made, the candidate(s) must be able to pass a background check; a pre-employment drug screen; and a DMV records check that meets WEST’s minimum criteria to operate a motor vehicle on behalf of the company.  A valid driver’s license will be required. 

WEST is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, and any protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  Further, WEST takes affirmative action to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly, and without discrimination, for recruitment, selection, advancement and every other term and privilege associated with employment.