1005060315318014 – Senior Ecologist

Carrington Blake Recruitment; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Ecologist to support the Ecology Team in delivering vital ecological services. This role involves assisting with the development of strategic ecological plans, providing expert advice on biodiversity, and conducting essential habitat and species surveys. You will work closely with various stakeholders to promote biodiversity integration across projects, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation. If you are passionate about ecology and eager to make a significant impact on local environmental initiatives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong background in ecology and biodiversity management is essential.
• Experience in project coordination and stakeholder engagement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the Ecological Emergency Action Plan and Local Nature Recovery Strategy.
• Provide ecological advice and conduct habitat and species surveys.

Skills

Ecological Assessment

Biodiversity Management

Project Coordination

Report Writing

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

• WORK FROM HOME
• £22.75 per hour

Job purpose:

• To assist Environment and Design in delivering an integrated service across the disciplines of Ecology, Landscape, Heritage, Climate Change and Archaeology.
• To support the Ecology Team in delivering specialist ecological services across the Council.
• Promote the integration of biodiversity issues into the work of the authority in line with its statutory duty under section 40 of the Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act (2006).

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assist with the on-going development of the Ecological Emergency Action Plan and cooperate with other County Council staff and services in delivery of the action plan.
• Assist with the development and production of the Local Nature Recovery Strategy in partnership with external and internal partners.
• Support and provide advice to Development Management by assessing impacts on biodiversity and advising on the acceptability of surveys, method statements, planning conditions, monitoring requirements and habitat management. Includes advice regarding European Protected Species, the Habitat Regulations and delivery of Biodiversity Net Gain.
• To provide specialist ecological advice to Council service areas, Elected Members, and external partners on behalf of the County Council as appropriate, including responding to requests for ecological advice on County Council land management and infrastructure projects.
• Cooperate with other County Council staff and services in managing County Council land and properties for biodiversity. This can involve the production of management plans.
• Undertake habitat and species surveys, including condition assessments, to inform County Council land management and development projects.
• Organise surveys (protected species and habitats) with external partners and customers.
• Assist in the preparation and promotion of biodiversity within the strategic development plan process, for example green space strategies, green infrastructure, and sustainable development.
• Assist in facilitating the Local Site Partnership through collation and collection of data and subsequent reporting to the Partnership.
• Prepare reports, undertake correspondence, give advice, and attend meetings, including where necessary organising and chairing meetings (internal and external) as necessary in accordance with the work of the Ecology Team.

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